ANY MANAGER ASKED to describe the attributes of an ideal employee will almost certainly put team skills at the top of the list.
The reasons for this should be clear. In today's workplace, people cannot operate in isolation. Their jobs are multidimensional, and need the input and assistance of colleagues who have different skill sets and experience.
Success at work, therefore, depends on building synergy and understanding that a well-managed team will always achieve more than individuals working on their own.
When people collaborate, their overall performance improves because teamwork allows individuals to amplify their strengths, overcome their weaknesses and come up with more ideas.
However, working as part of a team is often not easy. Who has not struggled to get along with a colleague or sat through meetings wondering why no one can see things their way?
Fortunately, research into how organisations function has identified basic attitudes and skills that can lead to better co-operation. So if you want to be more of a team player, here are some pointers:
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