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Episode Synopsis
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:04 Building High-Performing Teams
05:26 Investing in Team Building: Building a System
08:36 Vetting a Company's Culture: It's All About the People
12:34 Addressing Underperforming Team Members
19:38 Restoring Team Morale Following a Layoff
23:01 Unifying a Team Around a Vision
25:22 The Power of Self-Improvement in Leadership
33:06 The Importance of Going to Work on Yourself
In the 30th episode of Cupalo Conversations, host Lauren Hannon sits down with Brian Johnson, an IT leader with decades of experience, to explore an unconventional approach to building high-performing teams—slowly and deliberately. Oh, and without an ego. Brian shares invaluable insights on team building and leadership, emphasizing the critical importance of getting to know team members and fostering trust.
Throughout the discussion, Brian reveals that building a high-performing team requires more than just focusing on immediate tasks. It's about understanding individual roles, maintaining clear communication, and genuinely appreciating each team member's contributions. He highlights how leaders often overlook team dynamics in favor of urgent projects, leading to suboptimal performance.
Brian advocates for creating dedicated time and space to work on team dynamics and problem-solving, even within challenging corporate cultures. He also addresses the difficulties of team building in a poor culture and underscores the significance of finding a company with a supportive and positive environment.
Moreover, Brian shares his thoughtful process for evaluating a company's systems and culture when considering new opportunities, offering listeners practical advice on navigating their career paths.
Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on leadership and team development from an expert who believes in the power of patience and understanding in creating high-performing teams.
Connect with Lauren Hannon
Sign up for "Cupalo Newsletter" (Lauren's email newsletter): https://cupalo.substack.com/
Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: / hannonlauren
Check out Cupalo's website: https://cupalo.io/
02:04 Building High-Performing Teams
05:26 Investing in Team Building: Building a System
08:36 Vetting a Company's Culture: It's All About the People
12:34 Addressing Underperforming Team Members
19:38 Restoring Team Morale Following a Layoff
23:01 Unifying a Team Around a Vision
25:22 The Power of Self-Improvement in Leadership
33:06 The Importance of Going to Work on Yourself
In the 30th episode of Cupalo Conversations, host Lauren Hannon sits down with Brian Johnson, an IT leader with decades of experience, to explore an unconventional approach to building high-performing teams—slowly and deliberately. Oh, and without an ego. Brian shares invaluable insights on team building and leadership, emphasizing the critical importance of getting to know team members and fostering trust.
Throughout the discussion, Brian reveals that building a high-performing team requires more than just focusing on immediate tasks. It's about understanding individual roles, maintaining clear communication, and genuinely appreciating each team member's contributions. He highlights how leaders often overlook team dynamics in favor of urgent projects, leading to suboptimal performance.
Brian advocates for creating dedicated time and space to work on team dynamics and problem-solving, even within challenging corporate cultures. He also addresses the difficulties of team building in a poor culture and underscores the significance of finding a company with a supportive and positive environment.
Moreover, Brian shares his thoughtful process for evaluating a company's systems and culture when considering new opportunities, offering listeners practical advice on navigating their career paths.
Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on leadership and team development from an expert who believes in the power of patience and understanding in creating high-performing teams.
Connect with Lauren Hannon
Sign up for "Cupalo Newsletter" (Lauren's email newsletter): https://cupalo.substack.com/
Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: / hannonlauren
Check out Cupalo's website: https://cupalo.io/
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