Why I Started TeamBridge Thailand And Why Your Team Might Be Struggling More Than You Realize

How did you get into TeamBridge Thailand?

It’s the question I’m asked most often when meeting new people—and for good reason.

It all began with a conversation I had with a friend who worked here in Chiang Mai. She was frustrated. Despite having talented staff and a strong work ethic, the business struggled with high turnover. Employees came and went, and morale was low.

As we unpacked what was going on, a deeper issue came into focus: people didn’t enjoy working there. And it wasn’t due to one glaring problem—it was a mix of factors. People from around the world were coming together under one roof, bringing with them different expectations, cultural norms, and motivations. Some were here for adventure, others for stability, others still for purpose.

What was missing was a bridge—something to help teams navigate their differences, communicate more effectively, and grow together rather than apart.

And this isn’t just a Chiang Mai problem—it’s everywhere. Businesses struggle to keep employees because people don’t feel valued. Expectations aren’t aligned. Communication breaks down. Team dynamics turn toxic. Or, the role simply doesn’t fit the person, no matter how wonderful they are.

I’ve seen this over and over again.

A kind, capable employee underperforms because they’re in the wrong seat. Two team members can’t stand each other, but no one knows how to navigate the tension. A well-meaning manager tries to communicate clearly, but no matter how many times they try, something always gets lost in translation.

This kind of dysfunction isn’t just frustrating—it’s expensive.

Replacing a single employee can cost your company up to 50% of their annual salary. Add to that the time, energy, and focus lost to constant conflict resolution, miscommunication, and underperformance, and the hidden cost of dysfunction becomes clear. Every time you’re putting out fires, you’re losing momentum where it matters most—progress.

And that’s where my passion comes in. By nature, I love when things run efficiently and effectively. It’s how I’m wired. So when I started to see how people problems were holding organizations back, I thought, there has to be a better way.

I turned to what I know—psychology, personality frameworks, team dynamics. I started running small trainings, gathering insights, testing what worked. I led seminars. I worked with teams across industries. I paid attention to what created real change.

And here’s what I learned:

When you understand who you’re working with—really understand them—everything gets easier. You learn their language. You anticipate their needs. You stop guessing and start working.

It’s not a magic fix. But it is powerful. And it works.

The problem is, many companies hesitate to invest in help. I understand—budgets are tight. But often, the same companies that complain about low productivity and staff turnover are the ones trying to patch a bad foundation instead of going back to the beginning.

What if it’s not your people—but your structure?

Think of your team like a building. If it’s misaligned at the foundation, no amount of surface patching will hold over time. We come in, look at what’s underneath, and help you strengthen the frame so the whole team can thrive.

I created TeamBridge Thailand to be your contractor.

We come in, pull off the patchwork, and look underneath—at the foundation of how your team works together. We help you understand your people. We help your people understand each other. We give you a roadmap for communication, motivation, and healthy team dynamics.

What would change in your business if you really understood your team? What if you knew what motivated them, what words resonated with them, and what patterns to watch out for?

We don’t sell a one-size-fits-all solution. We listen. We assess. We tailor everything to your team’s real needs.

And we’re ready to help you stop patching—and start building something solid.

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Janna Hanover
Janna Hanover

Janna is passionate about helping individuals and teams grow with purpose. Through a thoughtful, personalized approach, she equips people to harness their strengths, deepen self-awareness, and build the kind of resilient, connected teams that thrive—both personally and professionally.

As the founder of TeamBridge (Thailand) Co., Ltd, Janna partners with organizations to transform team dynamics and leadership culture.

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