It doesn't have to be hard work. In fact, it doesn't have to happen at all, the choice is yours.
They say "There's no 'I' in Team!", then again - until you recognise the importance of each and every individual, you can never hope to form a true team.
Recognise the individuals worth first, and build from there. Give each employee the tools to establish confidence and self worth, and after that they can progress to become the cornerstone of your team effort.