Teamwork is characterized by
- cooperative posture toward decisions and projects
- chairperson leading with focus, respect, and sensitivity
- commitment to a common goal or cause
- confidence that others and oneself belong on the team
- charitable attitude when others fall short or are under unusual pressure
- concern to prefer, defer, honor the experience and expertise of others
- consideration of the interest of others ahead of our own
- constructive challenges to enhance the quality of decisions
- critical thinking that seeks the best course of action
- choices to be teachable when conflicts or personal traits affect team functions or relationships*
- cultivation of personal growth in skills and attitudes that advance the cause
- clear, supportive accountability
- consistent availability and accessibility
- covenant to maintain norms of healthy membership
*Teachable refers to one who has the capacity and willingness, even eagerness, to receive instruction.
