Every team moves through distinct stages of growth - but how can coaches skillfully guide them through each one?

In this episode of Teams Transformed, Georgina and Allard explore a refreshingly simple yet powerful model of team development, inspired by Gestalt theory and the work of the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland. Moving beyond the familiar Tuckman framework, they introduce a three-phase approach: beginnings (orientation and inclusion), middles (differentiation and constructive conflict), and endings (cohesion and integration).

You’ll discover:

• What each stage feels like for team members, and the psychological needs present at each phase.
• How to create psychological safety early on to set a strong foundation.
• Why healthy conflict in the middle stages is essential for growth and innovation.
• Ways to support endings so teams can integrate learning and move forward stronger.
• Practical strategies for applying this framework in both single sessions and ongoing coaching journeys.

Join us for rich insights and real-world examples that help coaches, leaders, and facilitators recognise where their teams are—and how to meet them there with purpose and awareness.

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