A team environment is one in which brainstorming, collaboration and joint projects are the norms. This type of dynamic can be beneficial and rewarding if everyone communicates well and pulls their weight. Working effectively in a team environment requires tact, patience, and a willingness to work in concert with your colleagues.
When you work independently, you typically set your schedule, tackle projects in a manner that suits your preferences, and are solely responsible for outcomes. In a team environment, ideas are shared, workloads divided, and group consensus is required to act effectively when determining project scope and direction. Understanding and committing to this group dynamic puts you in the right frame of mind for a teamwork environment.
