Have you ever done something with a group of people or a team that you never would have done by yourself? When we are part of a great team we know others have our back. We feel supported, encouraged and cared about. That can give us the courage to do hard things and heighten our […] Read more
Teamwork
Putting the team first is required of every member of a team. If team members are more focused on their own aspirations, egos, money and selfishness – the entire team suffers. Here are two inspiring examples of great teams and teammates to share with your organizations. Teamwork Example #1 – All Fifty Three Players and […] Read more
Members of teams always looking at the negative can be dangerous. They become poison providers of negativity who quietly, freely and gladly give cups and at times buckets of deathly potions to their teammates. These team members are ENERGY SUCKERS! They drain every bit of momentum you have. Have you ever had a conversation with […] Read more
Trust is to teamwork what followers are to leadership. Without it teammates struggle in their relationships with one another and building effective teamwork. In my years of developing teams, doing team activities where members of the team get to know one another outside of their work lives has paid the greatest dividends in terms of building […] Read more
Members of great teams are focused on achieving greatness together. But personal egos, aspirations, politics, money and gossip can quickly erode any chance they have of greatness. This is most recognizable on sports teams where individual egos and selfishness often times supersedes the good of the team. The player who is upset he didn’t score […] Read more
