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The Olympics are almost upon us and the best part is we’re playing hosts. Everyone we've talked to is excited and expecting a spectacular Games this year. Whether it in sports or business, we all understand an appreciate the importance of being a team player. As an athlete, even if you’re participating in an individual event, you’re supported by a team of coaches, physicians, fans, and family all of whom are cheering you on and contributing to your success in one way or another. In business, Donald Trump says that even as an entrepreneur, he’s always known the importance of having the ability to be a team player. I have always known the importance of having the ability to be a team player, even though I am an entrepreneur. In a big sense, we’re all in this together, and thinking otherwise won’t give us the results we might be aiming for. More than ever, working together is integral to survival as well as to success. As I was thinking of this, I remembered a couple of good examples of team players. Most of us know of Tom Brokaw, the television journalist and author. He has received many awards and is highly esteemed within his industry as well as with the public. I remember when The Apprentice first premiered and it was doing very well it was the number one rated show that week and I had been invited to sit in George Steinbrenner’s box for a Yankees game. Tom was there with his lovely wife, and he tapped me on the shoulder and said, “Thanks, Donald, for what you've done for NBC. We really appreciate it.” What he said was a perfect example of team spirit. We were on the same network, and he cared about what I’d done for them. “Them” became “us,” and I understood where he was coming from immediately. He may be famous, but he knows his programs aren't just about him. My program isn't just about me, either. In fact, as you will discover as you gain wisdom over the years, most of the things you do will rarely be just about you. Tom cared about the network, and his team was being helped by the success of The Apprentice. His comment gave me great insight into his integrity as a person and maybe that’s why everyone at NBC, as well as the public, loves and respects him. It’s been a few years, but I can clearly recall the day Jeff Zucker came to my office to ask me if I’d host Saturday Night Live. One reason I wanted to say yes to Jeff was that Saturday Night Live was an NBC show and I was a part of their team.Team spirit was important, and I have to say it was a great choice. Everyone had a good time, and everyone won. My point is that keeping the team spirit alive and well in your personal and professional lives will give you some very good, even surprising, results. Plus, it’s a great feeling to take the high road. Never negate the power of the team, and you’ll be a team player of note as well as power. Success Resources: http://www.srpl.net/
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