Publication Date: October 31, 2025
🕒 5 minute video

What do you do when your best performer is also your biggest challenge?

In this episode of Dear HR Insider, host Cinthia Williams sits down with HR expert Lisa Cooper to tackle a common leadership dilemma: a top performer causing team trouble.

Together, they explore how to balance individual performance with team health – from setting clear expectations and addressing behavior early, to building a culture where collaboration and respect matter just as much as results.

🎯 You’ll learn:

• How to coach high performers who disrupt team dynamics
• Why ignoring toxic behavior can erode morale and productivity
• Practical steps to realign behavior without losing top talent

Watch the full interview below! 👇

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