On Teamwork

Here’s 10 things I’m looking for in a team:

I want to be on a team where we all have an unwavering respect for one another.
On the other hand it’s important to me that we can have a sense of humor and we aren’t taking ourselves too seriously.
I think being a good teammate has a lot to do with being a good listener, which I am.
I like to see a healthy level of focus being granted to giving and receiving criticism. I want to work with people who are interested in getting feedback that is given kindly and in the spirit of being helpful.
I think it’s important to acknowledge my peer’s successes and take time to celebrate each others incredible talents.
I want to trust my teammates and be trusted by them.
I want to feel like I can ask for help and conversely take time to help others.
I want my team to be able to HUSTLE— to go all out, all hands on deck and make hay whether the sun is out or not.
I want to feel like my team has my back even if I make a mistake.
I think mentorship is a really important part of any team dynamic and I hope to mentor and be mentored— I want to learn from my peers.