On Collaboration: Hbr's 10 Must Reads

The Hidden Science of Success: Lessons from HBR on Collaboration

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

Morten Hansen’s research highlights a critical warning: internal collaboration can be "bad" for your company if the costs outweigh the benefits. The Hidden Science of Success: Lessons from HBR

You can find the full collection, including these articles and more, through retailers and sites like the HBR Store , Amazon , and Barnes & Noble . Herminia Ibarra and Morten Hansen describe the most

The featured article in this collection, "Social Intelligence and the Biology of Leadership" by Daniel Goleman and Richard Boyatzis, explores how a leader’s brain literally impacts their team's performance.

Herminia Ibarra and Morten Hansen describe the most effective C-suite executives as "collaborative leaders" who don't just manage down—they manage across.