Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni identifies common issues that hinder team effectiveness. These are: absence of trust (members hesitate to be vulnerable or admit mistakes), fear of conflict (avoiding open, productive debate), lack of commitment (unclear or unmet goals due to insufficient buy-in), avoidance of accountability (reluctance to hold peers responsible), and inattention to results (prioritizing individual goals over team success). Addressing these dysfunctions involves building trust, encouraging healthy debate, clarifying goals, fostering accountability, and focusing on collective results, ultimately creating a more cohesive and high-performing team.