The Teammate Tuesday Blog
Welcome to the Teammate Tuesday blog—Lance Loya’s collection of good teammate musings. These short, insightful pieces offer a unique glimpse into the art of being a good teammate. They are sure to improve teamwork and inspire you to become a better version of yourself.
The Miracle of Nice
Do you believe in miracles? On this date in history, legendary sportscaster Al Michaels posed that iconic question to viewers during the final moments of the 1980 United States Olympic hockey team’s upset of the Soviet Union. The story of the match...
Icarus Teammates
In Greek mythology, the story of Icarus is often used to warn of the perils of hubris (excessive confidence). Icarus was the adolescent son of Daedalus, a skilled artisan whom King Minos of Crete hired to build the Labyrinth that protected the...
10 Ways to Show Love to Your Teammates
Love is a complex entity. Its meaning varies depending on the nature of the relationship. You love your spouse different than you love your sibling or your child. You love your dentist different than you love your favorite television show. Just as...
Dismissive and Defensive
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...
Good Teammates Rise Up
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...
5 Rules for Pursuing Individual Goals While Still Being a Good Teammate
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...
The Burnt Ends Perspective
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...
Countering Shallow Ambition
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...
The Year in Review
The year 2021 has been a year like no other! We’ve been blessed to continue to build a loyal following on social media. Our “teammates” enjoy the inspirational thoughts we post each day, and we enjoy sharing the message. Many followers have found...
10 Reasons Why the Elf on the Shelf Is a Good Teammate
Do you have an Elf on the Shelf in your home? They bring joy to millions of families (teams!) every year. Here are ten reasons why the Elf on the Shelf is a good teammate: 1. They help us hold ourselves accountable. We think twice before we act...
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