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Great teams or records are not formed in a days' time. However, they r analysed & made possible with lots & loads of effort & Team work. Here are some aspects which are really improtant and vitial for a great team. A great team will have: 1. Members sharing leadership responsibility and rotating other roles as needed. 2. All participating in idea generation, problem solving, and decision-making. 3. Members showing support, respect, and trust for one another. 4. All taking actions and doing work that is necessary to reach team goals. 5. Members managing conflict by confronting issues and inappropriate behaviors. Happy Working :)

String figures are designs formed from nothing more than a loop of string. Most of the time, people use their fingers to weave string figures, but sometimes, they also use their toes, knees, elbows, and mouth. The result is often a fabulous pattern! String figures were once known to nearly all native inhabitants of East Asia, Australia, Africa, the Arctic, the Americas and the Pacific Islands. In fact, some designs are believed to be ancient, perhaps dating from the stone age. Their function varied from place to place. In some locations, string figures provided a much needed artistic outlet -- competitions were held to see who could make the most interesting design. In other locations, string figures were used by tribal storytellers to illustrate their tales. Elsewhere, string figures served as good luck charms to help ensure a bountiful harvest or a successful hunt. But in most locations, string figures were made simply to kill time! The International String Figure As...

Leadership is a gr8 tool which helps in team building or bonding along with Motivation & Management ( getting things done by others). Here are some valuable points which helps in motivating & building a team with the help of LEADERSHIP. 1. Be positive and set a good example for the team. 2. Share information on projects and business openly with the team. 3. When possible, let team work through their conflicts, but be ready to resolve negative conflict and bad situations before team morale is damaged. 4. Give feedback for improvement when necessary in a positive and thoughtful way. 5. Show appreciation for the work team does using different methods for rewarding team and members. 6. If a team request or member idea is not understood, ask for clarification or examples. 7. Actively listen to team complaints, ideas, and improvements. 8. Allow the team to evaluate its leader and suggest improvement ideas to help the team with respect, trust, and confidence in ...

The moment you start doing anything at all with another person, you've established a team. Begin a conversation, pick up the phone, brainstorm an idea and you're in teamwork . Start with Your Ability to Relate  Every possibility, from landing the contract to the romantic evening hinges on your ability to relate. But neither profit nor pleasure are the primary motivation for teamwork. Productive teamwork moves you toward challenge, through change, with more confidence. Working well on any team generates energy and enthusiasm for life. Some are More Skilled than Others   This ability is learned. You do not need complex interaction formulas. You don't have to be easy-going, well-educated, hard-nosed, or even especially intelligent to build a team. You don't have to be anything other than yourself. You can be effective with people using common sense and a few fundamental principles. Vision Commitment Trust In...

The key to a successful project is in the planning. Creating a project plan is the first thing you should do when undertaking any kind of project. Often project planning is ignored in favour of getting on with the work. However, many people fail to realise the value of a project plan in saving time, money and many problems. " 1 hour of PLANNING , saves  3 hours of EXECUTION " So planning is very important in any project in any kind of Org. Steps in PROJECT PLANNING : Step 1: Project Goals Step 2: Project Deliverables Step 3: Project Schedule Step 4: Supporting Plans   Happy Planning :)

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PM Process: Project management is a complex undertaking, with many stages and processes. It should follow the full business life cycle, from definition and justification of the project, through to delivering demonstrable benefits for the business. The project manager's skills are essential from the beginning. The defined approach and its business case will rely on a good understanding of the project process along with reliable estimating and carefully considered planning. As well as the project manager's prime objective to deliver the results, there are many supporting disciplines and processes. These should ensure that the project will deliver a valuable result without surprises. The foremost need is to monitor the anticipated level of benefits and make adjustments to deliver optimum results. The leadership team should also actively identify and manage risks, issues, changed requirements, quality standards, plus a host of other side issues. Not all these processes fol...

Project management is the discipline of planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives. The major activities or the facts to be known from or for PM, are many and some of them are Project Management Ethics and Professional Responsibility Project management Framework / Process Project integration management Project Scope Management Project Time Management Project Cost Management Project Quality Management Project Human Resource Management Project Communications Management Project Risk Management Project Procurement Management 

Project management includes a number of elements: four to five process groups, and a control system. Regardless of the methodology or terminology used, the same basic project management processes will be used.   Major process groups generally include: Initiation Planning or development Production or execution Monitoring and controlling Closing

Lit or unlit, candles create an instant atmosphere. They come in a wide variety of colors, shapes, sizes and scents. Candles also serve many purposes, including atmosphere, celebration and decoration and many more. While candle making should always be fun, it is not always successful. Keep in mind the following tips to make the process a little easier. And always remember, if you don't like the finished product or if it turns out to be a disaster, you can always melt it down and start over again. But, don't forget, an ugly candle will burn just as bright and long as any other candle. Melting Wax Always melt wax in a container over a pot of hot water, such as a double boiler. To blend wax and dye, melt the wax first, then add the dye. Use a thermometer to check the temperature of the wax. Priming the Wick Prime the wick before melting the wax. Immerse the wick in the wax for about five minutes. Pull the wick straight and lay flat to harden. General Precautions K...

If you are a thorough outdoor person interested in climbing mountains, crossing thickly dense forests or streams or walking along peddled roads, then trekking is an ideal hobby for you. However, before venturing out on trekking you must remember a few points. Trekking is not a relaxing activity. It involves extreme physical hard word and mental stamina. Who can go on a trek? Anybody can go on a trek but it is best to plan your trek according to the level of physical fitness. Trekking can be done individually or can be organized in groups. The type of trekking depends upon your physical fitness, where you want go, type of landscape you are looking for, thrills you wish to enjoy, and how much you can spend. Though going out alone on a trek involves privacy but do not rule out the possibility of accidents or falling ill or even losing your way. It is best you take part in organized treks where there are guides, cooks, porters and of course friends to help you in times...