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How to Be a More Effective Team Member

How to Be a More Effective Team Member

Total video time: 45m
Award-winning instructor: Yadira Caro
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Beginner No prior experience needed
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What you’ll learn

Be a valuable team member
Effectively assess your skills
Create meaningful virtual relationships
Increase your listening skills
Confidently present ideas
Become a better conversationalist
Improve your writing skills
Manage your time
Attend productive meetings
Creatively collaborate
Improve your emotional management
Tackle tough conversations
Gain professional negotiation tactics

Skills you’ll gain

Collaboration Emotional intelligence Networking

Your hard skills may have gotten you the job, but your non-technical skills (soft skills) will drive your success. In this course, taught by former journalist and host of the podcast “Hardcore Soft Skills” Yadi Caro, you’ll receive a comprehensive understanding of the skills needed to succeed on a team. Each section covers specific tactics you can use and build upon. Yadi will first dive into the importance of self-awareness and networking. You’ll then learn various aspects of communication including how to become a better listener, speaker, presenter, and writer. You’ll learn how to achieve maximum productivity in a team setting. Yadi will cover conflict and explain how it can be productive. Upon completing this course you’ll understand how working with others provides you with the knowledge of your teammates, the intricacies of giving and receiving feedback, and how beneficial teamwork is to a successful career.

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    Importance of teamwork Although hard skills are important in the workforce, soft skills such as collaborating on a team are equally, if not more so, appealing to leaders. 1m
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    Assess your skills It is essential to be able to assess your technical and non-technical strengths to identify the value you bring to the team and the areas you will need help on. 2m
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    Know your team Knowing others will help you identify their own areas of expertise and determine how you complement each other to build a stronger team while building camaraderie. 3m
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    Connect virtually If you are a remote worker, creating connections with your team members is quite challenging. 3m
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    Listen effectively Research shows strong listening skills will help build trust in a team and improve performance. 3m
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    Present with confidence As a team member, your job satisfaction will increase if you contribute value by being able to share your ideas. 2m
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    Communicate one-on-one Individual communications are key to succeeding in a team and building better relationships. 2m
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    Write effectively In a world driven by online media, organizing your ideas in writing is crucial for clear understanding and effective communication. 2m
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    Manage your time Learning how to manage your time will help prevent burnout and ensure your work does not impact others negatively. 2m
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    Manage meetings A lot of your time is spent in meetings so learning the elements of a good meeting can help build trust and create inclusion. 2m
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    Collaborate creatively Knowing the techniques to foster creativity will have a significant impact on the team’s ability to solve problems while enjoying their work. 3m
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    Handling emotions Managing your emotions appropriately will impact your work performance and your ability to interact with others. 3m
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    Having difficult conversations This topic is essential to ensure our conflicts are productive and result in successful outcomes for all involved. 3m
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    Negotiate like a pro We negotiate every day so knowing the right methodology of a good negotiator can help create value for yourself and the team. 3m
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    Mistakes to avoid Recognizing common pitfalls and avoiding them will ensure your team sees your valuable efforts. 3m
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    Make your team great Your technical skills and expertise may get you in the door of any good team but being an effective team member requires other skills outside of your technical expertise. 1m

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded upon successful completion of the course.

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Instructor

Yadira Caro

Yadi Harvard-educated Organizational Psychology practitioner coaching teams to collaborate and deliver effective results.

Team Coach and Consultant Yadira Caro

Yadira Caro

Team Coach and Consultant

Accreditations

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How GoSkills helped Chris

I got the promotion largely because of the skills I could develop, thanks to the GoSkills courses I took. I set aside at least 30 minutes daily to invest in myself and my professional growth. Seeing how much this has helped me become a more efficient employee is a big motivation.

Chris Sanchez GoSkills learner
Chris Sanchez, GoSkills learner