James W. Tamm and Ronald J. Luyet provide practical tools that will increase your ability to collaborate. You will learn to be less defensive, more aware of others, and to problem-solve and negotiate differences. Collaboration skills have never been more important, and these skills are absolutely essential for today's workplace. This book is a how-to manual for anyone who wants to create trusting, collaborative environments and transform groups into motivated and empowered teams.

"First HarperBusiness hardcover edtion published 2004"--Title page verso.

1st essential skill /Collaborative intention -- 2nd essential skill / Openess -- 3rd essential skill / Self-accountability -- 4th essential skill / Self-awareness and awareness of others -- 5th essential skill / Negotiating and problem solving -- Conclusion / Getting real and getting on with it.