In this very special milestone episode, I’m diving deep into what truly makes a high-performance team, using the inspiring journey of England’s Lionesses as a real-world example. Discover why effectiveness, not just efficiency, is the hallmark of great teams, and how cohesion, collaboration, and autonomy drive success.

We explore the power of distributed leadership, the importance of nurturing every team member’s unique strengths, and the role of joy, creativity, and well-being in building a winning culture. Drawing lessons from sports and business, you’ll learn practical strategies for empowering your team, fostering open communication, and adapting to change.

Whether you’re a leader, a team player, or simply passionate about growth, this episode is packed with insights to help you build and sustain your own high-performing team, on and off the field.

• What defines a high-performance team - and why every team looks different

• The difference between efficiency and effectiveness in team success

• Lessons from the England Lionesses’ historic Euros win

• The power of distributed leadership and shared responsibility

• How to nurture individual strengths and new talent within a team

• The importance of joy, creativity, and well-being for sustained performance

• Building trust, autonomy, and open communication

• Adapting to change and leveraging diverse skills

• Practical strategies for empowering every team member

• Leadership lessons from sports that apply to any organisation

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