Collective Confidence: The Winning Formula of the World's Best Teams

What separates extraordinary teams from ordinary ones? It's not talent, resources, or luck--it's collective confidence.

From the USS Honolulu submarine crew to the underdog Croatian soccer team, from IDEO's design studio to the Quecreek Mine rescue, organizational psychologist Dr. André Martin (author of Wrong Fit, Right Fit) reveals how ordinary teams achieve extraordinary results when they truly believe in each other--and why most never get there. The evidence is clear: the collective, not the individual, is now the primary unit of performance in virtually every domain--from businesses navigating disruption to teams chasing championships to communities rising to meet their biggest challenges.

Drawing on decades of research and frontline case studies, Martin introduces six foundational principles that build and sustain collective confidence--the shared belief that a group, team, or collective holds in their capability to achieve greatness. More than theory, this book delivers a proprietary assessment tool, inspiring stories, and real-world strategies to transform your team from a collection of talented individuals into a cohesive force capable of unparalleled achievements.

In a world full of uncertainty, your team should be your greatest competitive advantage. Collective Confidence will show you how to make that a reality--and why it changes everything.

Author: Andre Martin
Publisher: It Revolution
Published: 09/08/2026
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 8.99h x 5.99w x 0.64d
ISBN: 9781966280088


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 07/20/2026
Library Journal 07/17/2026 pg. 1

About the Author
Andre Martin is an organizational psychologist and talent management executive with 20+ years of experience in talent development, executive team development, employee engagement, culture change, C-suite assessment & succession planning, innovation/design thinking, strategy development, and employee experience design. He is also a father, a husband, and a wildly curious learner who is dedicated to ensuring iconic brands become iconic companies.