In the book The Ideal Team Player, Patrick Lencioni focuses on the individual members of a team and showcases the three virtues that make some people one step ahead of others. The three virtues that embody this individual are humility, hunger, and smartness. Humble is the foundation of effective teamwork. This individual is not driven by recognition or ego; rather, they are willing to put the team before them. Hungry is how this person strives to be better and shows a strong, balanced work ethic. They are motivated to do more than what’s asked of them and take the initiative to reach the team’s goals. Lastly, being smart is about being emotionally intelligent. This person has a high awareness of what’s happening around them and in-tuned with their team’s emotions. In summary, these three virtues combined encompass what an ideal team player personifies and create a powerful force for innovation, collaboration, and achievement within any team.
