When looking at a challenging problem or question, the more perspectives that can be brought to bear, the better. According to Scott Page, author of The Difference: How the Power of Diversity Creates Better Groups, Firms, Schools, and Societies, we all get “stuck” when trying to answer tough questions, but “if we have people with diverse tools,71 they’ll get stuck in different places.” As you look for potential collaborators, aim for people with backgrounds, cultural experiences, and skill sets that differ from your own: diversity fuels creativity.
