In this episode of Abrupt Future, Benoit interviews Dr. Hayden J. R. Woodley, an Assistant Professor of Organizational Behaviour at Western University's Ivey Business School. Dr. Woodley highlights the importance of understanding the distinction between a group and a team in the workplace and advocates for independent brainstorming before collaboration. He explores the challenges of maintaining team confidence and shares insights on how leaders can conserve this valuable resource. Benoit and Dr. Woodley discuss the impact of leadership styles on team cohesion and performance, emphasizing the interconnectedness of human resource management and organizational behavior. The episode concludes with a call to action for individuals to contribute to contextual performance and help colleagues improve for the benefit of the organization.