Module: Self introduction at work

Introducing team members

Self-Introduction - New to the Team

Hi everyone,

My name is [Your Name], and I'm thrilled to be joining the team as a [Your Job Title]. I'll be focusing on [briefly mention 1-2 key responsibilities/projects].

Previously, I was at [Previous Company - optional] where I worked on [briefly mention relevant experience - 1 sentence]. I have a background in [Your Background/Degree] and I'm particularly interested in [mention a tech/area you enjoy].

I'm really excited to learn from all of you and contribute to [Team Goal/Project]. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, or just want to chat! I'm looking forward to working with you all.


Introducing Team Members - Template

Here's a template you can adapt to introduce your team members. Replace the bracketed information with the actual details. Consider tailoring the "Skills" section to be relevant to the current project.

[Team Member Name] - [Job Title]

![[Optional: Link to Profile Picture/Avatar]]([Optional: Link to Profile Picture/Avatar - if using a URL])

About Me:

[Write a short paragraph - 2-3 sentences - about the team member. Focus on personality and what they enjoy outside of work, or a fun fact. Example: "Sarah is our resident coffee connoisseur and loves hiking on the weekends. She's always up for a good challenge and brings a positive energy to the team."]

Responsibilities:

  • [List 2-3 key responsibilities]
  • [Example: Frontend Development]
  • [Example: Database Management]
  • [Example: Quality Assurance]

Skills:

  • [List 3-5 relevant technical skills]
  • [Example: JavaScript, React, HTML, CSS]
  • [Example: Python, SQL, Data Analysis]
  • [Example: Agile Methodologies, Jira, Confluence]

Contact:

  • [Email Address]
  • [Slack/Teams Handle - optional]

Example - Filled Out

David Lee - Senior Backend Engineer

David's Avatar

About Me:

David is a huge fan of board games and can often be found organizing game nights. He's a meticulous problem-solver and always willing to help others.

Responsibilities:

  • Designing and implementing RESTful APIs
  • Maintaining and scaling our core backend services
  • Ensuring data integrity and security

Skills:

  • Java
  • Spring Boot
  • PostgreSQL
  • Docker
  • AWS

Contact:


Tips for Team Introductions:

  • Keep it concise: People are busy.
  • Focus on relevance: Highlight skills and responsibilities important to the team.
  • Add a personal touch: A little personality makes introductions more engaging.
  • Use consistent formatting: Makes the introductions easier to read.
  • Consider a team photo (optional): Adds a visual element.