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404 Three dysfunctional types of teams and how to fix them

May 26, 2025

Working out what sort of team you are is important to understand the strengths and weaknesses of your team.

Three types of teams:

  • Shark tank - competitive teams
  • Petting zoo - too nice
  • Mediocracy - nothing happens

Working out what sort of team you have

  • New people
  • Conflict
  • Reflecting on change and conflict as a team


What sort of team do you have?



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