INTRODUCTION

The effective use of teams has long been one of the hottest topics in business. Many metaphors have been invoked, from jazz bands and orchestras to sports teams, for how organizations can employ teamwork for better results. You will find a variety of viewpoints in this collection about this crucial subject, from the pages of the award-winning publication Leader to Leader. You’ll hear from some of the country’s most prominent writers on the subject, including Patrick M. Lencioni and Jon R. Katzenbach.

The concept of teams is multi-faceted and complex. It is also inherently more difficult and nuanced than individual development. Rather than building the effectiveness of one person, it requires lifting and coordinating the capabilities ...

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