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How to build a culture of generosity at work

Encouraging altruism within teams requires being willing to ask for help—an action that can lead to collaborative innovation. This article by University of Michigan professor Wayne Baker suggests ideas on how to develop a team environment in which people feel more comfortable asking for help. Consider implementing these ideas within teaching teams and other contexts.

   Article

   10 minutes

   By: Greater Good Science Center, Wayne Baker

   Educator-prep | Leader-prep


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