Teamwork

Teamwork

Collaboration, Cooperation

All About Teamwork

Let's work together: On the playing field, at the office, raising children. Humans are social animals, and civilization is the result of a pooled effort. So it pays to figure out what got us here, and how we can continue to join forces going forward.

Teamwork

Teamwork

15 Qualities That Make You a Great Team Player

Do you play well with others? It's time to find out.

By Susan Krauss Whitbourne Ph.D.

Women Entrepreneurs, Bosses, and Leaders

Insights from an experienced entrepreneur on women-run businesses

By Sydney Finkelstein Ph.D.

Can Music Increase Cooperation at Work?

New research shows happy music helps boost cooperation.

By Mariana Bockarova Ph.D.

Partners in Crime

Some killers love company.

By Katherine Ramsland

Happiness Is a Warm Scrum Team

Book Review: Scrum, The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time

By Moses Ma

Dream Teams

Those who define—and defy—the terms of a creative partnership.

By Carlin Flora

See also

Recent posts on Teamwork

iStock/Used with Permission

What's So Bad About Bribing Your Child?

By Laura Markham Ph.D. on July 19, 2017 in Peaceful Parents, Happy Kids
Cooperation is too complicated to be shaped by a simple habit, since it's driven by emotions and how connected your child feels to you at the moment.
"female-graduate-silhouette"/Karen Arnold CC0 Public Domain

Overqualified and Burned Out? You Are Not Alone!

By Michael Woodward Ph.D. on July 18, 2017 in Spotting Opportunity
Can being overqualified in your job cause burnout and kill team morale? New research on a trending topic
alphaspirit/CanStockPhoto

How to Develop a Successful Personal Recovery Plan

By David Susman, Ph.D. on July 17, 2017 in The Recovery Coach
Taking action without planning is a sure recipe for disappointment.
Jeffbalbalosa/Pixabay

As a Lover, Are You a Giver or a Taker?

By Susan Krauss Whitbourne Ph.D. on July 15, 2017 in Fulfillment at Any Age
Giving back and receiving are fundamental components to human interactions. New research shows when you’re likely to give back, and who’s like to give back to you.
Shawn Collins, CC 2.0

Three Foolish Workplace Practices

By Marty Nemko Ph.D. on July 11, 2017 in How To Do Life
Open workspaces, under-use of simulations in hiring, and excessive group input.
Thinkstock

The Ins and Outs of Ageism

By Angela Grippo Ph.D. on July 10, 2017 in The Wide Wide World of Psychology
Younger workers can face age discrimination, too.

The Cognitive Audit

By Gary Klein Ph.D. on July 07, 2017 in Seeing What Others Don't
Ten cognitive requirements designed to help instructors inject cognitive skills into their training programs.
Pexep free Photo

10 Reasons Why Teams Need Emotional Intelligence

By Relly Nadler Psy.D., M.C.C. on July 06, 2017 in Leading with Emotional Intelligence
Why your team needs better EI for better productivity and alignment.
Neville Garnham, used with permission

How to Make a Positive Difference at Work

By Amy Cooper Hakim Ph.D. on July 01, 2017 in Working With Difficult People
How to Make a Positive Difference at Work Put on your listening ears.
CC0 Public Domain

Control Freaks and Approval-holics (Part 1)

By Dale James Dwyer Ph.D. on July 01, 2017 in Got a Minute?
Who's Your Chuck?
©D. Barstow

What Happens When Women Ask for Sex?

By Donna Barstow on June 30, 2017 in Ink Blots Cartoons
Upending the traditional roles of who wants sex more...will satisfy everyone.
Courtesy of Marissa Martino

How We Can Become Better People Through Teamwork with Dogs

By Marc Bekoff Ph.D. on June 28, 2017 in Animal Emotions
A new book stresses the importance of humans and dogs growing together as a team and benefits for both.
wikimedia commons, Lizzy Borden

Graduate Student's Revenge (Corrections in Red)

By Lee Jussim Ph.D. on June 27, 2017 in Rabble Rouser
On the inherently exasperating nature of relationships between graduate students and their advisors, and the even more exasperating nature of scientific publishing in psychology.
Google Images, Creative Commons

Differences Between Self-Directed and Progressive Education

By Peter Gray Ph.D. on June 27, 2017 in Freedom to Learn
Self-Directed Education and progressive education both emphasize the education of the whole, unique person, but they differ greatly in how that education is best achieved.
CC0 Public Domain

David and Goliath: When Sports Inspire National Pride

By Jenni Ogden Ph.D. on June 26, 2017 in Trouble in Mind
When a small country beats a massive country in sport, we can all take inspiration from that.
Diane Dreher photo

What Are We Missing in Today’s Conflicts?

