

Team of high performers vs a high-performing team with David Hanrahan | Productivity Mastery #183
20 snips Jun 12, 2024
David Hanrahan, Chief People Officer at Flare, shares insights from over 20 years in HR, having shaped cultures at tech giants like Twitter and Electronic Arts. He distinguishes between a team of high performers and a high-performing team, emphasizing effective communication and collaboration. David discusses the pitfalls of excessive meetings and the need for impactful work strategies. He also explores employee engagement dynamics and offers creative techniques for fostering a motivating workplace culture. Tune in for practical tips on building high-performance teams!
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Universal Pictures Misalignment
- David Hanrahan learned a valuable lesson at Universal Pictures about misaligned performance management.
- Applying industrial performance models to a creative movie studio environment proved ineffective.
The Relationship Tripod
- Build strong relationships with colleagues based on trust, respect, and communication.
- These elements are crucial for effective teamwork and contribute significantly to overall performance.
Building Management Training
- At Twitter, David Hanrahan learned that effective management training doesn't have to be expensive.
- Creating training from scratch with CEO involvement, focusing on clear expectations, can be highly impactful.