Working together to achieve a common goal in a workplace is important. If one person lacks, then it is going to make the whole team have to work harder than they would before. When I think of a team player, I think of a quote that I read by Henry Ford: “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” This quote is definitely true. Right now, I am going to give you 8 tips on being a team player …
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Recognize Others Have Own Strengths and Weaknesses
When you are on a team, you should recognize that other individuals have strengths and weaknesses – just as we all have different opinions. This is what makes us unique.
Be Adaptable
At first, you may not fit in. However, in order to be a good team player, you need to mold yourself to fit in with the rest of the team. You must be willing to help others.
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Think outside the Box
Of course, thinking inside the box isn’t going to get you very far. In order to be a great team player, it would be a good idea if you were to start thinking outside the box. How many of you agree with me on this one?
Be Reliable
It is also important that you are reliable. When you say you are going to get something done, make sure you get it done. Also, don’t come into work late – that isn’t being very reliable now is it?
Enthusiastic
I have always said that having enthusiasm really pays off. Therefore, if you are trying to be a team player, try to have a bit of enthusiasm. Sit back and watch just how far being enthusiastic will get you!
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Your Communication
You are in a team. Therefore, there are other players. The communication you have with the other players will need to be clear. To be a good team player, don’t beat around the bush on things. To avoid confusion, try putting it in writing.
Stop Ranting about the Other’s Performance
Don’t worry about what the person is doing next to you. Stop ranting and raving to everyone about their performance. What you need to worry about is yourself. You will only be wasting your energy.
Have a Positive Attitude
If you are ever going to get anywhere in life, you will need to have a positive attitude. Negativity does not belong in an industry that is successful. Needless to say, the negativity wastes positive energy.
Those are 8 tips on being a team player. Correction – on being a “good” team player. If you want to have success in the job you do, then you need to come together with each other and achieve that goal. What about you – do you have any tips on being a good team player?
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