The 5 Disciplines of Inclusive Teams

The final guide in the acclaimed inclusivity trilogy introduces an actionable 5-step framework for building truly equitable, high-performing teams. In today's workplace, teams are the key organizing principle through which most work gets done. This makes teams the prime environment where employees can feel they truly belong, are valued, and contribute their best. However, simply having a diverse team does not automatically translate to more innovation and performance. True inclusion must be operationalized. With decades of experience leading organizations and developing cutting-edge research, Andrés Tapias and Michel Buffet provide a revolutionary 5 Disciplines model to build authentically inclusive teams that unlock the full potential of diverse perspectives. Based on Tapias' work at Korn Ferry, an international consultancy powerhouse, the 5 Disciplines are: Connecting - Going beyond surface levels to deeply understand team members Caring - Actively supporting teammates' professional and personal needs Storytelling - Sharing powerful narratives that transform mindsets Executing - Implementing inclusive practices to get work done equitably Innovating - Harnessing diverse ideas to create new value and win the future By mastering these 5 Disciplines, teams create an environment of true belonging and psychological safety. Members feel empowered to take risks, have candid discussions, and collectively arrive at bold innovations. The result is unparalleled creativity, engagement, and performance that diverse teams promise but seldom fully achieve without intentional inclusivity. With insightful guidance, real-world examples, and a tested framework, this book provides the essential operating system for building inclusive teams that shape the future.