The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick M. Lencioni Summary
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Discover why "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" sold nearly three million copies worldwide. Lencioni's revolutionary framework has transformed Fortune 500 companies, sports teams, and even military units. What hidden team poison is silently sabotaging your success right now?
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When Talent Isn't Enough: The Hidden Dynamics That Make or Break Teams
Imagine a boardroom filled with brilliant minds - Harvard MBAs, technical wizards, seasoned executives - yet somehow this dream team consistently underperforms. Why? This paradox sits at the heart of "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team." Through the story of Kathryn Petersen, a CEO tasked with turning around struggling tech company DecisionTech, we discover that individual talent means nothing without the right team dynamics. The executives at DecisionTech look impressive on paper: Jeff, the former CEO now heading business development; Mikey, the brilliant but combative marketing expert; Martin, the analytically sharp but passive CFO; Carlos, the dedicated customer support head; and JR, the charismatic but self-serving sales leader. Yet together, they're dysfunctional. Rather than implementing sweeping organizational changes, Kathryn focuses on something more fundamental - how they function as a team. Because without addressing human dynamics, no strategic plan can succeed.
Trust and Conflict: The Foundation of Effective Teamwork
Commitment and Accountability: From Decision to Action
Results and the Pyramid Model: Achieving Collective Success
Beyond the Model: The Human Side of Teamwork
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"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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