by Lance Loya | Feb 1, 2022
Of the many admirable qualities of good teammates, how they handle criticism is among their most impressive. Good teammates have an incredible ability to resist being dismissive or defensive. Being dismissive means interpreting the criticism as unworthy of your...
by Lance Loya | Jan 25, 2022
After several missed opportunities and unfortunate postponements, I was finally able to see Hamilton on Broadway. I had been wanting to see the New York City production for quite some time and can now say with confidence that it was worth waiting for. Hamilton lived...
by Lance Loya | Jan 18, 2022
No successful team leader has ever wished for the members of their team to just be content with where they are. Successful team leaders despise complacency. They want team members who are driven to level up. Although it may seem contrary to popular belief, pursuing...
by Lance Loya | Jan 11, 2022
If you’re a regular Teammate Tuesday reader, you’re likely aware of my fondness for barbeque. I’ve written about the “good teammate” lessons gained from my barbeque adventures in previous blogs. Last week, I was at a convention in Kansas City—a place many consider to...
by Lance Loya | Jan 4, 2022
At some point in every team leader’s life they will be approached by a seemingly ambitious member of the team and asked: What can I do to get _________? For sports coaches, the blank is usually filled in with “more playing time.” For teachers, it’s usually “a better...