Teamwork: Pros and Cons
There are several types of teams and reasons for forming them. There are
academic teams, consisting of a group of students in a learning environment, whose
purpose would be to reach a common goal such as a class project. Teams in the
workplace could consist of a group of administrators or employees whose purpose
could range from deciding on what type of food to serve at a company picnic, to laying
out plans for better customer care. "Advantages of group work, as opposed to individual
work, include producing a better end result, providing satisfaction for the individual and
the organization, and assisting the organization through coordination and work
allocation" (Marsh, 1988). Some things I've learned in the past about why we form
teams are to help an individual understand different points of view on any given topic, to
help prepare for a career where teamwork is essential, and learning to become a
leader, as well as a follower.
Some economical......
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