Episode 130: From Forming to Performing

Great teams don’t just happen — they develop over time. In this episode, Carl and Tiffany explore how trust, respect, and open communication shape healthy team dynamics. Drawing on the Tuckman's Stages of Group Development, they break down the phases teams move through: forming, storming, norming, performing, and eventually adjourning.They discuss why early politeness often hides uncertainty, how conflict during the storming stage is actually a necessary step toward trust, and why leaders must adapt their leadership style as teams mature. Tiffany shares insights from her own experience on a high-functioning team and the patience it takes — sometimes six months or more — to build real cohesion. A practical conversation about how leaders can guide teams through tension toward true collaboration.