1. Describe a synergistic team you have observed or been a part of.

A. Why was it synergistic?

B. What were some of the benefits?

c. What were some of the challenges?

2. What would be some advantages and disadvantages of working on a cross-functional team rather than a team from your work unit?

3. Describe some of the misperceptions about teams and why it is important to avoid them.

4. Why are team ground rules necessary? What are some of the most important ground rules to consider?

5. Why is empowerment especially important for high-performance teams?

6. What are the major benefits of delegation for managers and employees?