Dynamics
Building behaviors that create impact.
Key Elements of Dynamics
Inclusion that fuels innovation.
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HBR research shows that diverse teams can underperform compared to homogeneous ones if differences aren’t valued and respected. Studies by Dr. Amy Edmondson, Harvard Professor Frances Frei, and Anne Morriss highlight that inclusive and psychologically safe workplaces are key to unlocking the full potential of diverse teams, fostering both innovation and high performance.
Dr. Edmondson’s research showed a positive correlation between diverse teams with high psychological safety and high performance. Conversely, when diverse teams had low levels of psychological safety, their performance was lower than average.
What diverse perspectives looks like
Differences are respected and framed as sources of value
There’s a strong sense of psychological safety
Team members bridge boundaries by aligning on shared goals and values
Teamraderie experiences that encourage diverse perspectives
Learn techniques to to foster inclusive decision-making and establish team norms
That Support Diverse Perspectives
Diverse strengths, shared success.
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A study published in HBR found that 75% of cross-functional teams are dysfunctional. Another survey revealed that 78% of organizational leaders feel some degree of “collaboration drag,” which consists of excessive meetings, unclear decision-making authority, etc.
When cross-functional teams work together effectively, however, performance increases significantly. A study published in MIT Sloan Management Review found that 70% of “digitally advanced” teams—those that leverage technology to optimize processes, engage talent across the organization, and create innovative value-driving business models—employ cross-functional collaboration.
Of cross-functional teams are dysfunctional
Of leaders feel some sort of “collaboration drag”
Of digitally advanced teams are cross-functional
What cross-functional collaboration looks like
Knowledge is freely shared, and teams share a common goal
Questions and curiosity are encouraged
Relationship-building and empathy are cultivated
Teamraderie experiences that improve cross-functional collaboration
Unlocking cross-functional collaboration with curiosity, led by a Harvard professor
Cut the friction, prioritize what works & grow – led by a Stanford professor
For Cross-Functional Teams
Assume less, speak up more.
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A survey of U.S. workers found that, under the guidance of empathetic leadership, 85% have increased productivity, 87% are satisfied with their jobs, and 86% are more likely to share ideas. Another study found that 76% of employees who have empathetic leaders are engaged compared to 32% without, and 61% say they’re able to innovate compared to only 13% without.
Increased productivity
Job satisfaction
Employee engagement
What empathy looks like
Team members ask questions to truly understand each other’s perspectives
Both leaders and employees engage in curiosity and active listening
Biases and assumptions are continuously challenged
Teamraderie experiences that encourage empathy
That Support Empathetic Teams
Spark creativity through curiosity.
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Creative thinking is one of the top skills employers consider core to their workforce, and is increasing in importance. The World Economic Forum reports that 57% of employers consider it to be core to their workforce in 2025, which is a net increase of 66% compared to the previous year.
Of employers consider creative thinking as core to their workforce
What innovative thinking looks like
Teams embrace curiosity and ask thoughtful questions
Smart risk-taking and learning from intelligent failure is encouraged
Ideas are freely shared, heard, and respected
Teamraderie experiences that cultivate innovative thinking
That Inspire Innovative Thinking
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