I would therefore sometimes have to explain to the other workers what Carlos had said to me. They understood some English words, but not everything. Therefore, if I did not know the Spanish word for something, I would have to use gestures to communicate the information. I would have to say that I learned the valuable art of patience from working these first two summers as a construction worker. Being a member of a team of workers who speak a different language requires the patience to communicate effectively with whatever means necessary.
Patience is a very important quality for effective team members to practice.