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Why the Five Dysfunctions of a Team fail and what works better
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Why the Five Dysfunctions of a Team fail and what works better

By Andi Roberts|2025-10-06T15:25:08+01:00October 6, 2025|Categories: Leadership|Tags: communication, team-tools|

Patrick Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team is one of the most popular leadership models today. Its simplicity and storytelling make it appealing, yet it misses how real teams grow. This article explores why the model falls short and introduces a more human, sustainable alternative: the Living Cycle of Team Effectiveness, built around Safety, Dialogue, Clarity, Accountability, and Learning to create lasting team performance.

How can I create real clarity in my team? (Clarity Canvas)

By Andi Roberts|2025-10-11T16:05:47+01:00October 4, 2025|Categories: Leadership questions|Tags: communication, team-tools|

Most teams don’t fail for lack of effort but for lack of clarity. The Clarity Canvas helps you move from vague expectations to shared commitments, turning accountability into partnership. Learn how to create clarity without control and build a team that knows what “good” looks like.

How can I set boundaries with my team that create clarity and improve performance?

By Andi Roberts|2025-10-06T19:39:47+01:00October 1, 2025|Categories: Leadership questions|Tags: communication, team-tools, teamwork|

Setting boundaries is not about control but clarity. Learn how to use boundary mapping to create shared agreements that build trust and improve performance.