Best Teams

A complete model to create and manage high-performance teams within any organisation or industry Best Teams: Creating and maintaining high-performing teams presents a unique model to create high-performing teams. This model is centred around three deeply intertwined elements. Empowered people, where each team member has a strong work ethic, is given autonomy, has integrity and a growth mindset. Defined processes, which ensure that high-quality communication, goal setting, accountability, and recognition is consistently delivered throughout the organisation. Supportive cultures, which prioritise cultivating a culture of resilience, psychological safety, inclusion, and a One Team Ethos. Working on these attributes individually and collectively will help create high-performing teams within your organisation. After exploring the basics of the model and the underlying theory behind it, this book takes a deep dive into: Real-world examples of individuals and companies that have nailed each part of the model In-depth interviews with leaders from world-class organisations—including elite sports teams like Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™, global businesses, and pioneering startups Exercises and tools you can work on as an individual and collectively to develop tangible skills The real effects of high-performing teams: 21% more profitability, 17% higher productivity and a 41% decrease in absenteeism Best Teams: Creating and maintaining high-performing teams is a thought-provoking and highly practical guide to success for team leaders and members in organisations of all sizes seeking to bring their best to work and help their teams achieve optimal productivity, profitability, and wellbeing. If you're building a team that wants to do more than just perform—if you want to thrive—this book is for you.