Building high performing leadership teams

Organizations often focus their leaders on team building within their functional teams while neglecting the formation of a healthy leadership team culture and dynamics. This oversight can lead to misalignment and missed opportunities for strategic growth.

At the recent HRD Australia HR Summit Melbourne, I had the privilege of moderating several expert panels that delved into current challenges for Leaders & HR professionals. One of the key topics discussed was “How to Create a High Performing Leadership Team,” featuring insights from expert People leaders Kristen Bugeja , Meredith Crowe , Carl Phillips and Antoinette Battista. The panel highlighted best practices for fostering collaboration, enhancing communication, and establishing trust among team members. Our panellists shared their experiences in aligning leadership objectives with organizational goals, thereby driving performance and creating a culture that nurtures both personal and collective achievement. These discussions underscored the importance of intentional leadership team dynamics as a foundational element for sustainable success in any organization.

The emphasis by Kristen Bugeja on the need for support and energy from peers, rather than solely relying on direct reports, truly resonated with me during our discussions at the HRD HR Summit. I had the opportunity to share her insightful observations in our Senior Leadership Forum last week, highlighting the pivotal role that peer relationships play in leadership effectiveness. This perspective reinforces the idea that a robust network of support among leaders can foster an environment of shared learning and resilience, ultimately leading to improved decision-making and enhanced organizational performance. Such an approach not only cultivates a sense of camaraderie but also promotes a culture where leaders feel empowered and aligned in their collective goals.

Our activities included Leadership Meeting Bingo, meaningful story telling over dinner, and 6:45 am Leadership Walks along the Swan River with structured one to one questions to supercharge conversation. These walks were inspired by Nicki Luther ‘s Leadership Wellness Walk shared at the #HRDWellbeing Summit I was privileged to Chair in May. By breaking down conversation barriers and addressing the elephants in the room, we achieved a clear alignment within our leadership team. This made it easier to work together to define Mapien’s future place in the world.

Have you had similar experiences in developing healthy & high performing leadership teams? Collaboration and shared experiences can lead to greater success for all.  Contact our Mapien team today to discuss high performing leadership, workplace culture and all of your people needs.