Can Independence Foster Healthy Interdependence?
Team Dynamics
October 10, 2013
Susan Mazza
CEO, Clarus Works
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Collaborate, independence, interdependence, relationshipsA lively and insightful #PeopleSkills chat on Twitter led by Kate Nasser and David Moore got me thinking more deeply about the relationship between independence and interdependence as it applies to teamwork.
As I began to make the case for the value of those who work well independently to a team, several participants chimed in with differing opinions.
Suffice it to say independence and interdependence are not mutually exclusive. Both are essential to any healthy relationship and organization.
However, the independently minded can and do make a distinct contribution to the success of a team because they naturally practice these 3 habits... READ MORE
