What is teamwork? There are many ways to define teamwork. For the purpose of this blog post let’s think of it as the French do. The French language has an excellent expression to describe it: esprit de corps. This means a sense of unity, of enthusiasm for common interests and responsibilities, as developed among a group of people striving to reach a common task or goal. Teamwork and the ability to work together is essential in today’s society. Think of teamwork as the glue that bonds two components together. Teamwork is the bond between individuals that offers strength, unity, and support. If the glue breaks down and doesn’t hold you lose momentum and cannot overcome the obstacles you face as one unit. Why is Teamwork Important? 8 Good Reasons!
Why is teamwork important? It doesn’t mean everybody is doing the same thing or you have to do each other’s jobs. It’s more a united way of working together, where the sum is greater than the parts. Properly managed, teamwork maximizes strengths, bringing out the best in each team member. These specific, possibly unique individual strengths are then complimented by the strengths of others, or of the team as a unit. The value of teamwork is regularly seen in sports. How often do we see teams made up of expensive star players outperformed by teams with players who may be individually less talented? The team that is able to work together to overcome obstacles is typically the ones that see great success. As individuals it is important to work as a team. We have to work with others on a regular basis. As a teacher I see that if a class works well with each other and can overcome their differences and be more successful as a group. Discussion Questions: (leave in comments) Why do you think teamwork is important? How do you think teamwork impacts our youth? What ways do you use teamwork on a day to day basis? Whats is your biggest success story using teamwork?
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Tye
9/23/2016 09:49:44 am
When you work as a team it makes you feel good
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demarion
9/23/2016 10:00:29 am
teamwork better than doing it alone
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ryan
9/23/2016 10:14:11 am
help others in need
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Bailey
9/23/2016 10:25:38 am
It brings people together and establishes trust with friends
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Jackson
9/23/2016 10:45:16 am
Teamwork is inportant.
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joshua
10/12/2016 10:38:55 am
with teamwork you can set goals make new friends
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