Published
2016-10-14
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Collaboration Guidelines to Transform Culture
Benjamin Heslop
University of Newcastle
Kylie Bailey
University of Newcastle
Jonathan Paul
University of Newcastle
Antony Drew
University of Newcastle
Roger Smith
University of Newcastle
DOI: https://doi.org/10.24926/ijps.v3i3.137
Keywords: collaboration, psychopath, progressive, conservative, leadership, egalitarian, hierarchy, positive-sum, zero-sum, guidelines, religion
Abstract
Positive-sum behaviour arises when people expect a benefit from cooperation. This article argues that positive-sum behaviours give rise to a fairer, more civilized society; however, adoption of these behaviours is impeded by their complexity. For example, others’ actions may seem unpredictable, while individual benefit may seem intangible. Consequently, adoption of positive-sum behaviours could be encouraged by explicit instructions. This article proposes guidelines and outcomes for healthy collaboration, which is a positive-sum behaviour.
