Highly Effective Teams Unleash the Power of Exceptionally Cohesive Teams - Ricardo Vargas

I recently read Highly Effective Teams: Unleash the Power of Exceptionally Cohesive Teams by Ricardo Vargas. It’s an interesting read because it tackles a topic that is still very relevant today, how to make geographically dispersed teams truly work as one.

The book is straightforward and practical, focusing on communication, alignment and trust. Vargas makes it clear that technology alone is not enough, you need to create an environment where people feel part of something bigger. That means clear roles, well-defined objectives, and above all, discipline in the way collaboration happens.

One of the points that stood out to me is how strongly Vargas emphasizes that cohesion doesn’t just appear by itself. It’s built it requires intention and constant practice. It’s not only about virtual meetings, but about finding ways to maintain closeness even at a distance. The book includes examples that make it easier to picture how to apply these ideas in real situations.

It’s a short, simple, and useful read. Not a heavy theoretical manual, but a set of clear guidelines that any manager can use as a starting point to improve team dynamics.

I especially recommend it to those leading distributed teams or facing the challenge of keeping motivation and collaboration alive in virtual environments.