We will discuss the qualities of the Ideal Team player. What does being Humble, Hungry and Smart have to do with Team success. What happens to team dynamics if one of those qualities is lacking or needs development. This training builds on last months 5 Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni.  We will discuss the lessons in his book The Ideal Team Player. 

In this foundational session, participants explore how chronic stress impacts both the mind and body, and begin identifying their personal stress triggers and emotional patterns. Through guided experiences with core mindfulness practices, attendees learn how these tools can interrupt the stress cycle, increase emotional intelligence, and enhance daily productivity. The session sets the stage for becoming a calm, confident Emotional Manager—someone who can skillfully respond to challenges rather than react impulsively. Objectives:

• Understand how chronic stress impacts the mind and body
• Identify stress triggers and emotional patterns 
• Define and experience foundational mindfulness practices
• Explore the benefits of increased emotional intelligence for stress reduction and productivity 
• Learn how to be a calm and confident Emotional Manager 

This session focuses on deepening emotional self-awareness and building resilience through intentional practices. Participants learn to integrate personal values into daily decision-making, reframe failure as a growth tool, and cultivate the mindset of a Mindful Responder. Practical and evidence-based tools, such as micro-habits, meditation, and reframing are introduced to help reduce overwhelm, sustain energy, and promote consistent, value-aligned action even during uncertainty or setbacks. 

Objectives

• Deepen emotional self-awareness and regulation
• Incorporating Values for confident decision-making
• Leveraging Reframing and Mindset to strengthen Resilience
• Experience Mindfulness Best Practices
• Choose and Practice micro-habits that reduce overwhelm and increase intentional response at work
• Build your Mindful Responder toolkit 

In the final session, participants apply mindfulness directly to workplace challenges, including difficult conversations, shifting priorities, and high-stress environments. Through hands-on strategies like Mindful Priority Mapping and personal stress-reduction planning, they explore how to bring clarity, presence, and compassion into leadership roles. The session offers a toolkit of best practices for modeling mindful behavior, improving focus and collaboration, and becoming a steady, intentional leader in the workplace.

Objectives

• Apply Mindful Strategies to difficult conversations and relationships
• Practice Mindful Responder tools to adapt to change quickly and easily
• Discover Mindful Priority Mapping for greater productivity and focus 
• Leverage best-practices to develop a personal stress reduction plan
• Experiment with strategies to bring Mindful Leadership into your workplace