0202. When Everyone’s Rowing, But The Boat Isn’t Moving Lean By Design podcast

0202. When Everyone’s Rowing, But the Boat Isn’t Moving

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Have you ever watched a rowing team give it their all only to spin in circles? That’s exactly how we feel when our teams pour in effort without clear roles and responsibilities.

In this episode of Lean by Design, we explore how vague decision‐making and overlapping tasks quietly drain momentum, leading to missed deadlines and frustrated teams. We’ll share how defining ownership, fostering psychological safety, and using simple digital tools can align everyone’s efforts so your boat actually moves forward.

Join us to learn how clarity of roles can transform your team’s productivity and make the journey more rewarding for everyone.

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Roles and Responsibilities (00:00:00)

2. Defining Roles, Accountability, and Responsibilities (00:06:48)

3. The Rowing Analogy: Teamwork in Action (00:13:10)

4. Red Flags: Identifying Role Confusion (00:18:04)

5. Leadership's Responsibility in Role Clarity (00:26:07)

6. Communication: The Core of Effective Teams (00:34:22)

7. Creating Safe Spaces for Team Success (00:44:40)

8. Key Takeaways and Closing Thoughts (00:51:50)

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