In elite sport, teamwork is the single most decisive factor in achieving success. The same is true in business. As leaders, we often assume that assembling talented individuals guarantees high performance – but history, both in sport and in organisations, tells a very different story. Talent without teamwork is wasted potential. Effective teamwork creates the foundation for resilience, innovation, and …
The Power of Teamwork: A Journey Through Sport and Psychology
In 1982, Tottenham Hotspur made a bold and game-changing decision: they hired a psychologist, the brilliant John Syer. This groundbreaking move acknowledged that mental strength is just as vital as physical skill in achieving greatness. By 1985, after reading Syer’s book Team Spirit, I was hooked on the psychology of teams. The idea of blending individual strengths to create something …
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THE LAWS OF EFFECTIVE TEAMWORK WITH ROBERTO FORZONI The Laws of Effective TeamworkK A keynote for leaders who want more substantial, more resilient, higher-performing teams In today’s fast-moving world, the teams that thrive are the ones that are connected, psychologically safe, and built for trust, performance, and well-being. In this engaging 45-minute keynote, Roberto Forzoni, performance psychologist and speaker, draws …
The Laws of Effective teamwork
Our most popular workshop/talk By far our most popular talk, having been delivered to many Premier League football clubs, alongside a host of other sport and business organisations. This practical and evidenced-based session explores the key components of a successful team. Roberto shares his experience working with some of the sports’ elite teams, including teams behind individual sporting successes. The …
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Hello, What do Grand Slam tennis, Premier League football and boardroom leadership have in common? Pressure. In my recent conversation on the Surfe podcast, I dive into the psychology behind elite performance and what high-performance teams consistently get right. We explore mindset under pressure, resilience, confidence, teamwork, and why the best performers are rarely the most talented – but often …