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The New Playbook of Teamwork The New Playbook of Teamwork equips leaders and teams to solve complex challenges faster and smarter in today’s AI-driven workplace. You’ll learn how to spark deeper insight, align around a clear vision, unlock ideas worth pursuing, and build plans that keep momentum alive. With the VIPEi framework, you’ll execute without burnout, iterate without bureaucracy, and foster a culture of inclusion and innovation—ensuring your team doesn’t just perform, but thrives. The pace of challenges today demands more than hard work—it requires a new rhythm for collaboration. This playbook pushes you to elevate how your team thinks, communicates, and creates together. By combining proven strategies with AI-enabled tools, you’ll replace stalled meetings with real momentum, reduce burnout by aligning energy with outcomes, and transform scattered efforts into shared breakthroughs. The result? Teams that move faster, innovate smarter, and stay resilient in the face of constant change. How Top Performers Use Conversation, Collaboration, and AI to Solve Big Challenges Faster Contact Us Contact us about small group and large group trainings. Read the Executive Summary of The New Playbook of Teamwork - How Top Performers Use Conversations, Collaboration, and AI to Solve Big Challenges Faster Executive Summary Listen to The New Playbook of Teamwork Deep Dive Conversation: Read the Executive Summary & Listen to the Deep Dive Conversation The New Playbook of Teamwork Digital eBook: A concise, actionable guide that shows you how to unlock smarter collaboration and innovation. Teamwork Rhythm Framework (VIPEi): A proven system that keeps teams aligned, energized, and moving faster together. Leadership & Team Prompts Pack: Exclusive AI-powered prompts to spark better questions, sharper vision, and bolder ideas. Implementation Play Sheets: Simple, ready-to-use tools that turn theory into action inside your team right away. Practical Inclusion Rules: A set of powerful, team-tested principles that create trust, safety, and innovation at every level. The New Playbook of Teamwork Package Includes What You'll Experience in the Full New Playbook of Teamwork Program Collective review of team dynamics, communication patterns, and current challenges. Introduction to the VIPEi Framework—clarifying how Insight, Vision, Ideation, Planning, Execution, and Iteration build a new rhythm of teamwork. Teamwide assessment to surface strengths, blind spots, and alignment opportunities. Practical exercises to practice “starting with Insight” and building clarity before solving. Session 1: Assessment and Insight Alignment (3–4 hrs) Facilitation of Vision exercises to define shared goals and success measures. Application of the 10 Rules of Ideation to create a safe, inclusive space for bold ideas. Guided practice in moving from ideas to structured, right-sized plans that protect momentum. Use of AI-supported tools to expand ideation, test assumptions, and strengthen planning clarity. Session 2: Vision, Ideation, and Planning in Action (3–4 hrs) Team coaching on executing without burnout—building energy, accountability, and support structures. Application of 10 Rules of Inclusion to strengthen trust, psychological safety, and collaboration. Practice in low-stakes iteration loops to refine work without bureaucracy or bottlenecks. Creation of a Team Rhythm Playbook—a customized guide that captures agreements, norms, and AI-enabled practices to sustain long-term performance. Session 3: Execution, Iteration, Sustainable Team Rhythms (3–4 hrs) The New Playbook of Teamwork training will help leaders build the skills today’s organizations demand most. More than a framework, this training gives you the tools to solve big challenges faster with smarter collaboration, practical conversation strategies, and AI integration. Leaders who apply these principles strengthen critical competencies, including: Vision and Strategic Clarity – framing challenges and opportunities in ways that mobilize teams. High-Impact Communication – leading conversations that inspire trust, reduce resistance, and drive action. Collaboration Across Silos – breaking down barriers and creating alignment between functions. Decision-Making Agility – applying AI and team intelligence to move faster with confidence. Innovation Under Pressure – fostering environments where fresh ideas surface, get tested, and scale. This training combines decades of leadership research with real-world application to help you navigate complexity, accelerate results, and elevate the performance of your team. What Training Will Include: Get Started with solving big challenges! Contact us about small group and large group trainings to get started. Contact us First name* Last name* Email* Company Name* Position* I am interested in (Select all that apply). Small Team Training Large Team Training Company Wide Training One-on-one training/coaching for better utilizing my VIPE strengths in the workplace. I would like information on getting Lynda McNutt Foster as a Keynote speaker. Other Is there any additional information you can provide about your Team that will help us personalize your training sessions specifically to your team?* Submit Ready to Solve Big Challenges Faster?

Level 4: Executive Leadership Coaching to Organizational Peak Performance Your leadership impact will be greatly affected by the competencies you are able to build a foundation for and enhance as you adjust to changing working environments and market conditions. Deciding which ones you will need the most in the coming 1-3 years is a critical success factor in achieving the outcomes you want you, your team, and your organization to achieve. Review the following information to ensure an understanding of each competency, complete the spreadsheet provided, and then review it with whom you report to so that you can ensure alignment. This information will be used to create your Cortex Leadership Development Plan that you will utilize during your executive coaching journey. Step 1: Review the Leadership Competencies Selection and Instruction Guide Guide Step 2: Review the Executive Leaders Mission Statement Mission Statement Step 3: Complete the Value Portion You will need this Value List to complete Part one of the Leadership Mission Statement exercise. Values Exercise Step 4: Complete the rest of the Mission Statement Step 5: Leadership Competencies Consider your Top 4 Leadership Competencies and why developing those are the most important in the coming year. Assessment Step 6: Review with your Supervisor It is best, when you complete this exercise, to review it with who you report to in order to get their feedback.

