A Leader’s Coaching Toolkit: Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration and Teamwork

Cross-functional teams are the backbone of great product development. When collaboration works, these teams deliver innovation, efficiency, and user value. However, when collaboration breaks down, the team risks slow progress, low morale, or even project failure. As a leader, your role is to assess whether your teams are truly collaborating or just coexisting. You also need to know when and how to step in to support them. Here’s how to evaluate cross-functional collaboration, spot potential issues, and apply "hyper care" when necessary.

All blog posts, Coaching, Product LeadershipPetra Wille27 February 2025Coaching, Coaching Toolkit, Collaboration, Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaboration Is My Resistance: A Personal Story of Success and Joy

Throughout my life, I’ve witnessed and personally experienced the transformative power of collaboration. Measured in terms of both happiness and financial success, my journey has been shaped by partnerships, teamwork, and the ability to bring people together. I’ve found that collaboration, not competition, consistently leads to better outcomes, both in my professional life and in fostering a sense of fulfillment and doing no harm to others.

All blog posts, PersonalPetra Wille11 February 2025Resistance, Collaboration, Success