What are some potential obstacles a company might face when trying to overcome these dysfunctions and how can they be addressed?

Some potential obstacles a company might face when trying to overcome these dysfunctions include resistance to change, lack of trust among team members, fear of conflict, lack of commitment, avoidance of accountability, and inattention to results. These can be addressed by fostering an environment of trust where team members feel safe to express their ideas and concerns. Encouraging healthy conflict can lead to better decision making. Commitment can be improved by ensuring everyone's opinions are considered and clear directions are given. Accountability can be promoted by setting clear expectations and regularly reviewing performance. Lastly, focusing on results can be achieved by setting clear goals and regularly reviewing progress.

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Peterson opened the meeting by reminding everyone that they are fortunate to have a more experienced team, higher cash reserves, better core technology and a more powerful board of directors than their competitors. She demonstrated that the company lagged behind in revenue because the team was dysfunctional and that DecisionTech's top priority was to set things right within.

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The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

Patrick Lencioni, who has coached hundreds of CEOs and Fortune 500 companies’ crews, presents a powerful model to overcome the “five dysfunctions” and...

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