Question: The idea of teamwork continues to be popular, some may say, a necessity in today's competitive environment. Successful companies such as Apple, Inc., WalMart, Target, to name a few, pride themselves on success through teamwork. But, teamwork does not simply happen. The manager must work hard to ensure there is balance between the needs of the team and the needs of the individuals who make up the team. In this assignment, you will write a 3 to 4-page paper on the positive and negative aspects of teamwork.

Your paper should address the following guidelines.

1. What is teamwork and how is it different from group work?

2. What are three (3) positive reasons why a manager would prefer working with teams?

3. What are three (3) negative reasons why a manager would prefer working with teams?

4. What are the similarities between the Abilene Paradox and groupthink?

5. Name at least three (3) ways a manager might strengthen team member commitment.

6. Name one local, national, or global organization that you feel represents success through teamwork.

Parameters: Your satisfactory completion of this assignment is based on the following criteria:

1. Accurate description and reference of all concepts and theories used in completing your paper.

2. Practical examples of concepts that lead to continuing interest in the topic.

3. Synthesis of concepts and theories from other course activities.

4. Well-organized, clearly presented work (free from excessive spelling and grammatical errors).

5. Properly cited sources using APA 6th edition.