1. Unsuitability for All Jobs:
   Team working is not suitable for all jobs, and some tasks may be more efficiently performed by individuals rather than teams.
2. Delayed Decision-Making:
   The process of reaching a consensus in a team can delay decision-making, and teams may produce a compromise decision rather than the best decision.
3. Social Pressure:
   The need to maintain social relationships within the team may lead to decisions being influenced by the desire to avoid conflict, rather than what is best for the task.
4. Conformity and Groupthink:
   Group norms may stifle individual creativity and lead to “groupthink,” where the team consensus prevents the consideration of alternative ideas or critical feedback.
5. Personality Clashes:
   Differences in personalities and interpersonal conflicts within a team can hinder effective collaboration and reduce the overall performance of the team.
6. Lack of Individual Recognition:
   The contributions of individual members may go unrecognized in a team setting, leading to lower motivation for those who feel their efforts are not valued.
7. Difficulties in Coordination:
   Coordinating the work of a team can be challenging, especially if team members have different working styles or priorities, leading to inefficiencies.

(7 points @ 1.43 marks each = 10 marks)