Let's work as a team
Team
work can be defined as “The sum of the efforts undertaken by each team member
for the achievement of the team’s objective” (managementstudyguide, 2022)
Type of
teams
Source – Deloitte analysis
Importance
of team work
01.
Improve efficiency
If there is team
work, team members can split difficult tasks into simple ones and can work
together to complete that tasks. On the other hand team members may have
different or specialized skills. So that the best person for each task will
have a chance to do it better, faster and perfect.
02.
Self – Monitor
In teamwork, each member has an appointed task to achieve one result. So that each member observes other teammates' performances and they may depend on the quality of each other’s work. If there is a shortage in one member’s performance, others can motivate him or her and can share their knowledge and experience to help their performance.
03. Motivate for innovations
If an individual is
assigned a task, his or her ability to think or function is confined to a
certain range. But when there is a team, multiple ideas, and perspectives can
be generated. On the other hand difference skill sets, and experiences can be
shared at once.
04.
Teammates can learn from each other’s
When there is a team,
each one can have a chance to learn about others’ strengths and correct others
other’s mistakes. As a result that will improve everyone's performances.
05.
Promote strong working relationships.
If employees work
together and succeed as a team, their bonds will improve and they will trust
others in the team. As a result of this, they will make strong relationships
with others and tend to be worked as cooperatively. On the other hand, each
member will support and motivate others for improving their skills and
knowledge.
Barriers
for team work
01.
Ineffective leadership
To work more efficiently as a team, there should be a leader who guides and encourages the team members. There must be leadership to overcome challenges as well as create innovations in the group. Otherwise, no matter how many talented employees are there in the group, they won’t able to take advantage of their capabilities.
02.
Confusion about goal
A team is formed to achieve a collective goal or goals. But if the team mates do not have a clear understanding of these goals, it becomes a problem. To overcome that team mates should follow a standard method to setting goals.
03.
Communication error
To
connect with each other there should be a strong two-way communication method
within the group. If there is a
communication gap, it will negatively affect the team's performance. The leader
of the team should be clearly mentioned the expectation of the team and each
member’s role. On the other hand, the communication system should allow members
to tell the leader about problems as well as challenges that they are facing
while doing the appointed work.
04.
Lack of trust
Each member should develop a respectful and acceptable relationship with others. On the other hand, each member should trust others' knowledge and capabilities. If there is a lack of trust that will lead t have miscommunications and internal conflicts.
05.
Team size
To get the maximum benefits from the team, it should be a small one. (Consists of three to size members) A small group will create the atmosphere to interact with each other and it is easy to handle as well as share the responsibilities.
06.
Accountability issues
There may be some free riders or underperformers in the group. They may reluctant to take responsibility. To overcome this barrier there should be a standard method to track the workflow and accountability.
07.
Physical separation
As a result of technological development, many teams work remotely. This will affect building a healthy relationship and organizational culture. To overcome this organizations can apply some digital tools.
08.
Lack of incentives
Some
workers prefer to work individually rather than work as a team. So that
organization can arrange some benefits for motivating that type of worker to
work as a team. (bonus, extra payments) (Indeed, 2023)
(Indeed 2023)
Reference
Indeed
(2023) What It Takes To Be a Successful Team with Derrick Coleman | Career
Talks by Indeed. [online video] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfT916Gz5do
[Accessed 21.04.2023]
Managementstudyguide
(2022) Team Work - Meaning and Tips for better Team Work. [online]
Available at: https://managementstudyguide.com/team-work.htm [Accessed 21.04.2023]
Source 1
- https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/focus/technology-and-the-future-of-work/high-performance-team-building.html [Accessed 21.04.2023]
According to Indeed, team work is defined as “The sum of the efforts undertaken by each team member for the achievement of the team’s objective”. Teamwork can improve efficiency by dividing complex tasks, self-monitoring to ensure quality, motivate innovation through multiple perspectives and ideas, enhance learning opportunities and build strong working relationships. However, barriers such as ineffective leadership, confusion over goals, communication errors, lack of trust, team size, accountability issues, physical separation and lack of incentives can hinder successful team work.Well done ..!!
ReplyDeleteWhen working in an organization, you can achieve more efficiency by doing it with a group than by doing it alone. Also, by working as a group, people can exchange ideas and work in a cultural environment full of diversity. The inspiration is never end that comes from moving forward as a group rather than moving forward alone.Well done.
ReplyDeleteGood article very well explained, as.muchbas team work inspires and move your team forward there are certain disadvantages. There is a risk of some of the employees of the team might not work as hard as another. There will be personality differences and lack of communication which is a vital part of a team
ReplyDeleteExcellent article with well-explained materials, well done.
ReplyDeleteI believe team is main point of organization. your article good explaining for team and team work styles
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