by Emelia Rose

Created on: November 11, 2008   Last Updated: February 03, 2012

Teamwork is one of the most crucial components of running a company. Everyone must work together to get the job done on a daily basis. One of my famous sayings is "If I can do it, so can you"! Like a well oiled machine so is a company. All the parts need to work together to make it run. A company is made up of many departments. Starting from the lowest paid position to the highest paying position. Without every member the company will not run smoothly.

The manager (senior) counts on the entire store staff to perform their job duties, to make important decisions to increase business, and to promote exceptional customer service to the community. Without the team effort he would not be able accomplish his tasks.

As assistants we teach the department heads and cashiers. Along with training and daily store functions our job entails empathy, motivation, and praise. We have to guide our children to make the right decisions and support their efforts but also to discipline when necessary. Some say we are meaner than the manager but are more quicker to praise. Taking care of the menial problems so that the manager can concentrate on the bigger things is what Assistants are required to do.

Department heads oversee departments and train employees in their area. This position is important so that the Assistants can take care of the floor tasks and not worry about smaller problems that can be handled by someone else. Working together makes everyone's job easier and more enjoyable.

Cashier's are the backbone of the business. Without them we could not provide the customer satisfaction that is expected of us. They are the employees that make the biggest impression with a customer. Make sure they are part of your team. Give them more responsibility other than just being on the register. Designate a certain aisle and get in there with them. Working together with the cashier's will make them feel more important and feel better about their position. Let them know how much you appreciate their help.

Teamwork builds respect and confidence. When the team works together it makes for a more profitable and stable company. With the economy the way it is today we need to do what we can to pull together.

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