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Book summary: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

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There are five fundamental causes of team dysfunction: absence of trust, fear of conflict, lack of commitment, avoidance of accountability and inattention to results. These dysfunctions can lead to team failure. The way to address these dysfunctions is through building trust among team members, encouraging open and honest communication, fostering commitment to shared goals, establishing clear accountability measures and prioritising team results over individual achievements.