Difference between revisions of "Collaboration"

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According to Herzing University, teamwork skills include: Communication skills, Time management skills, Problem-solving skills, Listening skills, Critical thinking skills, collaboration skills and leadership skills.^[1]

Collaboration is the process of working together on a shared goal. It is central aspect of many companies,nonprofits, volunteer organizations, internet projects, wikis and grassroots movements.

William Gaver wrote:

• "The shift from computer systems that support a single user working alone to those supporting a group of users working together is a profound one. It leads to a consideration of the ways people work together in the everyday world and possible ways to extend and support their interactions."

Collaboration skills

According to Corey Moseley, a writer on company culture, employee engagement, and internal communications, as far as collaboration skills, "Collaboration is all about bringing people together from different departments, locations, and teams, then focusing their efforts on a common goal. But it can’t happen unless everyone’s on the same page, skill-wise. Collaboration is a process, but collaborating well is a skill that’s honed over time."^[2]

Key collaboration skills

Collaboration skills include:^[3][4]

1. Teamwork skills

2. Problem solving and decision making skills

3. Interpersonal skills

4. Open-mindedness, adaptability and flexibility

5. Communication skills

6. Emotional intelligence

7. Diplomatic skills such as compromise when it is optimal or necessary. See also: Agreeableness

8. Conflict resolution skills

9. Patience

10. Positive/constructive attitude

11. Organizational skills

12. Long-term thinking

13. Debate

14. Time management skills

15. Leadership skills

16. Project management skills

17. Critical thinking skills

18. Self-motivation - Take the initiative

High IQ individuals are more cooperative than low IQ people

See also: Intelligence and Agreeableness

Research indicates that high IQ people are more cooperative than low IQ people.^[5]

See also

• Social trust
• Agreeableness
• Interpersonal relations

External links

• What Are Collaboration Skills? Definition and Examples
• Collaboration Skills: Examples and Ways To Improve Them, Indeed
• Why the best companies have mastered collaboration
• How to have excellent collaboration skills, AI

References

1. ↑ 7 Important Teamwork Skills You Need in School and Your Career, Herzing University
2. ↑ What are collaboration skills (and why do they matter)? by Corey Moseley
3. ↑ What are collaboration skills (and why do they matter)? by Corey Moseley
4. ↑ Collaboration Skills: Examples and Ways To Improve Them, Indeed
5. ↑ Hive Mind: The Synergistic Effects of Being Around Really Smart People by Steven Handel