EPISODE 14 (50) TEAM PLAYER - why being a team player at work makes perfect sense

Andrew lists some major successful companies and explains that they all rely on having great teams in common.

Most good employers see teamwork or collaboration as essential for their success. So you must take cooperation seriously if you want to succeed at work.

No matter how brilliant you are, creative or talented, aim to make a great start by becoming a good team player.

Andrew then shares a little-known secret about helping each other in a team. This releases a chemical called oxytocin in the brain, which creates a sense of well-being and positive emotions.

The other not-so-secret fact Andrew mentions is the prediction that you will rely heavily on relationships to get things done at work.

Even if you are a specialist with great expertise, you will still need good relationships at work to get things done or your work used. 

Andrew ends with the usual three practical actions you can take right away. These include:

Encourage colleagues to ask each other: "How can I help you?"
Invest as much energy into other people's ideas as your own
Help colleagues deal with challenging situations--it builds trust and connection.

All 50 Ways podcasts end with three actions you can take today to do better.

Can't wait for Series 2 to run its course? Then buy Andrew's new book, published on Amazon, and there's also an Audio version.

Further reading and videos: Andrew recommends some useful follow-through material which you can find for each episode at

www.myhappinessatwork.com/reading/categories/research-reading

and

www.myhappinessatwork.com/watch.

BOOK:
The 50 Ways to Succeed at Work book is a standalone companion to Andrew Leigh's weekly podcasts.
It's an essential resource for all job starters and those at work for a few years.
Dip in and out and take what seems helpful.

www.myhappinessatwork.com/book