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Would you treat every individual the same? Are you a great teamplayer if so, why?

Lady Pele · Answer

Every employee deserves courtesy and respect (until they prove they don't, in which case they are probably on their way out).  That said, I try to learn each team member well enough to know whether they work best with verbal or written instructions; whether they needed detailed expectations and follow-up or broad deliverables and minimal supervision.

When I had team members from other countries, I tried to learn enough about the culture to see if I needed to change my approach or be prepared for behaviors I wasn't used to (i.e., in some countries, it's unacceptable - even unforgivable - to identify that the boss made a mistake).

The golden rule doesn't always apply.  Rather than treating others how I want to be treated, I try to treat them as they want to be treated.

Cassie McGlynn · Answer

If you treat every individual the same, they lose their identity. I think in order to be a great team player, you need to understand how your team mates work and learn. Everyone learns differently; has different strengths. You need to be able to play off everyone's strengths and weaknesses to have a well rounded team.  I do treat everyone with respect, until they give me reason not to.  Hope this helps! Good question!

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