What it Really Means to be a Team Player

Bosses and managers often use the word team player as a form of praise. On the surface, this seems like a catch phrase used to describe employees who work well with others and tend to pass the ball instead of hogging it for themselves. But if you listen carefully, you’ll notice that this term means several other things as well and may sometimes serve as a kind or code for traits that aren’t necessarily positive.What are some characteristics and qualities of a real team player, both good and not so good?