1. The Importance
of Teamwork
Getting Results

2. Why is Teamwork Such a
Hot Topic Today?

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

4. T
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A O
M S
S T
S
Organization

5. Benefits
• 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

6. Is Teamwork Just
a Buzzword?

7. • 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

8. Here 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

9. Organizations that Survive
in the Twenty-first Century
will be Characterized by
Teamwork

10. “Restructuring Should not
be Approached Tentatively
and cannot be Achieved
Painlessly.”
Jean B. Keffeler

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

12. 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

13. Unpacking the Vision
The 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 development
of open communication systems and a spirit of collaboration, the
educational system becomes a source of shared accountability and
positive 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.

14. What Does Leadership Do?