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Jay Wright said, "We have a saying that everyone’s role is different, but everyone’s status is the same. It’s a reminder that no matter how bright the spotlight gets, we are all part of something much larger than ourselves." Great teams emphasize the team. They know that the strength of the team is everyone. • It means creating a culture of trust. • It means creating a culture of respect. • It means creating a culture of collaboration. The 7 Characteristics that Great Teams Possess: 1. Great teams commit to each other - People are dedicated to the team's goals and vision. They don't just talk about what they are going to do, they work hard and will themselves together as a team. It means sacrifice and putting ego aside. 2. Great teams have trust - They feel confident in each other's abilities and intentions. They are reliable and consistent in their approach while being transparent. They've created an environment for taking risks together. 3. Great teams are adaptable - There will always be challenges and great teams know how to adjust when new obstacles arise. They have a resilient and solution-oriented mindset to each challenge that comes their way. They demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and perseverance every day. 4. Great teams have strong leadership - Great teams have multiple leaders at all levels. These leaders guide, inspire, and support the team through each day. They set the standard of how you perform and set a clear direction, fostering a positive team culture. 5. Great teams hold each other accountable - There is always a sense of ownership, responsibility, and candor. Great teams set the standard of how you perform and hold you to that standard. Everyone embraces it and rises to that standard of performance. 6. Great teams care about each other - There's a sense of camaraderie and care for everyone. Caring isn't just words, it's a core part of the culture where people want you to succeed, want you to develop, and fight for your future. This strengthens team bonds and collaboration. 7. Great teams have a shared vision - There is never a question in what your goals and what is your WHY. Everyone is aligned with the team's objectives and purpose. This helps your move in the same direction because it drives unified efforts towards common goals. Great teams don't just look to meet expectations, they want to exceed them consistently. - - - Follow @coachajkings for more posts like this!

John Wooden said, “You can’t let praise or criticism get to you. It’s a weakness to get caught up in either one.” Criticism and praise influence your self-talk, beliefs, and actions. They're distractions if you let them be. So how do you deal with criticism and praise? 1. Stay Grounded With Humility Embrace humility and stay grounded. You're never as good as your best performance and never as bad as your worst performance. Recognize that your worth is not defined by others' opinions. 2. Stay True To Yourself Set your standard for performance and live to that standard. Be true to yourself and your values. Use praise as motivation and criticism as opportunities for growth, while not losing sight of your purpose and goals. 3. Remember Your "Why" Let your deeper motivations guide your actions and decisions. Praise and criticism don't define you as a person. When you know what you stand for then everything else becomes a distraction and noise. 4. Eliminate Distractions Stay focused on what matters and who matters in your life. Everyone will always give you an opinion, but that doesn't mean it aligns with your goals. Create a supportive environment for your growth by managing the people and content you consume. 5. Use A Growth-Mindset View all feedback as a chance to learn and improve. If it's praise, build on it. If it's criticism then address it constructively and see how you can improve. When you have an open mind then you realize that growth never stops. 6. Take Time To Reflect Take time to reflect on the feedback received. Evaluate its relevance and think about the intent behind the feedback. Make sure that you reflect and take action based on how it aligns with your standards and aspirations. 7. Do It For Yourself, Not The Praise External validation will always come and go. Avoid seeking it as your main source of confidence. Confidence starts from within so rely on your own sense of accomplishment and growth for self-assurance. "A creative life cannot be sustained by approval any more than it can be destroyed by criticism." - Will Self - - - Follow @coachajkings for more content like this!