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The ImportanceThe Importanceof Teamworkof Teamwork

Getting Results

Why is Teamwork Such a Why is Teamwork Such a Hot Topic Today?Hot Topic Today?

In organizations that have reorganized the workplace into teams, results have improved and costs have declined.

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BenefitsBenefits• Reduced costs• Quality of result has improved and

service provided• Increases employee involvement• Reduces absenteeism and improves

continuity• Reduces conflict• Enhances creativity and innovation• Creates better adaptability and

flexibility in the organization

Is Teamwork JustIs Teamwork Justa Buzzword?a Buzzword?

• Many workers report that teamwork is just a fad

• It is the flavor of today• Workers report that most

employees are simply interested in protecting their own turf

Here is What We KnowHere is What We Know……

• 70% of other cultures in the world are more team-oriented

• Global competition demands we make today’s organizations more flat and flexible

• Must reduce the bureaucracy

Organizations that Survive Organizations that Survive in the Twentyin the Twenty--first Century first Century

will be Characterized by will be Characterized by TeamworkTeamwork

““Restructuring Should not Restructuring Should not be Approached Tentatively be Approached Tentatively and cannot be Achieved and cannot be Achieved Painlessly.Painlessly.””

Jean B. KeffelerJean B. Keffeler

An Organization Characterized An Organization Characterized by Teams can rid the kind of by Teams can rid the kind of ““Us Versus ThemUs Versus Them”” Thinking Thinking that has Typified Most that has Typified Most OrganizationsOrganizations

So What is a Team?So What is a Team?

• Cohesive unit of people who enjoy the privileges of making decisions and continuously work to improve the organization

• The team helps to align the organization around the functions

• Ability to work toward a common vision

Unpacking the VisionUnpacking the VisionThe Keystone Central School District envisions a school

environment that fosters respect between and among students, faculty, staff, parents, school leaders, and community members. This community of learners is dedicated to high levels of academic achievement through curricular and instructional practices that meet the diverse needs of all students. Through the developmentof open communication systems and a spirit of collaboration, theeducational system becomes a source of shared accountability andpositive outcomes for all stakeholders.

A graduate of the Keystone Central School District is one who thinks critically and creatively, exhibits tolerance and respect for others, behaves responsibly and ethically, and embraces technology as it impacts the local and global society.

This ongoing journey is one that invites all stakeholders to participate and embrace the opportunities for personal, professional, and community growth available through the Keystone Central School District.

What Does Leadership Do?What Does Leadership Do?