Problem Solving - Session 5

What is teamwork?

• A group of people working together toward a common goal.

• Working independently with no collaboration.

• A team competing against each other.

• Individuals focusing only on their tasks.

Which of the following is a key characteristic of effective teams?

• Poor communication

• Clear roles and responsibilities

• Lack of trust among members

• Individual competition

What is the most important element for building trust in a team?

• Assigning blame for mistakes

• Open and honest communication

• Avoiding difficult conversations

• Working in isolation

Which of these is an example of good teamwork?

• Encouraging every member to contribute ideas

• Ignoring feedback from teammates

• Taking credit for all team achievements

• Allowing one person to do all the work

What is the role of a team leader?

• To dictate every decision

• To support and guide the team toward success

• To monitor without participating

• To criticize team members frequently

Why is active listening important in teamwork?

• It shows respect and helps understand others’ perspectives.

• It reduces the need for meetings.

• It avoids conflict by agreeing with everyone.

• It makes conversations shorter.

What does collaboration in a team mean?

• Working in separate silos to finish faster.

• Sharing ideas and solving problems together.

• Waiting for one person to take charge.

• Doing only what you're assigned.

How should conflicts within a team be resolved?

• By avoiding them entirely

• By discussing openly and finding a win-win solution

• By letting the leader make all decisions

• By blaming someone for the problem

What is a benefit of teamwork?

• Faster decision-making without others' input

• A wider range of ideas and perspectives

• Increased stress from group dynamics

• Reduced accountability

What is the most critical skill for teamwork?

• Independence

• Communication

• Selfishness

• Delegation