Want to win by working with others? Are you trying to improve workplace relationships by getting people to talk to one another and work together? Building a strong team takes time and energy; successful teams are never a fluke. A team's success depends on many factors, but among the most important are the existence of well-defined goals and a dedication to achieving them through cooperative effort. In this article, we'll examine the importance of teamwork and the factors that contribute to its success and discuss tactics for building a cohesive unit.