Is a football team successful if they have people that look out for number one? People that want to get all the glory and say I make this team what it is. No, not in most cases. That is true in any team sport. The players must work together to become the best and most successful team in their sport. There will be leaders on the team, ones that are more talented or gifted but, they make sure they lead by helping everyone else.
I believe this is true in business too. There will always be someone leading but if they are a great leader they work with their team. They teach, they share, they help and they teach others to become leaders. Effective leaders are upfront and lead by positive example.
Ever heard of the Blue Angels? Now these guys must work as a team or their lives are at stake. The Blue Angels build every show around a center point and build their team around shared values. Without shared values, peak performance isn’t possible. Watch this video. Teamwork
How would you answer these questions about your team?
At what level does your team operate?
Is it time to raise the bar?
What is the level of trust on your team?
Does your team communicate openly and honestly?
Is your team ready to take off and reach new levels of success?
Are you?
Comments are appreciated and welcome.
5. July 2010 at 7:08 pm
Hey Beverly, nothing better than being on a great team.
I enjoyed the Blue Angel’s video and it is true, with teamwork you can achieve a certain level of synergy that you cannot working alone.
Thanks for the post Beverly.
8. July 2010 at 11:07 am
So true Peter.Teams are wonderful especially ones with great team leaders.
6. July 2010 at 5:37 pm
Beverly,
I love this video! I’ve watched alot of the videos on Simple Truths and this is one of my favorites. It truly does encompass the true meaning of teamwork. Trust, faith, belief all play huge roles in the Blue Angel’s performances. True dedication at work here.
Thanks for reminding me of this awesome video. I have a very good friend who flies so I understand some of the intricacies of these moves. Awesome,
Val
8. July 2010 at 11:07 am
This video really made me think about the importance of teamwork. Glad you enjoyed it.
8. July 2010 at 5:00 am
Beverly,
Excellent post! Teamwork is so key to our success. The Blue Angels are an outstanding example of great teamwork in ACTION! Thanks for sharing that video.
Our team is well on it’s way to working together as a team should and we will be sure it stays that way through our roles as effective team leaders. We’re glad to hear your team is doing great as well.
Dawn and Dave
8. July 2010 at 11:06 am
Our TSA team is going great too thanks to you and the others that make it work so well. Thanks for stopping by.
8. July 2010 at 7:42 am
Hi Beverly,
Good post on teamwork. Love the Blue Angels, had the opportunity to see one of their shows in person. They are certainly the perfect example of teamwork and precision. Thank you.
8. July 2010 at 11:05 am
Thanks Linnea.I loved the video and it quickly inspired me to write the post. Thanks for commenting.
8. July 2010 at 12:58 pm
Hi Beverly,
I just saw the Blue Angels 2 weeks ago – Impressive! and very good example of teamwork at it’s finest. Being an “individual contributor” can only take us so far. Besides working together as a team is so much more fun too
Thanks for sharing. Have an awesome day! Laura
8. July 2010 at 2:05 pm
You are right.It is fun to make money as a team.Helping others succeed is the best way to create wealth.
8. July 2010 at 7:44 pm
Leadership is the key. I wish my upline had some leadership skills… It’s all good though, the TSA has taught me a lot about what it takes to be successful in this business.
Go Team!
PS: I love your accent, I could listen you all day long!
9. July 2010 at 6:34 am
Why thank you sir! If your team is lacking leadership then you might have to take over.I appreciate your compliment.Where are you from?
9. July 2010 at 8:53 am
Beverly,
Until a few months ago I didn’t realize the great impact a team could have on you. Today we have daily accountability calls and share tips and strategies. They have become my best online friends. Yes, there truly is POWER in a team. Thanks for the great reminder!
9. July 2010 at 11:40 am
Congratulations that you are part of a wonderful team.That is so wonderful to be a part of.
9. July 2010 at 12:40 pm
Developing a team with the emphasis on team is essential to success. I now get more excited about the success of my team than any rewards for myself. Thanks for sharing that.
Michael
9. July 2010 at 8:00 pm
Really great post and video on teamwork. I agree that an effective leader recognizes the significance of working “with” his team.
10. July 2010 at 4:09 am
So true.An unselfish leader is the Best and I am blessed to have that and I hope my team sees me that way too.
9. July 2010 at 8:36 pm
Beverly,
Finding a good team and a good team leader is challenging, yet essential. Feel fortunate to be part of TSA. LOVE the Blue Angels, saw them once when I lived in Annapolis, pretty incredible.
Thanks so much,
Adam
14. July 2010 at 7:21 pm
Hello Beverly first timer here, I love your post here on team work and it is so true. If anyone has ever notice the letter I is not in team.
Once again Beverly great value keep it up and I’ll be back :>)
15. July 2010 at 3:32 am
Thanks for stopping by Robert.Teamwork will make the difference in your business.
19. July 2010 at 11:40 am
Hey Beverly great post and your absolutely right. It’s so much easier being surrounded by a like minded team! They pull you through the bad days and visa versa
31. July 2010 at 10:13 pm
The best teams, the best tribes, definitely occur when they share common values. However, unfortunately theres a lot of teams that dont have their values together in a way that they actively live them, and theres a lot of people that jump into teams and start duplicating behaviors and absorbing values that they wouldnt if they were thinking. Lead with our heart but follow with our head. We must pick our leaders wisely or we lead to situations I went through recently where ones who seem to be leaders actually are talkin out of both sides of their mouth and not walking the talk. It can be hard to find people worth believing in today – but once we DO find them – we gotta stick by em like glue, people that understand that life is a team sport are more precious than gold!
Kimberly
1. August 2010 at 5:23 am
I agree with you Kimberly.Duplicating the wrong values is not a good thing. Choose your teams wisely. They can help you meet your goals.
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