Hidden Brain

The Secret to Great Teams

<p>It's easy to think that the best teams are collections of highly accomplished or talented individuals, working under a skilled leader. But that's no guarantee of success. Psychologist <a href="https://www.cmu.edu/tepper/faculty-and-research/faculty-by-area/profiles/williams-woolley-anita.html">Anita Woolley</a> says the best teams are far more than the sum of their parts, and they share certain basic characteristics. </p><p>Do you know someone who would enjoy Hidden Brain? Please tell them about this episode. And thanks for listening!  </p>

Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone. On Hidden Brain, we help you understand your own mind — and the minds of the people around you. (We're routinely rated the #1 science podcast in the United States.) Hosted by veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam.