238 Building High-Trust Teams: Interview with Leo Bottary

Aug 1, 2025

At a time when change seems to be happening at an unprecedented pace, organizations across all industries are facing an array of new challenges. The key to thriving in this uncertain environment lies not only in the strength of an organization’s people, but in the dynamics of its teams. 

As the Founder and Managing Partner of Peernovation LLC, Leo Bottary draws on what CEO peer groups have done exceptionally well for years in order to empower teams within organizations to experience the same level of trust, engagement, and growth. Leo is the award-winning author of three books, including “Peernovation Second Edition: Forged by CEO Forums. Perfected for Teams.” He is also a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, opinion columnist for CEO World Magazine, and an adjunct professor at Rutgers University. As our guest in Episode 238 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Leo shares the following: 

• 3 crucial dynamics that are often found among the highest-performing teams, as well as five factors that support these dynamics
• Why psychological safety is vital in order for teams to innovate and succeed – particularly when faced with rapid change – as well as techniques to help foster psychological safety within teams and organizations
• How forging personal connections among team members – tapping into our shared humanity and approaching each other with curiosity, vulnerability, and openness – can enhance creativity and boost results
• Tips to help CEOs and other leaders guide their teams to not only survive, but thrive, amidst change

To learn more about Leo Bottary and Peernovation, visit https://www.peernovation.biz or find Leo on LinkedIn. 

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