Team Lab

Team Lab
Podcast Description
Team Lab: Reimagining the Way We Work—a podcast dedicated to exploring the power of teams, the science and art of collaboration, and the magic of thriving relationships at work.
Hosted by Angela Migliaccio and Cori Caldwell, who've spent years coaching and empowering leaders across the tech industry and beyond, Team Lab invites you to rethink teams—not as hierarchical machines, but as vibrant, living ecosystems.
Each episode features relatable conversations, honest insights, and practical wisdom from pioneering leaders, systemic team coaches, and innovative changemakers. We'll uncover how successful teams build trust, foster alignment, navigate complexity, and unlock creativity. We even weave in listener submitted challenges and provide practical advice on how to move forward.
Whether you're a team leader, team member, coach, or facilitator, you'll walk away inspired and equipped with fresh perspectives on teamwork and collaboration.
**SUBMIT YOUR 'STICKY' TEAM DYNAMIC CHALLENGES HERE for a chance to hear us unpack it on one of our future episodes: https://forms.gle/d8tjzqgxJVYnhtTN8 **
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on team dynamics, collaboration science, and relationship-building within organizations, with episodes delving into topics such as the importance of psychological safety, practical exercises for team cohesion, and strategies for navigating team dysfunctions.

Team Lab: Reimagining the Way We Work—a podcast dedicated to exploring the power of teams, the science and art of collaboration, and the magic of thriving relationships at work.
Hosted by Angela Migliaccio and Cori Caldwell, who’ve spent years coaching and empowering leaders across the tech industry and beyond, Team Lab invites you to rethink teams—not as hierarchical machines, but as vibrant, living ecosystems.
Each episode features relatable conversations, honest insights, and practical wisdom from pioneering leaders, systemic team coaches, and innovative changemakers. We’ll uncover how successful teams build trust, foster alignment, navigate complexity, and unlock creativity. We even weave in listener submitted challenges and provide practical advice on how to move forward.
Whether you’re a team leader, team member, coach, or facilitator, you’ll walk away inspired and equipped with fresh perspectives on teamwork and collaboration.
**SUBMIT YOUR ‘STICKY’ TEAM DYNAMIC CHALLENGES HERE for a chance to hear us unpack it on one of our future episodes: https://forms.gle/d8tjzqgxJVYnhtTN8 **
Ever wonder why some teams thrive while others struggle, despite having talented people? The answer might surprise you.
In this first episode, Karen Duggan, a powerhouse organization development expert who’s coached literally thousands of teams throughout her career is here to break it all down!
Karen reveals the three non-negotiable elements that can transform an average team into an extraordinary one. Spoiler alert: it’s not what most leaders focus on!
She shares so many practical exercises and strategies that you can implement TODAY to strengthen team relationships and skyrocket collaboration. (Seriously, we had to split this conversation into two episodes because the wisdom just wouldn’t stop flowing!)
Get ready to take notes, challenge your assumptions, and discover what truly matters when building teams that create exceptional value.
In This Episode
Why slowing down to have real conversations accelerates team performance
Practical exercises to strengthen team relationships and collaboration
How to recognize and address team dysfunction
Strategies to elevate your team to unprecedented levels of performance
Resources
Psychological Safety / 5 Dysfunctions of a Team Model – Patrick Lencioni
About Our Guest
Karen Duggan is a renowned author and organization and talent development specialist who has coached over a thousand teams across various industries. Her unique approach combines practical tools with deep interpersonal work, helping organizations transform how their teams operate. Karen’s expertise in team dynamics has made her a sought-after speaker and consultant for companies seeking to cultivate exceptional teamwork.
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