Most people say they are good team players. In fact, however, all of us feel that we are not so good as we could. New people, unclear tasks, different opinions, different work habits... all this appears all around us day after day. Then we can simply forget the fundamentals of successful teamwork. Let's, therefore, recall what we should keep working on to make our teamwork better. The following tips were published on the Project Times website.
Don't promise impossible things
Think about the last time you had told that you would to do something, but you didn't do it. Your co-workers will notice that are not keeping your promises very soon. Unreliability is one of the fastest killers of teamwork.
Think of your boss
Your team leader should see that you respect him. The best way to do this is to simplify his life - perform tasks on time, communicate and be reliable.
Don't resist change
Most projects mark various changes during their implementation. Your attitude to changes should therefore be as positive as possible (but not blind). It is important to share information with others. Keep important things secret will not help anyone.
Don't condemn different working styles
Different does not mean bad. When you don't understand why your colleague is doing what he is doing, just ask him. Both of you will gain the opportunity to find a common sense and learn something new.
Keep a positive attitude
Remind yourself that you can't always do everything perfectly. Be open to feedback. It sounds like a cliché, but put your hand on your heart - How much able are you to receive constructive criticism? Can you accept it positively?
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