Keeping the sports theme going, let’s have a look at some of the requirements of a team player.
As a team player you must:
· Understand your own role and duties and “play your position”
· Respect your coworkers’ abilities and encourage them to shine
· Understand the rules of the game and be professional when it comes to policies and procedures
· Show up with your game face on, in the proper attire, using the proper lingo and with a winning attitude
· Express your opinions, join in the playmaking and give constructive feedback to others
· Never resort to “unsportsmanlike conduct” like taking credit for work that is not yours or bad-mouthing your co-workers
· Stay in shape, learn new techniques and improve over time
· Be loyal to the team, upholding the goals and values of the company
· Respect all the players on the field
In today’s competitive labour market, it pays to think like an athlete and present yourself to employers as someone who can communicate with others, work in a group and be successful within the organization.