Team Building: 01. What is Team Building?

Almost all of us work or play or serve on teams in some capacity, so this topic is an important one. A team is a group of people who are mutually dependent on one another to achieve a common goal. A team recognizes and leverages the different talents and experiences each individual brings to the table, and uses that to achieve their shared goal. We're going to spend some time talking about the characteristics that make a great team, how to develop a successful team, and then how to lead them.