At The Table with Patrick Lencioni

The first sign of trouble on the horizon for any organization is not as clean and measurable as you might think.  Pat and Cody make the case that leaders would be wise to pay keen attention to the joy in their organizations.  

Explore the negative consequences of 'agreeing to disagree' in decision-making and the importance of trust and open conversations. Learn about productive conversations, criteria for conflict discussions, and the significance of changing one's mind. Enjoy lighthearted moments with the speakers reading humorous comments on their books.

Can one bad apple really spoil the whole bunch?  Pat and the team discuss the impact of even one team member who doesn't fit. Consulting corner is back!  Pat answers listeners questions.

The team sits down to discuss four simple words that are not used enough on teams. Pat and Cody introduce a new segment intended to deconstruct common corporate speak and the damage caused by sayings that are used in companies every day. 

On this episode the team breaks down company culture. What do companies get right and why are so many organizations focused on perks? 

The impact of youth sports on the culture of teamwork. 

Forget a new year's resolution, you and your team need a rallying cry.  Jeff and Chris join the podcast to take a deep dive into one of the most practical and useful tools we use with our clients.  When everything is important, nothing is important.  Join the conversation and learn how to set a single, near-term priority for you and your team.  Resources mentioned in the Podcast The Meeting Advantage: https://bit.ly/2FsIqzI The Advantage Book: https://bit.ly/2s41ZeR  

Pat's wife Laura joins the podcast to discuss the power of vulnerability at work and at home.      

Exploring the importance of simplicity in organizational strategy, using examples from Southwest Airlines and software companies. Discussing strategic decision-making, market differentiation, and the significance of strategic anchors in business success.

The podcast explores the concept of dysfunction within teams and the importance of addressing it. They discuss the power of conflict and ideological discussions in fostering growth. The episode also highlights the significance of team commitments, decision-making, and peer accountability. They emphasize the value of qualitative conversations and assessments in identifying areas for improvement within a team.