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“As difficult as it is to build a team, it is not complicated. In fact, keeping it simple is critical, whether you run the executive staff at a multi-national company, a small department within a larger organization, or even if you are merely a member of a team that needs improvement.” quote by Patrick Lencioni
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“As difficult as it is to build a team, it is not complicated. In fact, keeping it simple is critical, whether you run the executive staff at a multi-national company, a small department within a larger organization, or even if you are merely a member of a team that needs improvement.”

Patrick Lencioni

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Advantage” (2012) excerpt

Team building is simple; simplicity is key across all organizational levels.

In simple terms: Keep teamwork simple.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize simplicity.

Themes

teamwork simplicity leadership

Mood

practical instructive

Type

business leadership

When to use this quote

  • startup teams
  • corporate departments
  • project groups

Key Concepts

organizational behavior management theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What simple practices improve your team?
  • How do you balance simplicity with nuance?
A Different Perspective

Oversimplification may ignore complexity.

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