A message from Sandy. Peter Drucker, author and consultant says, “The leader who works most effectively, it seems to me, never say “I” and that’s not because they have trained themselves not to say “I.” They don’t think “I.” They think “we,” they think “team.” They understand their job to be to make the team function. They accept responsibility  and don’t sidestep it, but “we” gets the credit. This creates trust, which enables you to get the task done.”

The bottom line is that it is easy for any organization to say….”we value teamwork.” However, saying it verses committing to the principles to grow it can be two different things. Consistently working towards teamwork can generate trust, respect, unity and power within the team. Conversely, consistent violation of teamwork will destroy the bond.

The greatest accomplishments in life are not achieved by individuals alone, but by proactive people pulling together for a common good. Look behind every winner and you will find a great coach. Look at every superstar and you will see a positive role model. Look alongside every great achiever and you will find caring people offering encouragement, support, and able assistance.

Rising to this level of interdependent thinking can be challenging and difficult. Looking beyond oneself, asking for help or accepting help can feel risky. People are not given life to simply take from one another. We are here to give. Our mission should be to offer our gifts to benefit one another, to create mutual gain in the world. This is called teamwork, a win/win mindset stemming from a genuine commitment that allows it to happen. What can you do to improve your chances of pulling together?