Why do some team members not get along? What is the best way to get new teams and ad-hoc teams to maximize their performance in the least amount of time? How can meetings be designed to achieve useful outcomes? Teams are the source of problem-solving and innovation that today’s organizations need to survive and thrive in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace. However, Teamwork is hard because there is no magic formula or step-by-step procedure to ensure results. Valerie Patrick PhD applies a troubleshooting mindset that includes proven tactics, guidelines, techniques and examples of effective ways to operate teams that produce transformative outcomes. Dr. Patrick is a PhD chemical engineer with 25 years of corporate experience leading technical and strategic initiatives.