How can you become an ideal coworker? According to The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni, you must cultivate three key virtues.
In the fable, Lencioni tells the story of Jeff Shanley, a leader desperate to save his uncle’s company by restoring its cultural commitment to teamwork. Jeff and his fellow executives must crack the code on which virtues define a real team player—and then build a culture of hiring and development around those attributes. (Book description taken from Amazon)
In today’s exchange, Scott Herrmann, Nussbaum’s Software Engineering Director, explores these essential traits of an ideal team player: humble, hungry, and smart.
- Humble – putting others before self; not egocentric.
- Hungry – eager to go above and beyond; passionate.
- Smart – understands people and team dynamics; emotionally intelligent.
Through humorous anecdotes and references to Patrick Lencioni’s work, Scott illustrates how self-awareness and collaboration can enhance teamwork. He encourages listeners to reflect on their personal qualities and seek growth through feedback and engagement with peers. Ultimately, creating a culture of ideal team players is vital for achieving goals and fostering a positive work environment.
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