Teamwork and Employee Productivity in University Press Plc, Nigeria
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65336/Keywords:
Teamwork, Employee Productivity, Team Spirit, Communication, Team Trust.Abstract
Despite the recognized importance of teamwork to organizational success, many workplaces continue to struggle to foster effective collaboration among employees. This study investigates the effect of teamwork on employee productivity at University Press Plc (UPPLC) in Nigeria. Using a cross-sectional survey design, the study explores how teamwork dimensions, communication, spirit, and trust affect employee productivity. The study population was 245 company staff from the Western and Northern regions. A structured questionnaire was randomly administered to a sample of 152 employees across UPPLC’s regional offices. Primary data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics and multiple regression. Findings showed a positive and statistically significant effect of teamwork dimensions on productivity. The study concludes that teamwork is important in improving the productivity of employees of the organization. It recommends that the management of the company should implement regular team meetings and feedback sessions to encourage open-door policies and transparent leadership communication.
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