What constitutes a team? Is it one person….two….three….dozens…..hundreds? Why is a team important? Who makes a team a team? Can we survive without teams? Are you a part of a team? Does a team really matter? 

These are all important questions when examining the “Team Concept” that is so prevalent in today’s society. Teams are pervasive throughout our society and can be found in business, family, sport, religion, and almost every element of our life. Team’s make the world in which we live….go around. 

You are probably a member of a team right now. Chances are, you have membership on many different teams. Some teams are temporary…they may include casual involvement. Others such as family team membership last a lifetime. Teams which involve your job, profession and or current employment may seem to be on your mind the most. This is normal. 

When it comes to understanding the dynamics of “Teams” (of which an element is Team Building) we must first understand the definition of Team. Team is defined by Webster’s as “A cooperative unit.” Since having a solid team requires cooperation, then building a solid team must be based on harmony. Some may say that this eliminates a Family as being a team unit, however untrue that is! Although Webster’s definition of Team is based on a “cooperative” unit, we find, especially in business…. that although teams are formed under the premises of cooperation, that they can be a far cry from cooperative. Hence Team Building’s important role in securing a foothold in developing the Team’s foundation. 

Our Team Building section will work to develop good blueprints for your team experience. It will teach you the key elements in being a good team player, leader, organizer, follower, and of course manager and coach. We will provide you examples, role playing opportunities and answer your questions about a team situation you may be in. 

So, in summary what is a team? It is a corporative unit. Are they important? Yes, if they work efficiently. What makes a team a team? People like you! How many people constitute a team? More than one. Can we survive without teams? I doubt it. Does it really matter? Well as the saying goes…..There is no “I” in team….and when it gets down to crunch time well organized and built teams can make the impossible possible, and solve problems that at one time seemed hopeless. We are where we are today in this world because of successful teams. Welcome to our Team at AskKeithNow.com. We welcome your response, questions and input!

Keith