Business Case

“Collaboration—the ultimate intertwining of skills, passions and knowledge – is what concocts the most shatterproof forms of changemaking.”

—Ian Somerhalder

A Real Collaborative Team Profile
  • Brainstorming and troubleshooting are engaging, productive, innovative and fun!
  • Members help each other instinctively!
  • Members respectfully challenge each other with ‘radical candor’.
  • Members are committed to the success of the team and their contributions to that success.
  • Challenges are met with “can do” attitudes and often result in improved solutions.
  • Successful outcomes are celebrated.
A Not So Collaborative Team Profile

We’ve all been there. You’re assigned to a team and no matter who you approach, you’re unable to get the team to collaborate. You’re stuck working as a group of individuals with conflicting perspectives, skills, and worst of all inconsistent expectations.

  • Unclear, inconsistent, and/or ineffective leadership
  • Unhealthy conflict
  • Lack of engagement
  • Fuzzy expectations
  • Vague plans
  • Lack of transparency
  • Inadequate resources

So, what is the magic formula that makes the difference?

Sometimes with the right people and circumstances, it happens organically. But more often there are too many variables for real collaboration to occur without some intervention.

Critical components for real collaboration include:

  • Clear and documented objectives with team buy-in
  • Adaptive and effective leadership
  • Appropriate resource allocation: human, technical and budget
  • A planned path to success, with quick wins and smart goals
  • Fully engaged members

This is not easy. Partner with us and we’ll help you put the pieces together to kick your organization into one of REAL COLLABORATION.

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