Catalyst: Launching a Winning Team

The blueprint for leading successful teams

You have the idea. You have the opportunity. Now it's time to bring people together and turn it into something great.

In this Catalyst workshop, you'll learn how to create momentum from day one, establish a positive team culture, and set your team up for success.

By the end, you will know how to build trust, align your team around a shared vision, define clear expectations, and avoid the common mistakes that cause teams to lose momentum before they ever get started.

In this workshop, participants will:

  • Learn the essential steps to successfully launch a new team
  • Create a compelling vision that inspires others to get on board
  • Establish team expectations, roles, and norms that set everyone up for success
  • Build trust and psychological safety from the very beginning
  • Develop practical strategies for leading teams with confidence—even if it's your first leadership role

Whether you're preparing to lead for the first time or want your next team experience to be your best one yet, this workshop will give you the tools to build a team people want to be part of.

Fall 2026 Schedule

  • Monday, August 31st 6:00 8:00 p.m. and
  • Monday, September 14th 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

This module is in-person. 

Registration is Open!

Registration is now open for Doerr Institute fall semester programs. The deadline to register is Friday, September 4th.
 
Register early!
Registration is first come, first served. Once a workshop reaches capacity, registration will close—register early to secure your spot.

Questions? Email us at leadership@rice.edu.

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