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Unity over division
“We build too many walls and not enough bridges.”
- Isaac Newton
In order to accomplish big feats, it takes many people working together toward common goals. Whether in business, government or academia, it’s all about a group effort. It’s how buildings get built, laws get passed and research gets published. It’s all about collaborating together. Very little gets accomplished with an “every person for themselves” mentality. When we band together, that’s when monumental stuff gets done.
The teamwork mentality does not always work, however. Even within teams or groups of like-minded individuals, disagreements happen. Not everyone is always going to be on the same page. Not everyone will agree on the best course of action. This is where understanding and compromise become so important. It should not matter whether it’s at the office or at home, a little give and take is usually required to come to an agreement.
A little diplomacy can go a long way. This applies to any type of organization or group of people. Not everyone is going to get their way. Sometimes, the two sides are so far apart that any kind of compromise seems unattainable. It happens. Sometimes it’s better to move on. However, if moving on is not an option, making a compromise and coming to an understanding is crucial in preventing a situation from getting worse. Being…
