Hbr's 10 Must Reads On Collaboration Apr 2026

One of the biggest myths in business is that collaboration means everyone must agree. In "Want Collaboration? Accept—and Actively Manage—Conflict," authors Jeff Weiss and Jonathan Hughes argue that the best results come from managed disagreement.

Morten Hansen’s research highlights a critical warning: internal collaboration can be "bad" for your company if the costs outweigh the benefits. HBR's 10 Must Reads On Collaboration

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. One of the biggest myths in business is

Don't avoid conflict; integrate it. Establish clear methods for resolving disputes at the point of disagreement so they don't escalate into "political" battles. 2. Master the "Biology" of Leadership HBR's 10 Must Reads On Collaboration