Building Effective Teams is a 24-minute online course that teaches employees the foundations of high-performing teamwork, including trust, communication, and collaborative problem-solving. It is designed for employees and supervisors across all industries and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
Research from Gallup consistently shows that teams with high engagement outperform their peers by 21% in profitability and experience 59% less turnover. Despite these numbers, many organizations invest heavily in technical skills while overlooking the interpersonal dynamics that determine whether a team actually functions. Poor teamwork leads to duplicated effort, communication breakdowns, missed deadlines, and preventable turnover - all of which cost employers real money.
This course prepares your employees to contribute to stronger, more cohesive teams by covering the essential elements of effective collaboration. Your team will learn how to build trust among team members, communicate clearly across roles and departments, navigate disagreements constructively, and support shared goals without losing individual accountability. The course uses real-world workplace scenarios to reinforce practical skills your employees can apply immediately.
While no federal regulation mandates team-building training specifically, the business case for investing in team effectiveness is well-documented. Organizations with disengaged teams face higher turnover, increased absenteeism, and reduced productivity - all of which carry direct costs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employers spent an average of $1,207 per employee on training in recent years, yet companies that fail to address interpersonal dynamics often see diminished returns on that investment. Beyond productivity, dysfunctional team environments can escalate into hostile workplace complaints, increasing an employer's exposure to liability under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and state anti-harassment laws. EEOC guidance emphasizes that employers have a responsibility to maintain a workplace free from intimidation and hostility, and team dysfunction left unchecked can create conditions that cross legal thresholds. Proactive team-building training demonstrates an employer's commitment to a healthy work environment and can serve as a documented preventive measure.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $24.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $19.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $17.95 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English, Spanish, and Multi-Language CC at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.