Building and Leading High-Performance Teams – Guided by Psychology
Level: General

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the ability to build and lead high-performance teams is a critical skill for organisational success. This masterclass delves into the psychological principles and evidence-based strategies underpinning effective team dynamics, collaboration, and leadership. Participants will explore the core elements of team cohesion, including trust, communication, and shared purpose, while gaining insights into the cognitive and emotional factors that drive individual and collective performance.

Through interactive exercises, case studies, and practical tools, attendees will learn how to foster psychological safety, constructively navigate conflict, and leverage diversity to enhance creativity and problem-solving. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with actionable strategies for cultivating high-performing teams that thrive in complex and challenging environments. This masterclass is ideal for leaders, managers, and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of the human dynamics that fuel team success.

Speakers
Craft 2025 - Joseph Pelrine
Joseph Pelrine
Theoretically Retired Psychologist at Independent

A quiet and reserved researcher and practitioner, Joseph Pelrine is considered by cognoscenti to be one of the pioneers and top experts on Agile methods. He has spent over 30 years defining and refining processes to help some of the world’s most well-known companies improve their ability to satisfy the needs of their customers.As a psychologist, his focus on people and his experience in applying l...

Craft 2025 - Julia Västrik
Julia Västrik
Agile Coach at Scoro

Julia is an Agile Coach, leadership trainer, and conference speaker who focuses on helping leaders and teams thrive in complex environments. With a background in software engineering, project management, and enterprise agility, she brings deep expertise in team dynamics, leadership development, and organizational change.Passionate about exploring ideas in depth and driven by curiosity, Julia enjoy...