< Back The Meeting Trap Are your meetings helping or hurting productivity? Meeting Should Drive Results-Not Waste Time How many meetings did you attend last week? Now, how many of those meetings actually drove progress? Meetings should be a tool for execution-not a placeholder for indecision. Yet, many leaders fall into the trap of: Default meetings - recurring calls that no one questions No clear agenda - conversations go in circles No decision-making - forcing another follow-up meeting Here's how to make meetings work for you: Audit your recurring meetings. Cancel any that don't serve a clear purpose. Use AI-driven summaries instead of spending hours on debriefs. End every meeting with an action step. IF there's no decision, the meeting failed. Want to reclaim your time? Watch this 1-minute leadership insight on fixing bad meetings. [Insert Video Clip] Previous Next

Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Accelerator Personalized Coaching System The Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Accelerator rapidly equips leaders like you with essential competencies for success in today's fast-paced, AI-driven environment. You will master strategic time and priority management, develop greater adaptability and agility, enhance decision-making and problem-solving capabilities, and effectively integrate AI and technology into their daily workflows. Additionally, you'll strengthen communication and collaboration skills, foster continuous learning, and build intellectual curiosity, ensuring you, your team, and organization are well-prepared for the future. The level of learning you will need to create time for each week requires that you elevate your leadership performance by mastering your most valuable asset - your time. Our specialized, high-impact coaching package delivers personalized insights, actionable strategies, and AI-driven enhancements to ensure immediate results and sustainable success. Contact us about small group and large group trainings. Contact Us Read the Executive Summary of Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Summary Listen to the Time Mastery 2.0 Deep Dive Corecast Episode : Read the Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Summary & Corcast Episode Time Mastery 2.0 Digital eBook: Your comprehensive, step-by-step guide. Customized AI Profile: A personalized AI-driven leadership blueprint to help you identify you key areas of focus to accelerate your growth in your career trajectory in the age of AI. 3 One-on-One Coaching Sessions with a Cortex Certified Executive Coach: Direct, focused guidance and accountability from your dedicated coach. Exclusive Access to AI Tools: Curated list and training on AI solutions that streamline your productivity and elevate your strategic thinking. Personalized Action Planner: Clear, customized plans tailored to your unique leadership goals and organizational outcomes. Your Full Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Accelerator Package Would Include What You'll Experience in the One-On-One Coaching Sessions with the Full Time Mastery 2.0: Executive Accelerator Program Deep Dive into your unique leadership assessment results. Custom-built AI profile outlining your distinct strengths, motivators, and productivity preferences. Orientation to the Time Mastery 2.0 system—personalized guidance on immediate application for maximum efficiency and clarity. Session 1: Personal Assessment and AI Profile Debrief (90 mins) Develop and refine your personalized, actionable execution plan. AI-supported prioritization strategies for achieving your highest-impact outcomes. Optimize your daily scheduled and workflows for peak performance and productivity. Session 2: Refining Your Time Mastery 2.0 Execution Plan (60 mins) Review your progress, troubleshoot any barriers, and reinforce new habits. Advanced strategies for sustaining focus, energy, and strategic thinking long-term. Strategic guidance on leveraging AI and your personalized system to anticipate and overcome future challenges proactively. Session 3: Sustaining Mastery and Strategic Acceleration (60 mins) All Materials are Personalized for You Proven Results. Clear, simple integration into your existing workflow. Enhances your strategic capability, leveraging your natural strengths. Empowers your leadership style with cutting-edge AI tools. Why Leaders Are Choosing Time Mastery 2.0 Get Started with Mastering Your Time Now! Contact us to get started on mastering your time to future-proof your influence and impact. Contact us about small group and large group trainings. Executive Accelerator Competency Outcomes Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Accelerator Package First name Last name Email Company name Position Single choice I am interested in Small Group Training for Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Accelerator Coaching Program I am interested in Large Group Training for Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Accelerator Coaching Program I am interested in one-on-one Training for Time Mastery 2.0 Executive Accelerator Coaching Program I would like information on getting Lynda McNutt Foster as a KeyNote Speaker. Submit Ready to Master Your Time?

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Cortex's Leadership Traits for the 21st Century The Six Main Leadership Traits for the 21st Century - McKinsey & Company Research Cortex Leadership Traits for the 21st Century Assessment: Assessment Cortex Leadership Traits for the 21st Century Scorecard Scorecard 21st Century Leadership Traits - McKinsey & Company Research Article Article 21st Century Leadership Traits - McKinsey & Company Deep Dive Corecast Episode:

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The Cortex Change Readiness Culture Kit - Phase 1 Understanding Change Through Openness, Action & Accountability Step One: Take the Cortex Change Readiness Self-Assessment Assessment Step Two: Read the Cortex Change Readiness Scorecard to better understand your score Scorecard Step Three: Read The Readiness for Growth Factor Article: Article Step Four: Listen to the Change Readiness Growth Equation Deep Dive Conversation Step Five: Print, review, and bring this handout to your session Handout

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Intentional Communication with DISC Cortex DISC Training is an interactive workshop designed to equip leaders with a deeper understanding of their strengths, challenges, and communication styles. Using personalized DISC reports, this session will explore behavioral preferences—both yours and those of others—while providing actionable strategies to enhance leadership effectiveness and team dynamics. After taking the DISC and Driving Forces Assessment, please print your report and bring it with you to the session. What Is The DISC and Motivators Assessment, and Why Am I Taking It? Your DISC and Driving Forces Assessment: DISC Assessment Your DISC Guide: DISC Guide DISC Training Agenda: Agenda