High-performing teams don’t just happen by chance—they’re built on trust, clarity, and accountability. Patrick Lencioni’s model, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, breaks down the key areas where teams often struggle: absence of trust, fear of conflict, lack of commitment, avoidance of accountability, and inattention to results. Understanding these helps leaders recognise what gets in the way of team success and how to create the conditions for teams to truly thrive.
As a leader, creating a high-performing team isn’t about being perfect—it’s about fostering an environment where people feel safe to speak up, challenge each other, and commit to shared goals. When teams trust one another and hold each other accountable, they move faster, solve problems more creatively, and deliver stronger outcomes. It’s a powerful shift from just ‘working together’ to actually performing together—and that’s when leadership really comes to life.
