Teamwork is about getting things done. It’s about making progress on the things that matter most. Results give focus, energy, and meaning to all the work that happens day-to-day. That’s why great teams align around shared results — and make them visible, measurable, and worth celebrating.

This is the final blog in my series exploring how to build a brilliant team — inspired by Patrick Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team model.

Accountability is how trust and commitment come to life in action. It’s about making sure what we said would happen, actually happens. It is a sign of mutual respect. It’s about showing up for each other.

This is the fourth blog in my series exploring how to build a brilliant team — inspired by Patrick Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team model.

Commitment in teams isn’t about getting everyone to agree - it’s about shared clarity and confidence in the way forward. Real commitment in teams doesn’t come from keeping everyone happy. It comes from clarity.

Without clarity, teams drift. Without commitment, teams stall.

This is the third blog in my series exploring how to build a brilliant team — inspired by Patrick Leconi’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team model.

When people hear the word conflict, most of us flinch. We think of drama. Arguments. Division. But healthy conflict makes ideas stronger, decisions better, and teams more committed to what happens next.

This is the second article in my series exploring how to build a brilliant team — inspired by Patrick Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team model.

In this series, I’m exploring what makes teams succesful — and how to apply the ideas to your team to make it happy, motivated, and productive. First up - Trust.

I’m exploring Patrick Lencioni’s The Five Dysfunctions of a Team model not to dwell on dysfunction.

Starting a business is exciting, intense, and full of unknowns. But one of the biggest challenges and opportunities you'll face as a founder is building your team. Who you hire, how you lead, and the culture you create will make or break your business.

Here are Tips for Founders and Entrepreneurs.

Hybrid and Remote working is here to stay, despite the fact that some businesses are enforcing a return to the office.

How can leaders build a culture of trust, collaboration, and psychological safety in teams when we can’t be physically close?

What can a Greek philosopher possibly have to help today's business leaders and founders? Just a few things in fact: Curiosity, bravery, the willingness to grasp change and pick yourself up when things go wrong or when you feel stuck.

Here we explore what Socrates can teach us about luck versus bravery, creating our own opportunities and being a brave leader.

Trust is the glue that holds businesses together. When trust is high, people feel safe to take risks, express themselves freely, and innovate. In fast-paced, high-growth businesses, trust keeps teams focused and cohesive through rapid change and uncertainty.

We explore why trust matters and how to build and maintain it as you grow.

What will be the most important leadership trends and priorities in 2025?

As 2025 gathers pace, global economic uncertainty, rapid advancements in AI, and evolving workforce expectations are transforming leadership. The challenge? Harnessing these opportunities while staying human-focused.