137: 5 Traits of High Performing Teams

“A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.” Albert Einstein In a study published in the New York Times, Google studied 180 teams, conduct 200-plus interviews, and analyze over 250 different team attributes. They found these 5 attributes to be in common in high-performing teams. In today's episode, we focus on #5. 1. Dependability. - Team members get things done on time and meet expectations. 2. Structure and clarity. - High-performing teams have clear goals, and have well-defined roles within the group. 3. Meaning. - The work has personal significance to each member. 4. Impact. - The group believes their work is purposeful and positively impacts the greater good. 5. Psychological Safety. - the belief that you won’t be punished when you make a mistake. My High Performance Power Phrase: I see failure and mistakes as an opportunity to learn and grow.  I help others around me be their true self and feel comfortable going for it!