In this article, the author presents the dangers in group work. He states that one common dilemma is when groups tend to come to agreement too quickly. Another dilemma is when the team is getting bogged down and becoming defensive or adversarial when members express new ideas or introduce new data. Finally, a very common danger is group members' confusion about their decision-making authority. The author presents and discusses some helpful strategies for facilitator's: (1) Anticipating issues; (2) Providing protocols; (3) Explaining processes; (4) Building understanding; and (5) Following meeting standards.