The definitive handbook on the amazing science of team dynamics and the ultimate resource for building high-performing teams, communities, and organizations. "Essential reading for creators, builders, and leaders" DANIEL H. PINK, author of Drive. "A deep dive into the dynamics of successful teams" ADAM GRANT, author of Think Again.

Our lives are full of teams, and they are not easy. Families are complex, workplaces are challenging – yet these dynamics shape us. So how can we avoid the common pitfalls of living and working together and get the most out of our teams? The solution is not to change individuals: it is to think about the collective.

In The Collective Edge, Colin Fisher, one of the world's leading experts on team dynamics, distills decades of research into practical strategies that help teams perform at their highest levels. Through case studies including billion-dollar companies, boutique design firms, and great sports teams, Fisher reveals how to compete without dysfunctional conflict, why conformity pressure can sometimes be positive, and why effective team leadership often depends on structure and organization rather than motivational speeches.

The secret to getting the most out of your teams is to learn how to work with the invisible forces of team dynamics rather than unconsciously being swept away by them. Whether you are a leader, a team member, or simply want to explore a different way of thinking, The Collective Edge provides essential wisdom that will forever change how you live and work.