The Art and Science of Emotionally Intelligent Team Building with Vanessa Druskat

Join us in this episode of Leading Human as we delve into the importance of team norms, emotional intelligence, and collaborative culture with Vanessa Drucker, author of 'The Emotionally Intelligent Team.' Discover how the right practices can transform team dynamics, optimize interactions, and enhance performance. Vanessa shares insightful stories and practical steps on building psychologically safe and emotionally intelligent teams. Make sure to watch this episode to learn the secrets of high-performing teams and how to implement them in your organization.00:00 Introduction to Emma AI and Today's Guest00:36 The Power of Team-Based Tools01:43 Introducing Vanessa Druskat and Her Work09:46 Vanessa Joins the Conversation09:57 The Importance of Emotional Norms in Teams10:24 Real-World Example: Engineers' Transformation16:09 Building Psychological Safety in Teams17:20 The Role of Leaders in Team Culture18:49 Implementing Team Norms and Accountability23:42 Measuring and Changing Team Culture25:43 Team Building Exercises: Getting to Know Each Other26:46 Establishing Team Norms28:06 The Role of the Leader in Team Culture30:16 Dealing with Difficult Personalities32:48 The Importance of Belonging in Teams40:28 Rapid Fire Questions: Insights on Team Dynamics44:34 Conclusion and ResourcesWhere to find Vanessa Druskat's groundbreaking book.Want a communication and wellbeing workshop that actually sticks? Whether you’re building trust or leveling up team accountability, we’ve got you. Book a call to ask questions and learn more about improving how your team communicates here.