A good way to ensure the formation of a successful team is to start off by asking the following 10 questions regarding basic ground rules:

How will we..

1-plan work assignments and schedules?
2-monitor and follow up?
3-keep each other fully informed?
4-give feedback?
5-recognize accomplishments?
6-organize and conduct meetings?
7-ensure that everyone participates?
8-make decisions?
9-resolve differences?
10-ensure we achieve desired results?

from MDi Pakistan’s directory of Practical Tools for Managers TM