A team is a small number of people that share common goals and responsibilities for achieving them. Cohesive teams can accomplish much more together than the individual members could alone. Great team leaders understand their team members’ needs, inspire collaboration, and generate enthusiasm towards common goals. The first step toward reducing politics and confusion within your team is to understand that there are five dysfunctions to contend with, and address each that applies, one by one. Trust: The fear of being vulnerable prevents teams from building trust. Conflict: The desire to preserve artificial harmony stifles productive conflict. Commitment: The lack of clarity or buy-in prevents teams from following through. Accountability: The need to avoid discomfort prevents teams from giving honest feedback. Results: The pursuit of individual goals erodes the focus on collective success.

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