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The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable

Book by Patrick Lencioni · 4 quotes · Team, Teamwork, Building A Team

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The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable Quotes

“Great teams do not hold back with one another. They are unafraid to air their dirty laundry. They admit their mistakes, their weaknesses, and their concerns without fear of reprisal.”

“Remember teamwork begins by building trust. And the only way to do that is to overcome our need for invulnerability.”

“Trust is the foundation of real teamwork. And so the first dysfunction is a failure on the part of team members to understand and open up to one another. And if that sounds touchy-feely, let me explain, because there is nothing soft about it. It is an absolutely critical part of building a team. In fact, it’s probably the most critical.”