Theory

Definition of team
Definition of team building
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - Motivation
4 phases of learning
Benefits of team building

Definition of team building

This is a fairly general term that is used in a number of different ways. It can cover either what you are trying to achieve and how you are trying to achieve it - or both! The following cover most of the options:

• Team building is developing working relationships.
• Team building is improving the performance of the team.
• Team building is outdoor activities that challenge the individuals within the team.
• Team building is about improving motivation, communication, support and trust within a team.

The defintion that we prefer is:

• Improving team performance by developing teamworking skills by using any appropriate method.

It is a fairly general defintion but encompasses all of the normal defintions.