Through decades of research and experience, I have identified five key elements that need attention for collaboration to work well. They apply whether you are establishing a new initiative, strengthening one that is already underway, or resetting work that has become difficult. This isn't a linear process. Each element weaves with the others, as needs emerge and context changes.

Foundations

Foundations

Strong collaboration begins with a clear purpose, an understanding of the context and clarity about who needs to be involved.

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Design

Design

The process needs to be deliberately designed around the people, kaupapa and context.

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Facilitate

Facilitate

Skillful facilitation creates the conditions for honest, inclusive and productive conversations.

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Implement

Implement

Collaboration needs to continue after people leave the room.

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Review and reflect

Review and reflect

Regular review helps the collaboration remain useful, responsive and on track.

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