We have the opportunity to talk a lot about team leadership, but what about the team members themselves? What roles should they play in the successful teambuilding process? Below are just a few bullet points that focus on teambuilding from the member's perspective.
Effective team members
. Clearly understand their team's purpose as well as their own responsibilities
· Participate in team activities and carry their weight (in other words, they do their part)
· Hold themselves personally accountable for results
· Respect the differing talents and personalities around them
· Develop a sense of trust that carries to other team members
· Motivate and support other team members
. Share leadership
Understanding these roles helps us, as managers, develop and empower our team members in their performance and in realizing their career paths.
