Building a diverse team doesn't automatically lead to better performance — and without the right environment, it can even create new challenges.

In this episode, Teri is joined again by leadership and team performance expert Henrik Bresman to explore why psychological safety is the key to unlocking the true potential of diverse teams. We’ll also discuss practical steps leaders can take to foster belonging, innovation, and resilience in today’s uncertain environments.

Resources:

• Episode 174: Teams in Transition with Henrik Bresman
• X-Teams: How to build teams that lead, innovate, and succeed
• X360 and XChange simulation
• Professor Bresman's LinkedIn
• Harvard Business Review article with Amy Edmonson: To Excel, Diverse Teams Need Psychological Safety
• Sloan Management Review Article with Debra Ancona: Turn Your Teams Inside Out

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