Being an Effective Team Member

(upbeat music) - High functioning teams accomplish more than any individual ever could working alone. We rely on teams to solve complex problems. Whether it's in business, sports, medicine, or even your personal life, we see people working in teams all around us. Being a strong teammate is essential for advancing your career. But, what are the attributes of an effective team player? How do you build that reputation? When it comes to being an effective teammate, the skills you need can be learned and practiced. I'm Dr. Daisy Lovelace. As a business school professor and corporate consultant, I spend a lot of time coaching, advising, and participating on teams. It's easy to spot who the key team members are. They have a specific set of characteristics that make them invaluable. This course will summarize the behaviors you can start practicing now to make yourself the team's most valuable player. Let's begin.