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It Takes Teamwork!

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• T- - - - To g e t h e r

• E - - - - E v e r y o n e

• A - - - - A c h i e v e s

• M - - - - M o r e

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Teamwork

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Why work in teams or groups?


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Why work in teams?

• We all can learn from each other

• Teams can be more effective than individuals when working on complex projects

• Teamwork helps develop interpersonal skills


Characteristics of Effective Team Members

• Cooperate and contribute

• Expect success - have a positive “Can do” attitude

• Good communicators

• Reliable

• Respectful of other team members

• Work to find solutions to problems

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Characteristics of Ineffective Team Members

• Aggressive

• Continuously interrupt others

• Disruptive

• Dominating

• Do not take projects/tasks seriously

• Not dependable

• Withdrawn and/or afraid to contribute8


Leadership Skills

Learning to Lead

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Boss versus Leader

Are a boss and leader always the same?


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Skills of Effective Leaders

• Building and sustaining relationships

• Developing and communicating a vision

• Influencing people

• Making decisions

• Overcoming setbacks and adversity

• Understanding people’s needs


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Characteristics of a Good Leader

• Challenge people to think

• Communicate clear expectations

• Lead by example

• Make decisions

• Make others feel safe to speak up

• Measure and reward performance

• Properly allocate and deploy talent

• Provide continuous feedback-positive and negative


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Characteristics of a Good Leader

• Are accountable to others

• Are great teachers

• Ask questions and seek counsel

• Create a positive, energetic atmosphere

• Genuinely enjoy responsibility

• Invest in relationships

• Problem solve without procrastinating

• Are professional


Leadership and learning are indispensable. John F. Kennedy

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Problem Solving


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Steps To Problem Solving


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Identify The Problem

• Define the problem to be solved

• Ask others for input


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Develop Alternative Solutions

Brainstorm a variety of solutions to the problem


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Select the Best Alternative

• Write down the advantages and disadvantages of each solution

• Discuss each alternative in detail


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Implement A Solution


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Evaluate the Outcome

Look over the solution – did it work?


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References and Resources

Images:

• Microsoft Clip Art: Used with permission from Microsoft.

Textbooks:

• Newberry, B. (2010). Life skills for the 21st century: Building a foundation for success. Boston: Prentice Hall.

Websites:

• Community Tool BoxCore Functions in Leadershiphttp://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/leadership/leadership-functions

• ForbesTen Steps You Can Take to Become a Successful Young Leader at Workhttp://www.forbes.com/pictures/elhm45edee/10-establish-relationships-with-superiors-and-find-a-mentor/

• ForbesThe Most Successful Leaders Do 15 Things Automatically, Every Dayhttp://www.forbes.com/sites/glennllopis/2013/02/18/the-most-successful-leaders-do-15-things-automatically-every-day


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Websites:

• Problem Solving and Decision Making

Free Management Library

http://managementhelp.org/personalproductivity/problem-solving.htm

• Problem Solving

Lorain Community College

http://www.lorainccc.edu/Current+Students/Advising+and+Counseling/Counseling/Problem+Solving+-+2.htm




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YouTube™:

• United States Department of LaborSoft Skills – Communicationhttp://youtu.be/X0voPlW2pSs

• United States Department of LaborSoft Skills – Professionalismhttp://youtu.be/7dPWVjQSad4

• United States Department of LaborSoft Skills – Teamworkhttp://youtu.be/sMFh9QYFh2I


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