The first step in building high performing team is to recruit the right people.
Ask you team "Where are we headed, and Why?".
The main things to take into account is shared team vision and alignment towards organisation goals instead of personal achievements.
I can say understand what motivates your team and you will be able to come up with wide variety of incentives.
In short, Choose the people who are likely to work together well, and build sense of shared identity.
