Effective companies are moving from a hierarchical model to a networking model.  This applies to work within companies and between companies.  Research at the Center for Creative Leadership has identified collaboration as a leadership competency that is needed and is in short supply moving into the future.  An insightful resource is the newest book from Gallup Press:  Power of 2:  How to Make the Most of Your Partnerships at Work and in Life by Rodd Wagner and Gale Muller.  The authors provide insight and advice on the eight elements that make or break a partnership.  These are the ingredients for maximizing the performance of your team and company.

Dick Daniels

President, The Leadership Development Group