Us vs. Them - Overcoming Differences to Inspire Collaboration

Explore strategies for fostering collaboration in diverse teams through this Stanford webinar led by Professor Pamela Hinds. Discover how diversity drives innovation and learn well-established techniques for integrating different perspectives. Delve into topics such as overcoming "us vs. them" mentalities, building trust, creating psychological safety, and promoting effective conflict resolution. Gain insights on addressing cultural differences, managing virtual teams, and combating harsh attributions and subgrouping. Acquire practical advice for team leaders and participants to enhance teamwork across boundaries and maximize the innovative potential of diverse workforces.

Introduction
Overcoming Differences to Inspire Collaboration
Diversity is a key driver for innovation
Does working across boundaries increase innovation
Getting Information Out
Relevance
Us vs Them
Questions
What Can You Do
Effective Conflict
Shared Vision
Trust
Three Elements of Trust
Psychological Safety
Team Reflection
Summary
Thank you
Advice for teams
Cultural differences in innovation
Swift trust
Building trust
Options as a participant
Harsh attributions
subgrouping
virtual teambuilding