What Makes a High-Performance Team? Mike Robbins Breaks It Down

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In a world divided by ego and isolation, Mike Robbins reminds us of what truly drives high performance: connection, courage, and humanity.Mike has spent over two decades inside Fortune 100 companies helping teams unlock extraordinary performance—not through pressure, but through purpose.In this conversation, we unpack his bestselling book We're All In This Together and explore what it really takes to build high-performing, values-driven teams in today’s hybrid, high-pressure world.But this isn’t just about better teamwork—it’s a call to lead with empathy, to embrace hard conversations, and to show up as your whole self.What we cover:Why belonging is the foundation of high performanceHow to build real trust in hybrid teamsThe truth about psychological safety (hint: it’s not comfort)How to give feedback that actually landsThe power of “sweaty-palm conversations”Appreciation vs recognition—why both matterWhy the best leaders lead with humility and humanityWhether you lead a team of 3 or a global company of 3,000—this episode will transform how you think about leadership, performance, and purpose.Learn more about Mike here - https://mike-robbins.comGrab a copy of Mike’s new book here - https://mike-robbins.com/books/Follow Mike on IG here - https://www.instagram.com/mikedrobbins/Connect with Mike on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrobbins/Website: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.Send me a personal text message - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at [email protected] the show