Six Barriers to Effective Teams

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  • Focus on Individual Agendas Over Team Outcomes

    Barrier #6: Focus on Individual Agendas Over Team Outcomes

    When personal ambitions take precedence, the team’s shared objectives are neglected, undermining group achievements and long-term success.

  • Barrier #5: Lack of Mutual Accountability

    Barrier #5: Lack of Mutual Accountability

    In a team that avoids uncomfortable conversations, performance issues go unaddressed, eroding both individual and collective responsibility.

  • Barrier #4: Unclear Direction and Weak Commitment

    Barrier #4: Unclear Direction and Weak Commitment

    Without a unified vision or strong agreement, decisions become tentative, leading to second-guessing and hesitation when it’s time to act.

  • Barrier #3: Resistance to Change and Adaptability

    Barrier #3: Resistance to Change and Adaptability

    When teams cling to familiar practices and resist new approaches, they limit their ability to evolve and meet the challenges of an ever-changing environment. Flexibility and openness to change are essential for sustained success.

  • Barrier #2: Avoidance of Constructive Disagreements

    Teams that avoid disagreements in favor of surface-level peace miss out on the dynamic conversations that spark innovation and solve tough challenges.

  • Barrier #1: Fragile Foundations of Trust

    Barrier #1: Fragile Foundations of Trust

    When team members guard their vulnerabilities, they build walls instead of bridges, limiting the authentic relationships needed for teamwork to thrive.

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