Effective teams are not groups of people isolated in each department. They penetrate the organization with no regard for departmental lines. Successful entrepreneurs recognize the value of flexibility and extend the concept to the training of their employees by insisting on cross-training. To successful entrepreneurs, cross-training allows people to cover for each other, it creates tactical readiness, it instills a sense of understanding about what other people in the company do, and it helps the employees see where they fit into the bigger picture. Building a cross-trained network within the company creates a solidarity among the employees that serves as an essential catalyst for growth.
Conflict is a natural part of human interaction.
In order to evoke maximum performance and contribution from their employees, successful entrepreneurs recognize that this conflict must be dealt with. They cultivate synergism within and between teams and actively intervene to eliminate all antagonistic behavior. Cooperation is essential for effective teamwork. People will not work well together if they do not respect their fellow employees. As successful entrepreneurs build teams, they build a value system along with it.