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Three Ways to Build Connection in Teams
Brandon Wetzstein Brandon Wetzstein

Three Ways to Build Connection in Teams

Discover how to foster strong connections within teams, especially in a virtual setting. Dive into the three core principles of cultivating trust and camaraderie for high-performing teams.

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Crafting the Perfect Team Blend
Brandon Wetzstein Brandon Wetzstein

Crafting the Perfect Team Blend

Dive deep into the art of team building as we explore the intricate parallels between cooking and crafting high-performing teams. Just as a chef meticulously selects and blends ingredients, leaders must strategically and intentionally bring together diverse talents. From understanding the nuances of Bruce Tuckman's team development stages to promoting psychological safety and inclusive team dynamics, this guide offers insights into creating teams that excel rather than merely conform. Whether you're navigating the challenges of diverse backgrounds or striving to ensure equal voice in hybrid and remote teams, discover the secret recipe to unlocking the full potential of every team member and achieving organizational success.

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Reveal Your Team’s Identity: The First Step to Elevating Team Performance
Brandon Wetzstein Brandon Wetzstein

Reveal Your Team’s Identity: The First Step to Elevating Team Performance

Unveiling your team's identity not only forms a solid foundation for growth but also streamlines the onboarding process for newcomers. Once this bedrock is established, delving into the other pillars—trust, vision, communication, creativity, and development—becomes significantly more impactful.

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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 3 Case Study
Brandon Wetzstein Brandon Wetzstein

HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 3 Case Study

We look at examples of what people built when asked to build a duck that showed how they felt about their organization.

The stories shared show how we can achieve deeper insights and deeper connection in less time than traditional conversation

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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 2
Brandon Wetzstein Brandon Wetzstein

HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 2

Uncover the art of storytelling through LEGO in Part 2 of our series. By adding context and narrative to a simple LEGO Duck, we unveil how individuals can convey their emotions, anticipations, and experiences. Join us to see the power of these tiny bricks in narrating complex feelings.

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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 1
Brandon Wetzstein Brandon Wetzstein

HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 1

Dive into the fascinating world of LEGO Serious Play with Part 1 of our series on duck building. Discover how a simple exercise of constructing a duck from 6 LEGO bricks unveils the vast diversity of perspectives and interpretations we each hold. Experience the realization that, just like in life, we all view and construct our LEGO worlds uniquely.

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