Monday, March 4, 2013

Effective Teamwork


Effective Teamwork

There are many variables which determine the effectiveness of a team in business.  The two most important aspects for effective teamwork are communication and delegation.  Communication is imperative because it helps all individuals of the team feel united in their common goal.  Good communication allows resources and information to be passed quickly and efficiently, saving time and money.  It keeps all the team members on the same page, and encourages understanding between individuals. In his article "How to Improve Communication in Teamwork", Malik Sharrieff  states that good communication increases productivity and lowers conflict.

Delegation in a group decreases confusion and increases individual efficiency. Catherine Capozzi believes that delegation  reduces stress(Capozzi, prgh 4).  Delegating tasks at the beginning of a project gives each team member a clear direction to go with their work.  This does not mean that team members should work isolated from their teammates. All members of the team should be willing to accept and give constructive input about their portion of the work.

Capozzi, Catherine. Five Ways to Improve Teamwork.  http://smallbusiness.chron.com. March 6, 2013.

Sharrieff, Malik. How to Improve Communication in Teamwork. http://www.ehow.com. March 6, 2013.

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