Building Trust and Leadership: Insights on Team Dynamics with Dr. Barb Thompson

Caroline Biesalski introduces the episode by highlighting the importance of trust within teams. Dr. Barb Thompson joins the discussion, bringing insights into the role of psychological assessments in organizations. They explore the benefits and challenges of team assessments, including strategies to address common fears. The conversation delves into assessing and managing trust levels within a team, while Dr. Thompson shares lessons from her military experience and how they apply to leadership in business. Emphasizing the importance of embracing learning and maintaining core values, Dr. Thompson also shares her contact information and current projects. The episode concludes with Dr. Thompson's final thoughts and Caroline's closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction and Importance of Trust in Teams
(1:15) Welcoming Dr. Barb Thompson
(1:55) Psychological Assessments in Organizations
(4:01) Team Assessments: Benefits, Challenges, and Addressing Fears
(7:04) Assessing and Managing Trust Levels Within a Team
(9:49) Perfectionism, Military Lessons, and Leadership in Business
(13:46) Embracing Learning and Maintaining Values in Business
(19:25) Dr. Barb Thompson's Contact Information and Projects
(21:44) Final Thoughts with Dr. Barb Thompson
(22:32) Closing Remarks by Caroline Biesalski