Employers, regardless of industry, need workers who can work as part of a team. During interviews, the hiring manager will determine whether you can work effectively and collaboratively with others, and they are interested in learning what role you like to play in a team. Each team typically needs only one leader, along with followers/team members who have specific roles in the team.

Respond by referencing a specific example from your past to show you work well in a team environment to achieve results. If you don't have much work history, use an example from school, a club, or a volunteer experience. Don't trash teamwork or collaboration. If you don't enjoy working in a team environment, perhaps you are interviewing for the wrong job.