Teamwork – Touch the Horizon
Team building is a great tool that accelerates organizations in taking the extra mile to reach goals. Although considered to be an extra arm in organization development, it is true that it is indispensable and only those who have a true passion for transforming and motivating individuals can handle this tool efficiently.
Generally, all organizations are composed of an assorted mix of ‘enthusiastic,’ ‘diligent,’ ‘Einstein-like,’ ‘Fun loving,’ ‘Sober, and ‘Hush-hush’ individuals. Bringing together people of such different caliber and getting them to focus on a single goal is quite a challenge. First, it needs the effort of every individual in a team to have an open mind. Secondly, one should respect the views and opinions of another. Thirdly, individuals should make their contributions from a team perspective to achieve the target. Easier said than done, isn’t it? Well, here are a few pointers, which I think are essential for team building:
1. Never be the boss!
Team is a collective word, and should always be considered so to earn the confidence of each team member. A representative of the team must always gel with the team and work “with” them rather than the rest working “for” him/her. Moving with team mates as one among them inspires and motivates, giving a desire to contribute one’s best to the team efforts.
2. Team building activities
Breaking the ice is part of team building, which loosens up individuals and makes them at ease. When one is comfortable in the work environment, it is amazing how the end result is! Frequent motivational activities and get-togethers can be organized within the team. Involving each individual in such activities is important.
3. Attribute success to the team
Accomplishments and successful endeavors should be attributed to the team for the aggregated efforts and not to particular individuals. A team builds strongly over time with emphasis on the word “We” rather than “I.” Standing together is the building block here and yields great results.
I would say that Team building is an art in itself. Once accomplished, it becomes the foundation stone of any organization and takes it to greater heights. Henry Ford says,
“Coming together is a beginning.
Keeping together is progress.
Working together is success.”
Written by: Pearline Jaikumar
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