Create a collaborative working environment in which interprofessional teams can develop their full potential. We rely on clear communication, mutual respect and continuous learning as the basis for success. Because when teams work well together, not only do the employees benefit, but so does the entire company.
As Henry Ford said: “Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, working together is success.” The ability to work together effectively as a team is crucial to achieving common goals.
Albert Einstein remarked, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” To be successful, we need to break down traditional barriers and adopt agile ways of working that encourage flexible and innovative thinking. Healthcare organizations, such as the Mayo Clinic, demonstrate that a team-oriented way of working not only improves patient care, but also strengthens interprofessional collaboration by successfully integrating different specialties.
A culture of collaboration not only boosts efficiency, but also innovation, employee satisfaction and the ability to respond quickly to change.