Elements of Successful Collaboration
Successful collaboration is a multi-dimensional process. We are not always aware of the elements that contribute to successful collaboration efforts. First, teams need to agree on what it means [...]
A-Players don’t make an A-Team
A sole focus on creating a team comprised of A-Players can result in “silo-mentality.” Team-building exercises won’t bring your team to a state of collective virtuosity – [...]
Bringing Humanity into the Picture
I just spent a weekend with my collaborator, Annie Fullard, who is the first violinist of the Cavani String Quartet (CSQ). A weekend in the life of a teaching artist is very full. From the time I [...]
What Motivates? Fear or Love?
I recently saw the movie Whiplash, which is about a young drummer who attends a renown jazz music conservatory in Manhattan. His dream is to become the next Buddy Rich. His talent is noticed by [...]
