Masonry Magazine August 1999 Page. 40
The Five Cs of Teamwork
Teamwork begins with the attitude you have about the work you do and the people you work with. For most of us, it takes daily reminders to ourselves that our work matters, that it affects the bottom line and the work of others. When you're considering your position in the organization, use the Five Cs that follow as a framework:
1. Concentrate on your company's overall goals and the individual goals needed to make them. Think of your company as a large team, and your department as a subteam that works toward the goals of the company.
2. Communicate with others in your department and with colleagues in other departments. Explain your goals, needs, and responsibilities, and listen to what your co-workers say about their needs and responsibilities.
3. Compromise to get the job done, but don't compromise your standards. Be flexible enough to help everyone get the job done.
4. Congratulate the people you work with and acknowledge their efforts. Take a minute to recognize a job well done.
5. Cooperate with co-workers in your department and in others. Put yourself in the other guy's shoes and treat others as you would want to be treated.
Are you in compliance with the new OSHA Standard for Rough Terrain Forklifts?
Don't worry, the Mason Contractors Association of America can help. MCAA's Rough Terrain Forklift Safety and Maintenance Training Manuals meet the requirements of the OSHA Standard for Rough Terrain Forklifts. These manuals come with everything you need to conduct your own forklift safety training course without hiring an expensive safety consultant.
For more information, contact the MCAA at (800) 536-2225 within the U.S. or (630) 705-4200 outside the U.S.
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