User:Jacobmachado7/Teamwork

There are certain characteristics that a team must have to work effectively. These characteristics are interrelated.

It is imperative that group cohesion is strong within the team. There is a positive relationship between group cohesion and performance.

Communication is another vital characteristic for effective teamwork. Members must be able to effectively communicate with each other to overcome obstacles, resolve conflict, and avoid confusion. Communication increases cohesion.

Communication is important within teams to clearly define the team's purpose so that there is a common goal. Having a common goal will increase cohesion because all members are striving for the same objective and will help each other achieve their goals.

Commitment is another important characteristic for teams. It occurs when members are focused on achieving the team's common goal.

Accountability is necessary to ensure milestones are reached and that all members are participating. Holding members accountable increases commitment within team relations.

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Having Defined Roles is another characteristic that effective teams must possess. Each member of a group should have a good handle on their responsibilities and roles they need to contribute to the team, a team is unsuccessful if they don't understand the specific skills and competencies they need to reach their goal.

Conflict Resolution When conflicts arise, successful teams know how to diffuse tensions, address problems directly and find solutions to problems. Being able to overcome interpersonal challenges is important to the effectiveness of the team's dynamic. While individual remedies vary based on situation and team, teams that can use effective communication to resolve conflict are often stronger.

Collaboration When a team has good collaboration they can be very effective because every team member feels safe and respected when sharing their ideas. Teams that can collaborate well are better equipped to work together, generate new ideas and solve problems. Good teamwork is present in the groups that know how to work well together and brainstorm effectively.