Why leadership teams work on the business but not on their own team

Leadership teams spend most of their time running the organisation. But the best teams also turn their attention to how well they work together. So why do most leadership teams focus on the business, and not on their own team?

Why leadership teams know something is holding them back, but don’t say it

Many leadership teams sense that something is holding them back. But naming it feels risky. Fear of conflict, respect for colleagues, time pressure, and a desire not to destabilise the team can all keep the issue unspoken.

How to tell when a leadership team isn’t firing on all cylinders

How can you tell when a leadership team isn’t quite working well together? The early signs are often subtle: guarded conversations, drifting decisions, and a quiet return to silo thinking.