Publisher's Synopsis
The 5 Levels of High-Performance Teams: A Balanced Framework in High-Velocity Environments redefines what it means to lead and sustain elite teams, providing a groundbreaking framework for building, managing, and optimizing high-performance teams across industries, from business and sports to military and crisis response.
What truly defines a high-performance team? For years, leadership experts have used the term loosely, failing to distinguish between teams that perform at a high level and those that must perform at an elite level under intense pressure. The 5 Levels of High-Performance Teams challenges the current literature and outdated definitions of high-performance teams by revealing a new classification system that distinguishes high-performing teams (HPiTs) from high-performance teams (HPaTs). Through extensive research and real-world experience, Dr. Michael W. Woody surveys the entire workforce, demonstrating that not all teams are equal--and that recognizing these differences is the key to unlocking elite team performance without toxicity or burnout. As part of his research on high-performance teams (HPaTs), Dr. Woody developed the balanced duality (B-D) Model, a groundbreaking framework that explains how leaders can balance team behavior and dynamics to sustain both high performance and individual well-being. Whether in corporate boardrooms, emergency response units, military operations, elite sports teams, or high-stakes project management, the ability to consistently deliver excellence depends on a team's structure, mission, and the environment in which they operate. This book provides actionable strategies for leaders at all levels to cultivate sustainable high performance while protecting the well-being of their teams. Backed by decades of leadership experience and cutting-edge research, this book redefines what it means to be a high-performance team, providing a groundbreaking blueprint for leaders, executives, coaches, and professionals who want to build teams that thrive under pressure and consistently deliver results. Includes expert insights and real-world examples of high-performance teams in action!
