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“Many jobs are teamwork driven and rely on each team member to get the project completed,” says Carrie-Anne McGrath, partner and manager at talent acquisition firm WinterWyman. “It’s not enough to robotically say ‘I’m a team player.’ Focus the discussion on your work with teams and the important role you played. Give specific examples of a team-focused project – share some interesting details of the work and describe how it was completed successfully.”

Carrie-Anne McGrath, a partner and manager at talent acquisition firm WinterWyman, emphasizes the importance of teamwork in many jobs. She advises job seekers to highlight their experience working in teams and to provide specific examples of successful projects on which they played a vital role. By showcasing their team-focused skills and sharing interesting details about their work, candidates can demonstrate their ability to contribute effectively to collaborative efforts.