Why avoiding conflict might be stalling your progress
In short: While most of us instinctively shy away from confrontation, true innovation requires the courage to clash. This talk explores how deep disagreement serves as a vital engine for better outcomes.
Margaret Heffernan challenges the instinct to avoid conflict, arguing that the most effective research teams, businesses, and personal relationships are not mere echo chambers. Instead, she illustrates how progress depends on environments that allow people to disagree deeply and constructively.
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