The High Five! Episode 27 - Leadership’s legacy problem—and how to solve it
This episode explores the staggering statistics behind leadership mediocrity and discusses why so many managers fall short. We dive into actionable ways to align team goals, share a real story about the power of Teamangle Conversation Cards, and preview our upcoming free Teamangle webinar on December 12. Plus, we sprinkle some lighthearted banter about gym zombies and Brett’s Spotify Wrapped.
The Review
We discuss Greg's post, Leadership’s legacy problem—and how to solve it, and unpack why 82% of managers struggle with leadership and discuss ways to address the legacy of poor leadership. From aligning team goals to creating accountability frameworks, we highlight how leaders can improve. Plus, we share a real-life example of how Teamangle Conversation Cards helped a team overcome misalignment and foster productive conversations.
We also published two Teamangle articles this week:
- How to align goals for team success
- The power of shared goals: how one team unified around a common purpose
The Ask
If you’ve enjoyed the podcast, join us for our free Teamangle webinar on December 12 at noon ET. Here’s how you can help:
- Register now to gain practical strategies for better communication, collaboration, and culture.
- Share with a friend or colleague who could benefit from building stronger teams in 2025.
Let’s make 2025 your team’s best year yet!
The Hit List
Brett’s Picks:
- Listening: My embarrassing Spotify Wrapped.
- Reading: Pantone’s color of the year 2025
Greg’s Picks:
- Listening: David Bowie’s 1. Outside.
- Watching: The Penguin
- Reading: The General Intelligence Tsunami, Arena Magazine
The High Five
This week’s high-five goes to our growing audience! Thanks to all who are signing up for the webinar, joining our email list, and connecting with us on LinkedIn. Your support keeps us inspired and excited to bring you even more great content!