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Scott Tannenbaum is an organizational psychologist and president of the Group for Organizational Effectiveness, specializing in team and leadership development. Eduardo Salas is a professor of psychology at Rice University and a leading expert in team dynamics, training, and performance.

Known for: Teams That Work: The Seven Drivers of Team Effectiveness

Books by Scott Tannenbaum, Eduardo Salas

Teams That Work: The Seven Drivers of Team Effectiveness

Teams That Work: The Seven Drivers of Team Effectiveness

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Teams That Work: The Seven Drivers of Team Effectiveness explores the science behind what makes teams successful. Drawing on decades of research and practical experience, the authors identify seven key drivers that influence team performance, including shared understanding, supportive context, and strong leadership. The book provides actionable insights for managers, team leaders, and members to improve collaboration, communication, and results in any organizational setting.

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Defining Team Effectiveness

Before diving into the seven drivers, I want to clarify what we mean by a team that actually “works.” Too many organizations measure team success solely in terms of output—metrics like sales closed, patients treated, or products launched. While outcomes matter, they rarely tell the full story. A tea...

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Driver 1 – Capability

Every team begins with its members—their skills, knowledge, and experiences. Capability is not simply about having talented individuals; it’s about having the right constellation of capabilities for the team’s mission. In my own observations, high-performing teams rarely consist of the ‘best’ indivi...

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About Scott Tannenbaum, Eduardo Salas

Scott Tannenbaum is an organizational psychologist and president of the Group for Organizational Effectiveness, specializing in team and leadership development. Eduardo Salas is a professor of psychology at Rice University and a leading expert in team dynamics, training, and performance. Together, t...

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Scott Tannenbaum is an organizational psychologist and president of the Group for Organizational Effectiveness, specializing in team and leadership development. Eduardo Salas is a professor of psychology at Rice University and a leading expert in team dynamics, training, and performance. Together, they have collaborated extensively on research and consulting projects focused on improving teamwork across industries.

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