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Characteristics of a Good Team
- High level of interdependence among members.
- Leader has good people skills and is committed to team approach.
- Each member is willing to contribute.
- A relaxed climate for communication.
- Members develop a mutual trust.
- The group and individuals are prepared to take risks.
- Group is clear about goals and establishes targets.
- Member roles are defined.
- Members know how to examine errors without personal attacks.
- The group has capacity to create new ideas.
- Each member knows he can influence the agenda.
Any teambuilding program or activity should be focused on strengthening one or more of these characteristics. This is a good checklist to determine whether or not a program will have value and lasting effects for your group. For more info go to
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