October: A Season of Reset
October often feels like a reset. Schools reopen, routines return, and organizations begin looking toward the final stretch of the year.
From Teams to Tribes: Building Synergy in Times of Change
October has always carried the feeling of a fresh start. Schools reopen, workplaces return to full rhythm, and leaders begin mapping out the final quarter of the year. For organizations, this season isn’t just about getting back on track—it’s about asking: How do we finish strong, together?
At Lybra, after 14 years of working with organizations, we’ve noticed a clear pattern: the most successful teams don’t just work together—they transform into tribes.
A team is a group of people who share goals. A tribe is something deeper: it’s a community built on trust, synergy, and shared identity. And in times of rapid change, it’s tribes—not loose groups—that thrive.
Why Synergy Matters in Times of Change
We’re living in a world where change is no longer an occasional disruption—it’s the constant backdrop of our work. From evolving technologies like AI, to global uncertainty, to shifting team dynamics, organizations are navigating uncharted waters daily.
In this environment, synergy isn’t just an organizational perk. It becomes the glue that holds teams together and the engine that pushes them forward.
- Synergy boosts resilience. When trust and connection are strong, teams recover faster from setbacks and adapt more easily to shifting priorities.
- Synergy fuels productivity. Teams that are aligned spend less energy on conflict and confusion, and more on meaningful progress.
- Synergy deepens engagement. When people feel seen, valued, and supported, they bring more creativity, commitment, and joy into their work.
Synergy, in other words, transforms “my work” into “our mission.”
The Role of Personality Awareness
One of the most powerful tools we’ve used to build synergy is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). Why? Because synergy begins with understanding.
Here’s a simple truth: we don’t all think, decide, or recharge in the same way. Introverts and extroverts, thinkers and feelers, planners and perceivers—each brings something different to the table. And those differences can either cause friction… or create a rich blend of perspectives that sparks innovation.
For example:
- Introverts may prefer calm spaces and time to reflect before responding.
- Extroverts often thrive in dynamic brainstorming sessions.
- Judging types feel most comfortable with structure and deadlines.
- Perceiving types add flexibility and adaptability when plans shift.
When teams understand these differences, something powerful happens: they stop fighting against each other’s nature and start harnessing it.
It’s not about labeling people—it’s about creating awareness so that communication improves, collaboration strengthens, and burnout is reduced.
From Awareness to Action: Small Shifts, Big Impact
Many leaders ask us: Where do we begin? The journey from team to tribe doesn’t happen overnight—but it does start with intentional choices. Here are three practical shifts you can implement right away:
- 💬Check in, don’t just check up
Most workplace conversations are about deadlines and tasks. But synergy grows when leaders make space to ask: How are you doing? A genuine check-in communicates care, builds trust, and allows challenges to surface before they become problems.
- 👥Balance the voices in the room
Meetings often reflect the loudest voices, not the best ideas. A small act—like inviting quieter members to share their perspectives, or using written input alongside verbal brainstorming—can dramatically change the quality of discussions and decisions.
- 🎊Celebrate progress, not just results
Too often, teams only celebrate big wins. But tribes are built when leaders recognize the steps along the way—the late-night effort, the creative solution, the courage to speak up. These acknowledgments build momentum and keep motivation alive.
Looking Ahead
As we move toward Lybra’s 15-year milestone in 2026, we’re reflecting on the lessons that truly transform organizations. Again and again, one truth stands out: when teams feel connected, they exceed expectations—not because they’re told to, but because they want to.
So, as you look at your own team this September, ask yourself:
- Are we just a group of individuals moving in parallel?
- Or are we building a tribe—one that thrives on trust, synergy, and shared purpose?
Because in times of change, synergy isn’t optional. It’s the spark that carries teams forward, the difference between surviving and thriving.
Ready to Build Your Tribe? Let’s Talk
If you’d like to explore how MBTI, teambuilding, and leadership development can transform your team from a group into a tribe, we’d love to support you.
Visit our website or connect with us directly to design a customized program for your organization.
