We knew that the ability to work as a team was essential for the people who work with us and, of course, for ourselves. However, the pandemic highlighted that leadership and cooperation are essential for the projects we have in hand to go ahead with guarantees. But unfortunately, in teamwork, all that glitters is not gold.
Differences in character tend to surface early and that’s when the conflict begins. Being able to listen, understand and empathize with others is essential so that difficulties – which will arise because they are inevitable – remain in the background. If we manage to overcome them, most likely we will end up discovering that together we are better. And you, are you good at working as a team or do you need to improve? Take this test and find out.
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1. “From now on you will work as a team,” says your boss. How about?
A) Total laziness is what you feel when thinking about working with these people.
B) Ufff, what a mess. I don’t really want to work with them, but it will take an effort.
C) I like the idea. Although it is clear that not everyone will be comfortable at first, I believe that together we will learn a lot.
2. You have just seen who will be part of your new work team. What do their names suggest to you?
A) That my abilities and skills are above those of others.
B) There are many people with whom I’m sure I won’t fit in, but… we’ll try.
C) I am happy with the challenge. This is a good opportunity to learn!
3. You are discussing a relevant project issue and most people do not share your criteria. What are you doing?
A) Here I am because I have arrived . I’m going to impose it, whatever it costs me.
B) This will provoke a discussion of those that make history, but… I’m not going to give up easily.
C) I do not agree with the final decision. I will try to show off my assertiveness and convince them. If I don’t get it, next time I’ll make an effort to display my argument better.
4. When it comes to managing projects and appointments…
A) I trust my memory a lot. The truth is that I don’t usually plan much. Not at work either. In total, nothing happens for being late sometimes.
B) I don’t always get to everything, it’s something I have assumed. In my diary I only write down the important things.
C) Organization is my forte. There is nothing important or superficial that is not duly noted in my calendars. Because I have a few!
5. If a problem arises…
A) Like the ostrich, I am super skilled at hiding my head under my wing. I don’t know how I do it, but I always manage to avoid difficulties.
B) I try to solve it, as long as it is my responsibility.
C) The problems of my company and my team are everyone’s problems. I always go to one with the others to solve it as soon as possible.
6. It’s an important day: today it’s time to present the project we’ve all been working on for months, but suddenly your head hurts a bit
A) Oops, I’m staying at home. The others will take care of making the presentation. I am one of those who think that there is no one essential. Not even me!
B) I call right away so someone else can take care of it for me. I think you can do it if I give you all the guidance. I’m sure you don’t mind intervening a bit more.
C) Hello, Paracetamol! I go to the appointment to help the team. If I don’t feel well in a while, I’ll ask for help.
7. To finish with an important phase of the work it will be necessary to balance your always disparate agendas. What will you do?
A) No way! I have many more important things to do than the rest. I’m not going to make any changes.
B) I am going to ask the group to try to adapt to my schedule. My professional and personal schedule is much tighter than yours.
C) I’m sure we all have important things to do. I will do my best so that we can adapt.
8. One of the team members has serious difficulties to focus his part. What is your attitude?
A) He’ll get by! Work is hard for all of us. I have also had difficulties and no one has helped me.
B) It is possible that you find it somewhat more complicated than others. I would recommend that you ask our immediate manager for help.
C) It can happen to all of us at some point. I try to help him so that everything goes ahead. After all, we are a team.
ANSWERS
Most of the answers A: Your answers reveal that with this attitude you are light years away from what teamwork means. Changing the chip and starting to train your skills to develop projects with others will be vital for all those who want to continue growing, personally and professionally. Don’t be discouraged: you can do it!
Most answers B: Teamwork is your pending subject. You have skills and you may have already realized how important it is to support each other with colleagues. Surely with a little more effort you can make working with others such a good opportunity for your colleagues, but also for yourself. Cheer up!
Most Responses C: You’re cool! You are fully aware of the importance of work in a team in these times. Keep training this skill, because your teammates will appreciate it, but you will be growing big. And with this you can work where and with whom you want!
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