- Type: Paperback Book.
- Publisher: Jossey-Bass
- Language : English
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable, 20th Anniversary Edition (ISBN 9780787960759)
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick M. Lencioni is one of the most influential leadership books of all time. Using an engaging business fable, it reveals the five core breakdowns that prevent teams from performing at their peak—and provides a practical, memorable model for building cohesive, high-trust organizations.
Product Details
- Title: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable
- Edition: 20th Anniversary Edition
- Author: Patrick M. Lencioni
- ISBN-13: 9780787960759
- Format: Hardcover
- Price: $7.59
- Minimum Order: 25 copies
- Availability: In Stock | Free Shipping on all orders
The Five Dysfunctions Model
- Absence of Trust — Teams must build vulnerability-based trust.
- Fear of Conflict — Healthy debate is essential for strong decisions.
- Lack of Commitment — Clarity and buy-in drive aligned action.
- Avoidance of Accountability — Teammates hold each other to standards.
- Inattention to Results — Collective outcomes must come first.
What This Book Provides
A simple framework for diagnosing team dysfunctions and actionable tools including decision-making routines, conflict guidelines, team assessments, accountability systems, and meeting structures.
Why Teams Use This Book
- Perfect for offsites, onboarding cohorts, and leadership retreats
- Quick to read (2 hours) and easy to teach across organizations
- Transforms team culture with one shared language
Workshop Suggestion (Optional)
- Have each team member self-rate the five dysfunctions.
- Choose one dysfunction to improve over the next 90 days.
- Create 2–3 measurable actions and review weekly.
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FAQs
- Is this ideal for team book clubs and offsites?
- Yes. It’s one of the most popular team-building books globally.
- How long does it take to read?
- Most readers finish the fable in under two hours.
- What is the minimum order?
- Minimum order is 25 copies.
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The Five Dysfunctions of a Team remains a must-read for building high-performing, cohesive teams. Order now from BooksGoat for just $7.59 per copy. Free shipping on all orders (minimum 25 copies).