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Book Reviews

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: Review and Key Takeaways

A groundbreaking leadership book that explores why teams fail, revealing five interconnected dysfunctions that prevent organizations from achieving their potential: absence of trust, fear of conflict, lack of commitment, avoidance of accountability, and inattention to collective results. Through a compelling narrative about a fictional CEO transforming her executive team, Lencioni provides a practical framework for building high-performing teams by prioritizing vulnerability-based trust and productive conflict resolution. The book argues that team success depends not on individual talent, but on creating an environment where members can openly communicate, commit to shared goals, and hold each other accountable.
Extreme Ownership: Review and Key Takeaways

A powerful leadership guide that argues leaders must take complete responsibility for their team's performance and outcomes, regardless of circumstances. Drawing from Navy SEAL combat experiences, Willink and Babin provide a framework for leadership that emphasizes personal accountability, clear communication, and strategic problem-solving across professional environments. The book challenges leaders to eliminate excuses, own failures, and create high-performing teams through a mindset of "Extreme Ownership."