The 5 Disciplines of Inclusive Teams Hardcover by Andrés T. Tapia and Michel Buffet

Product Details

• Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers (2025-03-04)
• Language: English
• Paperback: 240 pages
• ISBN-13: 9781523006465
• Item Weight: 439.43 grams
• Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.37 x 0.83 cm

The final guide in the acclaimed Five Inclusive Disciplines trilogy introduces an actionable 5-step framework for building truly equitable, high-performing teams and unlocking their collective power to deliver groundbreaking results.

In today’s fast-paced, interconnected world, breakthroughs don’t come from individuals—they come from teams. And not just any teams, but diverse and inclusive ones. With decades of experience and cutting-edge research, Andrés Tapia and Michel Buffet provide a revolutionary model that empowers teams to harness the full potential of diverse perspectives.

At the heart of the book are The 5 Disciplines, which guide teams to tap into their collective power:

• Connecting – to build affiliation
• Caring – to nurture psychological safety
• Synchronizing – to harness collective intelligence
• Cultural Dexterity – to integrate diverse perspectives
• Powersharing – to ensure equitable contributions

The result? Unparalleled creativity, engagement, and performance. Through insightful guidance, practical tools, and a proven framework, The 5 Disciplines of Inclusive Teams shows how teams can unlock their collective power to achieve breakthrough results, transforming not only their organizations but also the future.

About the Author

Andrés Tapia is a senior client partner and diversity and inclusion global strategist at Korn Ferry. He has twenty-five years of consulting experience with Global 500 organizations as well as non-US multinationals in Brazil, South Korea, and India and across Latin America. He is also the author of The Inclusion Paradox and Auténtico: The Definitive Guide to Latino Career Success. He resides in Chicago.

Michel Buffet is a senior client partner in Korn Ferry's Organizational Strategy and Leadership Development practice. He holds a PhD in organizational psychology from Columbia.University and a doctorate in clinical human sciences from the University of Paris. He has 25 years experience assessing and improving high-performance teams, beginning as an officer in the French navy.