Using Assessments to Build Stronger Teams Through Insight and Connection
At Legacy Consulting & Research Group, we recently partnered with a venture capital firm to deliver a team engagement workshop that focused on productivity and people. The session included administering a team assessment, exploring individual and collective work styles, and having candid conversations about how members navigate conflict and support one another under pressure.
Research consistently shows that effective teams don’t just happen; they are cultivated. Studies on psychological safety (Edmondson, 1999) highlight that when team members feel safe to express concerns and ideas without fear of negative consequences, organizations see increased innovation, stronger collaboration, and more sustainable performance. Similarly, conflict research demonstrates that when teams understand one another’s working styles, they are better equipped to transform disagreements into creative problem-solving rather than destructive friction (Jehn, 1995).
Our work at Legacy emphasizes these very principles. By guiding teams through structured assessments and evidence-based dialogue, we help leaders and their people build trust, align strengths, and create frameworks for resilience. This isn’t just about improving today’s conversations; it’s about equipping organizations to thrive during moments of acute stress when clarity, empathy, and adaptability matter most.
We’ve seen firsthand how these investments in team dynamics pay dividends—not just in morale, but in measurable outcomes such as decision-making speed, talent retention, and long-term organizational health.
If your team is looking to deepen trust, improve collaboration, and prepare for challenges with confidence, we’d love to connect. Contact our team today at info@legacycrg.com to schedule a free consultation and start a conversation about how our tailored workshops and research-driven practices can support your team.
Dr. Williams is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Legacy Consulting & Research Group.Dr. Williams has experience in executive coaching and assessment, consulting, research, and speaking. His research interests include multicultural competence, emotional intelligence, resilience, and leadership development. At Legacy, Dr. Williams works with clients, delivering executive coaching and consulting services. Dr. Cedric Williams is the author of Brick by Brick: Becoming a Clinical and Consulting Psychologist, a guide for first-generation professionals navigating careers. His work blends personal experience with research-based insights, offering practical strategies for thriving in both clinical and consulting settings. In addition to his experience in Consulting Psychology and Executive Coaching, Dr. Williams has served in the United States Army (active and reserve) since 2002. He is an Infantry Officer, who has served soldiers and their families in a variety of leadership positions.
References
Edmondson, A. (1999). Psychological safety and learning behavior in work teams. Administrative Science Quarterly, 44(2), 350–383. https://doi.org/10.2307/2666999
Jehn, K. A. (1995). A multimethod examination of the benefits and detriments of intragroup conflict. Administrative Science Quarterly, 40(2), 256–282. https://doi.org/10.2307/2393638
Cedric Williams, Ph.D.
