Teamwork

At Level 1, teamwork is about showing up, being dependable, and beginning to understand how your role contributes to shared goals. You're learning how to work within a group, how to communicate respectfully, and how to balance individual ownership with team needs. You're not expected to lead collaboration yet—but you are expected to be a thoughtful, respectful participant who listens, follows through, and is open to learning from others.

Key Behaviors

  • Attends team meetings and check-ins consistently
  • Completes assigned work and communicates progress
  • Asks questions when unsure about expectations
  • Listens to others' ideas and feedback
  • Responds constructively to code reviews or suggestions

Common Struggles

  • May struggle to balance personal goals with team priorities
  • Avoids collaboration due to lack of confidence
  • Hesitates to ask for help or admit blockers
  • May unintentionally step on others' work by working in silos

Success Indicators

You know you're successful when you:

  • Follow through on your responsibilities
  • Participate respectfully and consistently in team interactions
  • Are open to feedback and seek clarity when needed
  • Help create a safe, inclusive environment by being reliable and respectful

Mindset Shift

From:

"I do my work."

To:

"We succeed when we work well together."

Questions to Ask Yourself

  • Who else is affected by what I'm doing?
  • How can I make others' work easier?
  • Am I easy to collaborate with?

Build These Habits

  • 1
    Volunteer for small shared tasks or team responsibilities
  • 2
    Proactively communicate status, delays, or needs
  • 3
    Practice gratitude and acknowledgment of others' contributions

Seek Feedback

  • "Was there anything I could have done to support the team better?"
  • "Did I make things easier or harder for anyone?"
  • "How do you prefer to work together?"

Signals You're Ready to Level Up

  • You ask how you can help others
  • You communicate your work in ways that support team planning
  • Others comment that you're helpful, easy to work with, or reliable

Focus Summary

  • Show up
  • Stay curious
  • Grow together

At Level 1, teamwork isn't about being perfect—it's about being present, respectful, and willing to learn how to collaborate.