If you think politicians have a tough time staying monogamous, take a look at big corporations. Most partnerships that start out with promises of exclusivity soon run into tensions, cheating, or divorce. It’s better to accept that, in business, one partner rarely fulfills all your strategic needs. You must learn to live with — not avoid — polygamy. The key is to manage your multiple partners and not let your relationships run wild.
How to Manage Multiple Partnerships
If you think politicians have a tough time staying monogamous, take a look at big corporations. Most partnerships that start out with promises of exclusivity soon run into tensions, cheating, or divorce. It’s better to accept that, in business, one partner rarely fulfills all your strategic needs. You must learn to live with — not […]
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