Teamwork: Collaboration and Team

Effective Teamwork There are many ways to accomplish different tasks, but any task can be accomplished through teamwork. It is a simple and practical principle that makes working independently seem primitive. In today’s society, for example, we are forced to collaborate with co-workers, or teammates, to accomplish a similar goal. Therefore, the four crucial elements that need to be considered for building an effective team are: common goals, commitment, communication, and collaboration. Communication is one crucial element needed in teamwork. Whether we are at school or in the office, effective communication is vital before working on project because it will help the team minimize any conflicts that might arise. Effective communication is also being able to have an open and honest discussion with the team players about being trustworthy. Whether it is verbal or non-verbal we must give the team members a chance to speak and be heard. Open communication will help each team member willingly share his or her ideas and suggestions. It is an obvious fact that, “Together, everyone accomplishes more” (Michael Lembach, 2005). When it comes to teamwork, most people will consider teamwork in terms of being part of a baseball, basketball, or football team. For example, when a football team has game, if the players do not hear the play correctly, they can call the play incorrectly and players can get hurt. The team looks bad and the coach wonders what happened to the communication. The whole team depends on the play that is being told to the key player. It is vital that there is communication in football. This can also be related to everyday life. If we do not communicate with our children they can be left at practice because they simply did not tell the correct time or they assumed that the parents understood. It is important to confirm that the information they heard was correct. Communication is extremely important in sports and in everyday life. The second