For years, the standard in the construction industry was that it’s a technically skilled job, and communication, chemistry, and social skills don’t have an impact on performance. Bill James, a baseball stat pro, explains why that is not true and why team chemistry is important, regardless of what industry you are working in.
From World of Construction 360:
What bad teammates do is increase your fear and anxiety. You can probably recall people who increased your anxiety on purpose—ones who were mean and negative, who just never had anything nice to say. While it certainly is not healthy or helpful, these people feel better when they can make other people feel bad. If you have to work on a team with this type of person, it’s a real challenge because they want to see other people fail. But it’s important to not let their bad attitudes affect your work or happiness; I know that’s easier said than done, but work to find the people who build you up, remember to say “thank you” and return the favor.
