The Journal of medical practice management : MPM
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Many medical practice employees have become skeptical of the phrase be a team player and with good reason. Too often the phrase means simply to keep your mouth shut and to go along with what everyone else wants. However, being a team player has real meaning and value, and it doesn't mean that you must knuckle under to pressure. ⋯ It includes a description of the most pervasive, destructive, and selfish team roles that you will want to avoid. It offers a clear description of the difference between a group and a team. Finally, this article includes five fun and effective team-building exercises for you to use in your medical practice to boost morale, improve your effectiveness, and strengthen your medical practice team.