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Teamwork

Teamwork

"Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision.  The ability to direct individual accomplishment toward organizational objectives.  It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results."

~Andrew Carnegie


Marketing Project

Starbucks

Spring 2007 I took my first marketing class at PLU, where I had the opportunity to work with a team to write our final paper. 

Before entering into the business department at PLU I really had not had much experience working in teams, besides in sports.  I realize now how essential teamwork is in today's business world, and I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given in the various business classes I have taken. I chose this marketing project to discuss team effectiveness because this is one instance where I worked with people I did not know, and was challenged with our different perspectives.  Despite our different views on how to go about the project, I feel we created a successful paper and provided a successful presentation.

Starbuck's Final Marketing Project







Teamwork has been a part of each and every business class I have taken at PLU.  From daily problem solving, to group papers and presentations, I have worked with a team on a daily basis.






My work experience has also given me team experience.  I have worked as a barista since I was sixteen, which has not only helped build my communication skills, but helped me learn the effectiveness of working together.