Ten Qualities of an Effective Team Player - dummies

Teams need team players who listen first and speak second. They need players that can absorb, understand, and consider ideas and points of view from other people without arguing every point.

Good team players are fully engaged in the work of the team and do not sit passively on the sidelines. They take the initiative to help make things happen, and they volunteer for assignments.

Good team players are active in sharing information, knowledge, and experience. They take the initiative to keep team members informed.

Cooperation is the act of working with others and acting together to accomplish a job.

Good team players figure out ways to work together to solve problems and get work done.

Teams often deal with change. Good team players adapt to ever-changing situations without complaining.

A flexible team member also considers different points of views and compromise when needed.

Strong team players care about their work, the team, and the team’s work. They want to give their best and expect other team members to do the same.

Good team players are willing to deal with all kinds of problems in a solutions-oriented manner. 

They do not dwell on problems, blame others or avoid problems. Team players get problems out in the open for discussion and then collaborate with others to find solutions and form action plans.

Effective team players deal with other people in a professional manner. They show understanding and the appropriate support of other team members to help get the job done. They treat fellow team members with courtesy and consideration.