A team is something which must work together. All team members need to be able to freely express their opinions because the team should be a judgement free zone. If there are disagreements, the team must come to a consensus by discussions, explanations, and compromises. However, this can only be done if everyone in the team is an active member of the team. “Two is always better than one.” This saying can be applied in a team as well. If everyone provides input, and expresses their opinion, then the team is more likely to achieve the right answer or come to a better conclusion. Every person in the team will be able to provide something different to the team, and by combining all these things, the team can try their best to succeed.
Something that I believe that I contribute to my team members is my knowledge about the topic. Although I might not be the most knowledgeable in the team about a certain concept, I am able to provide what I know so that we can come to a conclusion about our discussion. I also believe questions are also something that I contribute to my team. Whenever I don’t understand something, I make sure to ask my team members, this allows them to explain and shows and understanding of their knowledge as well. Something else that I contributed to my team are my leadership skills. Although I am a shy person, I feel that I am a good communicator in my group and am a reliable person. This is some of the feedback that I have received from my team members as well. In my team, I always try to keep the group on topic and try to move us forward by asking questions so that we have some direction during our discussions. I make sure that everyone’s opinions are heard, and then we all come together to come to a conclusion, or we compromise as a group and decide on what step to take next.
I expect to use my teamwork skills in the future by applying my skills in teamwork settings, whether it be in a team for classes or for careers. Teamwork is a large part of a career. It is important to be able to work with other people and contribute to the team. I will use my teamwork skills to build better relationships with my team members and contribute to the team however I am able.
