Remember, culture shock happens upon re-entry, not upon leaving. The right and responsibility of each and every individual to make a decision of integrity with regard to the immediate process, output, throughput, decision, or performance, and the corresponding responsibility of others to honor that right. This is probably the most difficult team formation of all because it requires that every individual be a member of many different teams. Also, it requires that those affiliations are honored by all others on the macro-team. Quality empowerment begins with personal integrity honoring differences.
Teams work when the purpose is larger than any of the individuals.
The following list describes many of the features to look for. Rewards are for collective performance. The goal is motivating and shared. Members feel that others are equally committed. The goal cannot be achieved by individuals alone.