Many of the greatest accomplishments can only be reached by two people working together. Tenzing and Hillary were first to scale Everest. Malone and Stockton were the key to each other’s success on the basketball court. Eisner was never as effective at Disney without Wells. But while some partnerships reach great heights, others fall short. Why do some people click while others clash? What do great pairs have in common? And what can be learned from the most powerful partnerships to strengthen collaboration in work and life? Based on Gallup’s groundbreaking research, Power of 2 details the eight elements that prepare partners to succeed in their most important endeavors. Rodd Wagner and Gallup World Poll leader Dr. Gale Muller share the science and the secrets of successful collaboration. Mixing key insights about human nature, field-tested discoveries, and the inspiring stories of partnerships that reached the pinnacle, Power of 2 will change the way readers think about working with someone else.
Rodd Wagner is a New York Times bestselling author and a principal of Gallup.
His next book is "Power of 2: How to Make the Most of Your Partnerships at Work and in Life." "Power of 2" was written with Gallup World Poll leader Dr. Gale Muller, and includes groundbreaking research and profound insights on strengthening your collaboration.
Wagner advises senior executives in numerous industries on the best ways to strengthen their partnerships, increase employee engagement, and improve profitability. Wagner and James K. Harter, Ph.D., are authors of "12: The Elements of Great Managing", an American and Canadian bestseller published in 10 languages.
Wagner holds an M.B.A. with honors from the University of Utah Graduate School of Business. He was formerly the research director of the Portland Press Herald in Maine, a reporter and news editor for The Salt Lake Tribune, and a radio talk show host. When not writing or consulting, Wagner enjoys fly-fishing, snowboarding, and coaching youth lacrosse. He, his wife, Nora, and their children Noelle, Parks, and Charlie live near Minneapolis.
