1. Working in teams
Done by:
Bashayer Rabei
Fatema Hasan
Salma Ibrahim

2. Table of contents
1. Nature of teams.
2. Characteristic of work groups.
3. Effective communication in groups and teams.
4. Conclusion.

3. Nature of teams
 What is a team?
 Why teams are essential.
 Advantages of teamwork.
 Productivity.
 Accuracy.

4. Characteristics of work groups
 Size
 Reasons
 Shared Purpose
 Interdependence

5. Effective communication in groups
and teams
 Recognizing both group and personal goal:
 Definition of group goals and personal goal.
What is a “Goal”?
Group goal:
Personal goal:

6.  When problems occur?
 Conflicts with the organization’s
or group’s goals.
 Hidden agendas.

7.  How to avoid ineffective communication:
 Members are clear about and agree with group goals.
 Role assignments match member abilities.
 Members are cooperative and effective with the
organization.

8. Conclusion
Tips to overcome difficulties when working in in
multi background team

9. Thank you
Do you have any questions?

10. Resources
 http://www.knowhownonprofit.org/people/teams/about-teams-and-types-of-
team/importance.
 http://derekstockley.com.au/news-07/090-importance-teamwork.html.
 http://www.effectivemeetings.com/teams/teamwork/effective.asp.
 http://smallbusiness.chron.com/team-goals-group-project-36605.html.
 http://www.qualitydigest.com/jun/maximize.html.
 http://www.teambuildingportal.com/articles/systems/teamperformance-teamsize.
 Communication book.