Making the Team shows leaders how to design teams to function optimally and focuses on the skills needed to become productive team members. The 6th Edition combines cutting-¬edge theory with the latest information and research, while its real¬-world applications and examples help team leaders and members succeed in the business world. Features: - The text is written for two audiences: Team Leaders and members. For leaders, the book directs itself toward how teams can be designed for optimal performance. For team members, the book focuses on the skills needed to be an important and productive member of the team. - A focus on the big picture demonstrates how the team fits into the larger organization. Equipping managers for the long term, the text also highlights developments and trends that may affect how managers structure their teams in the future.