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Transforming Teams: A Journey Beyond Comfort Zones and Group Thinking
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Have you ever wondered about the magic that happens when diverse minds collaborate? I discovered this magic over 20 years ago in Gothenburg and it changed the way I think about team dynamics forever. This episode is my personal journey into the world of diverse teams and how they spur creativity, productivity, and lead to improved outcomes. We explore the compelling power of diversity and inclusion and how exposure to varying cultures and thought patterns can push us beyond our comfort zones and to think differently. Our focus also extends to the significant part inclusion plays alongside diversity when it comes to problem-solving.
Did you know that diverse and inclusive teams are better problem solvers and run a lower risk of falling into groupthink? As we navigate the challenges of hiring for diversity, we emphasize the importance of focusing on individuals during the recruitment process. We also investigate how research, like Google’s Project Phoenix, fortifies the business case for diversity and inclusion. We round out the discussion with an intriguing argument on how homogeneous teams, while effective in their own right, often fall short when it comes to fostering a high-performance culture. Tune in to discover how diversity and inclusion can truly transform teams and businesses.
Chapters
1. Transforming Teams: A Journey Beyond Comfort Zones and Group Thinking (00:00:00)
2. Intro (00:00:13)
3. The Power of Diversity in Teams (00:08:19)
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