7 Examples of Important Teamwork Skills

7 Examples of Important Teamwork Skills

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1. Communication

The ability to communicate in a clear, efficient way is a critical teamwork skill.  When working with others, it is important that you share relevant thoughts, ideas and key information. There are many different types of communication skills including both verbal and nonverbal.

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2. Responsibility

Within the dynamic of teamwork, it is important that the parties involved both understand the work they are responsible for and make the effort to complete said tasks on time and up to the expected standard.  With the entire team functioning properly by taking responsibility for their own work, they can work together towards a common goal.

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3. Honesty

Practicing honesty and transparency at work might mean working through a disagreement, explaining that you were not able to complete a certain task on time or sharing difficult updates.  Without transparency, it can be difficult for a team to develop trust and therefore work together efficiently.

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4. Active listening

Much like communication, active listening skills can help a team to understand and trust each other.  Active listening is the act of making an effort to focus intently on one person as they share their ideas, thoughts or feelings. You might also ask follow-up questions to dig deeper into what they are communicating.

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5. Empathy

Having empathy for your teammates can allow you to better understand their motives and feelings.  Taking the time to listen and understand how others think and work can help you to communicate with them in the right ways.

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6. Collaboration

Teamwork exists so that a group of individuals with a diverse set of skills and talents can work together towards a common goal.  It is crucial to work with other teammates to share ideas, improve each other’s work and help one another to form a good team.

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7. Awareness

In teamwork, it is important that you hone your ability to be aware of the team dynamic at all times. For example, if one person is dominating the conversation or does not allow others to share ideas, it is important that balance is restored so each teammate to contribute evenly.  Alternatively, if one person tends to be more shy or 

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7. Awareness

hesitant to share ideas, it is important to create space so that all teammates feel comfortable to contribute their unique skills and abilities.

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