Want Collaboration? Accept—and Actively Manage—Conflict.

A reprint of the article "Want Collaboration? Accept—and Actively Manage—Conflict" by Jeff Weiss and Jonathan Hughes, which appeared in the March 2005 issue, is presented. The author argues that collaboration depends on embracing conflict, not avoiding it. It debunks three myths, including that teamwork training, incentives, or structure ensure collaboration. It outlines six conflict management strategies and shows, with company examples, how constructive conflict can lead to learning and innovation.