Bonus #1: Launch Special - The Adventure of Relationships

Why do some teams succeed while others struggle - even when the structures look the same?In this first bonus episode of Season 4, Robert steps away from the guest interviews to share the thinking that has shaped his work with teams over the past two decades.As we get ready for the launch of the Highly Relational Team - this special reveals why relationships sit at the very heart of team success, and why leaving them to chance has such profound, unintended consequences.Robert explores:🌱 Why success is always determined by relationships🎲 How relationships are often left to chance, with unintended costs🧩 Why most current models miss the relational foundation of teamwork👤 The importance of both individual and collective work in teams⚡ Why small relational moments often have the biggest impact👂 The value of staying with what is happening, even when difficult🗺️ Why the whole endeavour is best understood as an adventureRobert's message is clear: "Relationships are at the heart of success. They’re too important to leave to chance. Every relationship is an adventure in the making."Robert Digings:www.linkedin.com/in/robertdigingsTeam Development Consultant and Executive CoachRobert has been working with teams and their challenges for over 20 years. He has discovered that the biggest improvements come when a team has the courage to do the challenging work of developing deep personal connections and a real sense of belonging.In this business podcast Robert explores the insights, experience and advice from other experts in the field of human collaboration, be they leaders, authors, coaches or consultants.Production credits:Studio Engineer at Premiere Podcast Studios - Freddie ScraggPost Production - Shaun LawsonSeries Producer - Julie Allen© 2025 Highly Relational LimitedFind Highly Relational on all your favourite podcast apps or YouTubeIf you are enjoying the listen, hit subscribe and leave us a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.