Argues that efforts to adapt to increased volatility and uncertainty are still plagued by the traditional wisdom and domination of command‐and‐control hierarchies. In highlighting over two decades of intimation for appropriate organizational structural fit, identifies recurring barriers to...

This article focuses on the various important attributes of a self‐directed work team that are necessary to create a successful team effort. These aspects of a successful team were examined through the coaching philosophy of John Wooden, former basketball coach at the University of California,...

The concept of self‐managed work teams is identified as a historically grounded story of success originating in perspectives on Socio‐Technical systems and the Quality of Work Life. Expansion based on early success has focused on structural problems associated with the establishment of teams...

Discusses the value, workings and effectiveness of international project teams. Proposes a model to enable the creation of an effective team and process. Points out the need to manage diversity, intercultural differences and different nationalities. Uses a case study from Raleigh International...

Purpose – The aim of the article is to describe how Keynote Teambuilding provided 15 members of staff from the Manchester headquarters of the Oddfellows friendly society with a team‐building experience that covered song creation, playing technique and live performing – all within the space...

Discusses how teams are an essential aspect of the new work culture; and how team management is of vital importance, particularly when cross‐cultural applications arise which will improve an organization′s international relations. Examines what makes teams productive, how to motivate members...

Looks at instruments which can be used in team development. The Types of Work Index provides personal feedback to team members on their job. The Team Management Index helps team members understand the way they like to work. The Linking Skills Index measures how well a person implements...

Most executives experience job dissatisfaction at some point, which they find difficult to resolve and which may affect the fortunes of their company. The root cause may well lie in a wrongly assembled team. TeamBuilder is a self‐help programme which, through the aid of an on‐screen...

Describes a team‐building programme at the manufacturing base of Champion Spark Plug which aimed to ensure that the people in the business were equipped and willing to create the changes and improvements required to achieve the business′s mission and objectives. The results of the programme...