In some cases, they can motivate team members to create high-performance teams. The wisdom of teams, in short, is that they can be more flexible, responsive to the needs of the task, exciting, and interactive than larger structures. Individuals can contribute directly to the organization. Team members learn more, not just about the task that is before them, but about accountability, networking, cooperation, and continuous improvement. In many cases, team work enhances a member's knowledge of and commitment to the larger organization.
Teams build better, more productive work forces in the long run.
In the pursuit of quality, it is imperative that individuals be empowered to grow, to learn, and to perform. Obstacles to growth and performance need to be removed. Katzenbach and Smith detail the many ways in which teams move beyond the obstacles and free the organization to maximize its potential. The Wisdom of Teams is a visionary book that effectively argues the merits of using teams in a wide variety of organizations. As teams are formed, acknowledging the gifts and talents of church and conference leaders, the church becomes more connected.