It is crucial to help one's coworkers, which is general theme of teamwork. Use of proactive approach will be better.

5. Respecting

It is important to treat others with respect and to support their ideas.

6. Sharing It is important to share with team to create an environment of teamwork.

7. Participating

All members of team are encouraged to participate in team and to have a say if possible.

Establishing norms for effective teamwork 1. A shift in partnership to ownership Instilling a sense of belonging. An important shift in focus: Our common goal 2. Faith in each other (to be established by actions and not by talks) Clarity & simplicity in communication

A team, not a collection of individuals, results in

1. Faster decision-making 2. Working explicitly toward a common goal 3. Better communication skills 4. Effective communication plan 5. Focused on solutions not setbacks 6. Increased trust and productivity 7. Re-energized atmosphere

Team Leader and his role

1. First and foremost rule. Leader has to lead by setting personal examples and not only talk about it. Says we and us and not I and my (mean it) 2. Has to sacrifice at times in overall interest of Team.

3. Last but not Least

Team Leader has to keep morale of team very high always and every time Relationships are Key for Successful Team work

* Observe and listen and let everyone see you do it.

* Make certain your visits are spontaneous and unplanned.

* Talk with employees about their passions -- whether family, hobbies, vacations, or sports.

* Ask for suggestions to improve operations, products, service, sales, etc.

* Try to spend an equal amount of time in all areas of your organization.

* Catch your employees doing something right and recognize them publicly.

* Convey image of a coach -- not an inspector.

* Encourage your employees to show you how real work of company gets done.

MBWA works best when you are genuinely interested in employees and in their work and when they see you as there to listen. It sometimes requires follow-up. When you can't answer an employee's questions on spot, get back to them with an answer within 48 hours.

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