One of the biggest myths in business is that collaboration means everyone must agree. In "Want Collaboration? Accept—and Actively Manage—Conflict," authors Jeff Weiss and Jonathan Hughes argue that the best results come from managed disagreement.
Before greenlighting a cross-departmental project, calculate the "collaboration premium." Subtract the costs of coordination and the opportunity costs of other work from the projected returns. If the number is negative, it’s better to work independently. 4. Become a "Connector" Leader HBR's 10 Must Reads On Collaboration
The Hidden Science of Success: Lessons from HBR on Collaboration One of the biggest myths in business is