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By David Archer & Alex Cameron, Directors of Socia Ltd.

In recent years we’ve seen a dramatic rise in the number and range of partnerships and other business critical relationships across government and the private sector. In the UK we are betting the future of our public services on our ability to make public private partnerships work. At the same time, many international corporations are betting their reputation on their ability to collaborate with a worldwide network of suppliers (some of whom they may never even meet face to face). Biggest of all, we are betting the future of the planet on the ability of nations to work together to tackle global problems such as terrorism, financial crises and climate change. Research shows that there is a shortage of leaders with the right skills and experience to run these key relationships. Individuals in these roles face a whole set of leadership challenges about the sharing power and control with people outside of their own organization. 
 
This book gives managers the tools and confidence to manage these complex partnerships in a more collaborative way. It focuses on the individual, and on practical changes the reader can make in the way that they work to improve overall business performance. It also acts as guide for HR professionals and consultants who will be responsible for developing collaborative leadership capability in their organisations.

Today’s interconnected and volatile business environment demands a new kind of leadership.