The difference between a high performing team and one riddled with dysfunction, is the number of “undiscussable” topics.
Here’s the thing, when we don’t talk about the REAL topics – the ones that are important, the ones with heft, the ones that are emotionally charged – we silently start to fill our bucket of resentment.
Buckets of resentment lead to silos, disengagement, conflict, politics, turnover, inefficiency, missed targets, etc.
Ever notice our best leaders addressed the tough issue head-on with compassion resulting in understanding and connection.
Where other leaders, well let’s just say the bucket runneth over!
What’s the status of your team’s bucket?