# Teams and teamwork

## What is a team ?

* An individual is a person with unique skills.
* A group is a collection of people working together who do not necessarily work collectively toward the same goal.
* A team is two or more individuals consciously working together to achieve a common objective.
* A group becomes a team when members demonstrate a commitment to each other and to the end goal toward which they are working.

## Why teams?

* Very few (if any) individuals have all the knowledge, skills and abilities.
* Complementary teamwork skills are one of the most required skills in the work environment.
* Substantial benefits to the organisation and to the team members.
* Share accountability increases likelihood of success.

## Why teams? Benefits

* Enhanced opportunities.
* Greater productivity.
* Increased ownership and accountability.
* More creativity and innovation.
* Greater joy and satisfaction among team members.
* Broader perspective.
* Increased representation.
* Increased equality.
* More Dialogue.