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The Great Coaches: Leadership & Life

On High Functioning Teams

Aug 15, 2023
Hugh McCutcheon, Olympic gold-winning coach, discusses high functioning teams vs high performing teams. He highlights the importance of teamwork and collaboration, balancing individual achievement with team success. The significance of truth, compassion, effective communication, and fostering friendships in team dynamics is emphasized.
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  • High functioning teams prioritize teammate behavior and relationships for success, valuing actions and interactions over achievements.
  • Building trust within a team requires truthful communication with compassion and empathy, setting clear expectations and avoiding personal attacks in feedback.

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Difference between high functioning and high performing teams

High functioning teams focus on actions and interactions rather than primarily achievements. They leverage the synergy created by a group of people with similar goals. The key is to invest in teammate behavior and relationships, understanding that no one person is more important than the team's goal.

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