High-Performance Teams Are Rare—Here's Why Yours Isn't One Yet

High-Performance Teams Are Rare—Here’s Why Yours Isn’t One Yet

ByDavid “Nick” Pazzaglia

Introduction Your team isn’t elite. Yet. Most teams think they’re high-performing. Most are wrong. High-performance teams aren’t built on talent alone. They thrive because of ruthless execution, no-BS leadership, and relentless accountability. The hard truth? Short-term wins don’t equal long-term excellence. Hitting targets doesn’t mean your team is operating at peak performance. Good teams meet…

Strategy Is an Excuse for Inaction—Here's What Actually Drives Success

Strategy Is an Excuse for Inaction—Here’s What Actually Drives Success

ByDavid “Nick” Pazzaglia

Last week, we dissected frameworks executives use for high-stakes decision-making. But let’s cut through the noise: strategic thinking matters—but only when it leads to real action. Too often, leaders get trapped in over-planning, mistaking strategy for progress, when in reality, adaptability and execution drive success far more reliably. The Harsh Truth About Strategic Thinking They…