Build a healthy group

Define a collective purpose
Clearly state and publicize this.

Assemble the right team.
Look for people with complementary strengths but diverse skills, temperaments, and backgrounds.

Encourage a free flow of ideas and information up and down the line.

Infect the group with productive emotions.
Get people to focus on meaningful and concrete tasks.

Challenge members to see how they respond.
Push them to work together under stress.