“Individual commitment to a group effort – that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.” – Vince Lombardi
While it’s true that the size of the team can affect its performance, having a huge team doesn’t necessarily mean you get to accomplish more things.
To be effective and productive, a team needs individuals who are not just competent in their jobs but also share the same values and goals as the rest of the team. They should be willing to take risks, accept feedback, duplicate, and take personal ownership of their work.
Success is achieved when every individual understands their role and is committed to performing at their best. Teamwork implies the existence of individual ownership where we ask ourselves the question: What can I contribute? How can I be a better teammate? These are the questions that will shift the focus back on ourselves. If we want to work with the best team there is, we need to figure out how we can be the best person for our team.
Let this video from David Goggins remind us how self-discipline coupled with personal accountability is key to teamwork and to achieving our business goals.
