Chapter 4 : Building a Collaborative Culture
This chapter discusses the importance of putting relationships first. “These interactions become the bases for getting to know each other and finding common perspectives and experiences” (Nussbaum-Beach, 59). It is important to have both congenial and collegial relationships. Congeniality refers to the polite, friendly relationships we have with one another. On the other hand, collegiality is a shared belief that none of us is as good as all of us, and we can all contribute to improved individual practice. Establishing trust is another key topic from this chapter. “Trust is one party’s willingness to be vulnerable to another based on the confidence that the other is benevolent, reliable, competent, honest, and open” (Nussbaum-Beach, 60). These characteristics help to bond people and communities together, even if they are online. For my future career, trust is beyond important. If I do not give off the impressi...