David,
Thank you for the insightful post.
I believe you touched on a frequent problem in many organizations - executive/managers who unwilling or unable to LEAD.  Often team building is preferred because it allows the executive/manager to avoid the pain of making tough decisions.  The team becomes the focus of any ill will or scrutiny from those affected by the changes.  Leadership is often a lonely and thankless position in the short term but with great potential in the long term.