{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"From Dysfunctional to High Performance: Lessons in Teamwork, with Nick Fewings","description":"What makes a truly high-performing team, and why do so many fail to reach that level?  In this episode of The Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Warren Munson sits down with Nick Fewings, founder of Ngagement Works and author of Team Lead Succeed. Known as a \u201cTeamologist,\u201d Nick shares insights from over three decades of experience helping leaders and teams reach their potential.  From his early leadership struggles at Barclays to coaching global organisations, Nick explores the psychology of teamwork, covering trust, purpose, accountability and the fine balance between empathy and strategy.  He also reveals why only 10% of teams are truly high-performing and how leaders can cultivate consistency, communication and psychological safety within their organisations. Packed with practical advice and relatable stories, this episode is a masterclass in leading people, fostering collaboration and creating teams that thrive together.  If you enjoy the conversation, please subscribe, share and leave a review! It really helps more people discover the show. &amp;nbsp; This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers\u2026  + How failure led Nick to study team dynamics + Why most teams are only \u201caverage\u201d performers + The difference between leadership and management + Building psychological safety and trust + Balancing empathy with strategic leadership + Aligning personal and organisational purpose + Handling misaligned team members + Encouraging open, candid communication + Embedding accountability across a team  Chapters \/ Timestamps  00:00 \u2013 Intro 01:00 \u2013 How failure sparked a passion for teamwork 04:45 \u2013 What makes a team dysfunctional? 06:50 \u2013 Leadership vs. Management 09:10 \u2013 Building trust and psychological safety 13:50 \u2013 Managing stress and self-awareness as leaders 15:40 \u2013 The art of strategic empathy 17:15 \u2013 Purpose, alignment and shared values 22:30 \u2013 Communication, honesty and feedback 32:10 \u2013 Accountability within teams 39:00 \u2013 The myth of KPIs 43:20 \u2013 Advice to your younger leadership self 46:00 \u2013 Outro and Reflections &amp;nbsp; If you enjoy the conversation, please subscribe, share and leave a review! It really helps more people discover the show. ","author_name":"Evolve to Succeed","author_url":"http:\/\/evolvetosucceed.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38856975\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/194936830"}