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TL012: Weighing the Cost of Team Interventions
Apr 24, 2025
Chris Leonard, a team interventions expert and creator of a 40-day accelerator program, shares insights on enhancing team dynamics. He discusses the costs of team interventions, emphasizing the dangers of hero culture and the importance of collaboration. The conversation delves into leadership anxiety and imposter syndrome, particularly among startup founders. Leonard highlights effective communication strategies, the role of intervention in fostering growth, and how his program can help teams regain sustainable performance.
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- Leaders must carefully time their interventions in team discussions, as premature actions can disrupt flow and alienate members.
- Hero culture can hinder team empowerment, making it crucial for leaders to foster collaboration rather than dependence through open communication.
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The Cost of Intervention in Team Dynamics
Intervention in team discussions involves weighing the costs and benefits of redirecting conversations or halting proceedings. Leaders often face a dilemma in recognizing the right moment to intervene, especially when they perceive their team is going off-track or becoming unproductive. The act of intervening can disrupt the team's flow and potentially alienate certain members if not managed properly. Thus, it’s essential for leaders to wait for the right timing and approach interventions with care to avoid causing more harm than good.
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