From early childhood we spend much of our time mastering the art of "getting along". In the workplace this "teaming" skill becomes even more critical as organizations need to not just get along but more importantly learn to work effectively towards a common goal. Team synergy in the workplace typically means that 1+1=3; however, if an organization is dysfunctional, misunderstands roles and responsibilities, or has poor communication oftentimes 1+1=0.

Team Building Improvement Programs can cover a variety of areas; however, a typical program could include the following components:

1. Needs analysis including key organizational interviews
   
   
2. Customized team building and/or personality/work styles assessment (e.g. Myers Briggs)
   
   
3. Post training follow up including feedback session or interviews
   
   
4. Long term continuous improvement plan documented

Is your organization communicating and functioning as well as it can?