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About Lance

Teamwork doesn’t happen without good teammates! Lance Loya helps driven leaders improve teamwork and collaboration by getting their teams to understand the art of being a good teammate.

He is the founder and CEO of The Good Teammate Factory and the creator of National Be a Good Teammate Day (July 22nd). As a leading authority on team micro-dynamics, he specializes in getting individuals to shift into the We Gear and change their focus from me to we. Other experts concentrate on improving teamwork, but Lance concentrates on improving the mindset of the individual teammate. Lance’s method works!

A college basketball coach turned best-selling author, blogger, podcaster, and keynote speaker, he is known for his enthusiastic personality and his passion for transforming teambusters into teammates.

Lance has authored ten books on the subject of being a good teammate. His books, keynotes, and seminars have inspired readers and audiences around the globe.

Past Audiences

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Good teammates make being part of the team worthwhile! That’s why on July 22, National Be a Good Teammate Day recognizes the sacrifices, kindness, and generosity of these selfless individuals. LEARN MORE

Are you a good teammate? Your team’s potential for achieving success is ultimately dependent upon your answer to this question. Take this FREE quiz to assess what kind of teammate you are. The results can be more revealing than you realize!

The “work” within the work is teamwork! Check out Lance Loya’s WORK WITHIN THE WORK® program, a 45-minute assembly-style presentation to prepare high school and middle school students for the challenges of the workforce. LEARN MORE

Learn From A Course

Learn how to develop a team-first mindset. This interactive online course is designed to help teams gain greater insight into the art of being a good teammate. It is an ideal way to improve teamwork, reduce selfishness, and draw team members closer to together.

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The Good Teammate Podcast

SEASON 8 NOW AVAILABLE!
Prefer to listen instead of read? Explore the art of being a good teammate in these audio selections from Lance Loya’s popular Teammate Tuesday blog. You can also download past episodes and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

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Read the Latest Blogs

Devil’s Advocate Teammates

Oct 28, 2025

Happy Halloween week! One of my favorite Halloween memories is the year one of my daughters dressed up as an angel and the other dressed up as a...

The 7 Gifts of a Good Teammate

Oct 14, 2025

The English word "gift" comes from the Proto-Germanic word geftiz, which means "that which is given." Etymologists, experts who study the evolution...