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Teams Unleashed

Spencer Horn

Welcome to Teams Unleashed—the definitive podcast for team coaches and leaders who are ready to elevate their impact and unlock the full power of teams. Hosted by Spencer Horn, President of Team Coaching International (TCI), this podcast sits at the forefront of one of the most important shifts in the coaching industry today: the rise of team coaching as the fastest-growing specialization in coaching. And here’s what makes this conversation different— this is where the methodology began. TCI is the original creator of the Team Diagnostic™ and a pioneer in the field of team coaching, having shaped this discipline for over two decades through its research-backed models, certification programs, and global community of practitioners . Inspired by the book Teams Unleashed, each episode brings you inside the real work of team coaching—featuring TCI faculty, certified coaches, and industry experts who are actively applying this methodology with teams around the world. This podcast is designed to serve three powerful purposes: 1. Support and elevate practicing team coaches Deepen your mastery of team coaching competencies, tools, and interventions so you can create measurable, lasting results with your clients. 2. Showcase and amplify the work of TCI-certified coaches Learn directly from practitioners in the field as they share real case studies, challenges, and breakthroughs—demonstrating what world-class team coaching looks like in action. 3. Help you choose the right path to certification If you’re exploring team coaching, this podcast gives you an inside look at the depth, rigor, and impact of TCI’s methodology—so you can confidently invest in the approach that sets you apart. Inside each episode, you’ll discover: The science behind high-performing teams—balancing productivity and positivity How to use diagnostic tools to create clarity, alignment, and accountability Proven frameworks for transforming team dynamics and culture The evolving role of team coaching in a rapidly changing, AI-influenced world At its core, Teams Unleashed is more than a podcast— it’s a platform to advance the profession of team coaching and the coaches who lead it. Join a global community of forward-thinking coaches who aren’t just coaching individuals— they’re transforming teams, organizations, and what’s possible when people truly work together.

Why Most Teams Fail Before They Start

Most teams don’t fail because of execution.They fail before the work even begins.In this episode of Teams Unleashed, I sit down with Peter Hård to talk about what it really takes to set a team up for success.Peter brings over two decades of global experience working with executive and specialist teams across 50+ countries—and was part of the work with the ICF that helped shape the Team Coaching Core Competencies.We get into: The difference between team building, team development, and team coaching Why so many teams rush into action—and pay for it later What “setting up for success” actually looks like in practice Why patience, not speed, is critical in the early stages If you’re coaching teams or leading them, this conversation will challenge how you think about getting started.TranscriptFree Team Leader View version of the Team Diagnostic, TLV

Apr 23

1 hr 5 min

From “Us vs. Them” to One High-Performing Team

What happens when two organizations are forced to work together—but don’t trust each other, don’t communicate effectively, and operate as separate teams?In this episode of Teams Unleashed, host Spencer Horn sits down with team performance expert Pollyanna Lenkic to unpack a powerful real-world case study of transformation.Faced with cultural tension, unclear roles, and an entrenched “us vs. them” dynamic, this team struggled with low productivity, poor morale, and slow growth. But through a systemic team coaching approach using the Team Diagnostic™, everything changed.Pollyanna shares how the shift from individuals to one unified team system unlocked hidden capability—and how two key strengths drove dramatic results:Accountability (+69%)Constructive Interaction (+60%)The impact?47% increase in productivity39% increase in positivitySignificant ROI, including $30,000 annual savings and faster decision-makingThis episode is a must-listen for coaches who want to:Move beyond individual coaching to system-level impactUnderstand how to transform team culture—not just behaviorLearn how measurable results drive credibility and client valueIf you're serious about becoming a high-impact team coach, this conversation will show you what’s possible.TranscriptRequest a Free Team Diagnostic

Apr 23

1 hr 3 min