Team in Name Only

• Unclear purpose, unclear agenda

• Individual egos, goals, and silos first

• Fear of debate, how others will react

• Meetings are a distraction from "real work"

• Avoid your peers

• Rely on leader to integrate, accountability

Real Team

• Focused and compelling purpose, meaningful agenda

• Team goals and overall results first

• Openly engage in debate, especially when opinions differ

• Team meetings represent vital work

• Seek your peers' input and assistance

• Members integrate themselves, peer-to-peer accountability

*Modified from Senior Leadership Teams