Succeeding in the World of Work

Section 1: Teamwork

Answers to Section Review

1. Possible answers: low productivity, conflict, waste of resources.
2. Short-term goal—have a sale; medium-term goal—expand product line; long-term goal—increase product knowledge.
3. Possible answers: If goals are unclear, the team should clarify them. If a team is too large, it might be divided in half.
4. You will be asked to view employees as customers and contribute ideas to improve business.
5. Answers will vary. Introverted and independent people may resist being part of a team.