By Diane Dreher Ph.D. on June 26, 2017 in Your Personal Renaissance
The missing link in too many current conflicts--and what you can do about it.
Pixabay/955169

How to Stop Being Such a Micromanager (Yes, You!)

By Andy Molinsky Ph.D. on June 26, 2017 in Adaptation
Unleash the true potential of your team.
VLADGRIN/Shutterstock

Decoding the Complex Brain Mechanics of Altruism and Empathy

By Christopher Bergland on June 24, 2017 in The Athlete's Way
A new study by a team of neuroscientists from Duke and Stanford University debunks the myth that a singular brain region is responsible for making decisions that affect others.
Pexels

How to Approach Challenges with a Competitive Spirit

By Reid Wilson Ph.D. on June 23, 2017 in All about Anxiety
What is a ready-for-anything competitive spirit? It’s when we step forward with a point of view that says, “I have the skills to take on this challenge. I have a chance here.”
pixabay, via pexels

How to Win at Sports

By Matthew J. Edlund M.D. on June 22, 2017 in The Power of Rest
Can changing internal temperature make muscles stronger? Can biological clocks make you more fit?
Istock Photo

Are You As Effective As You Think You Are?

By Elizabeth R Thornton on June 20, 2017 in The Objective Leader
Are you as effective as you think you are? How do you know? A well-respected leader learns that she can be even more effective.
Google Images free for use

Collaboration When a Family Has ADHD: Like Parent Like Child

By Mark Bertin M.D. on June 19, 2017 in Child Development Central
Finding an empathetic, mutual path around ADHD aims families towards a shared goal instead of a battle, while adults build the same skills they’re aiming for in their children.
Sara Canaday

Cognitive Diversity

By Sara Canaday on June 18, 2017 in You (According to Them)
What does the concept of cognitive diversity mean? When leaders surround themselves with people who "constantly validate and reflect their own beliefs," it stifles fresh thinking.
Google

Where Do Gerontologists Fit on Interdisciplinary Teams?

By Christina M. Pierpaoli on June 18, 2017 in Eng(aging)
Gains in longevity have introduced clinical complexities that require diverse skills and perspectives. Where do gerontologists sit at the table?
Twentieth Century Fox

How Artificial Intelligence Will Disrupt Your Life

By Ray Williams on June 16, 2017 in Wired for Success
We are on the verge of a technological revolution that will fundamentally alter the way we live, work, and relate to one another unlike anything we've experienced before.
Book Cover Design by Sara E Blum, used with permission/Beyond Words

Yes! A Cartoon-loaded Friendship Guide for Kids and Parents

By Dona Matthews Ph.D. on June 14, 2017 in Going Beyond Intelligence
All about making and keeping friends, with lots of liberally illustrated kid-friendly ideas, along with helpful suggestions for parents of kids from six to twelve.
contrastwerkstatt/AdobeStock

Addiction In The Workplace 101: What You Need to Know

By John F. Kelly Ph.D. on June 14, 2017 in Addiction & Recovery 101
More than 75 percent of individuals with alcohol or illicit drug use disorders continue to maintain their employment.
Keith Allison/Wikimedia Commons

When Coaching, Not Talent, Wins

By Steven Berglas Ph.D. on June 13, 2017 in Executive Ego
The Warriors' win holds lessons for every executive, basketball fan or not.

How Do You Turn Around a Company Suffering a Major Loss?

By Peter Bregman on June 12, 2017 in How We Work
Discover Brian’s formula for meetings that dig deep, what should be more important than talent in your appointment process, and how he eliminated tension between product & sales.
CreatingWE/MichaelBud

Riding the Next Wave of Human Evolution

By Judith E. Glaser on June 09, 2017 in Conversational Intelligence
With their deep comfort with uncertainty and technology, coupled with their hardwired sense of inclusion, Millennials are blazing the trail by transforming workplaces.
Read More