The very essence of human existence is working together as a species for survival and prosperity. Individual commitment to a common collective makes us thrive no matter what the uncertain times throw at us. From fighting against a global pandemic to saving our planet’s environment and improving our own health by promoting plant-based living, it is teamwork and mutual trust that helps us achieve such lofty goals.
Sharing ideas, motivating your peers and partners and celebrating the success together is fundamental in all parts of life; be it business, sports or family. Yes, it is important to have your individual identity, goals and desires; but it is equally important to remember that we are part of a civilization that reproduces and advances together. Similarly, it is easier to overcome obstacles as a team.
Look at all the successful and colossal things in the world from mammoth monuments to business conglomerates. Were they built by an individual? Absolutely not.
Here are a few quotes to inspire you to celebrate and cherish the power of collaboration:
“If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”
– African Proverb
“It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed.”
– Napoleon Hill
“Many ideas grow better when transplanted into another mind than the one where they sprang up.”
– Oliver Wendell Holmes
“One piece of log creates a small fire, adequate to warm you up, add just a few more pieces to blast an immense bonfire, large enough to warm up your entire circle of friends; needless to say that individuality counts but teamwork dynamites.”
– Jin Kwon
“No matter how brilliant your mind or strategy, if you’re playing a solo game, you’ll always lose out to a team.”
– Reid Hoffman
“Great things in business are never done by one person; they’re done by a team of people.”
– Steve Jobs
“Cooperation is the thorough conviction that nobody can get there unless everybody gets there.”
– Virginia Burden
“It takes two flints to make a fire.”
– Louisa May Alcott
Written by Gagan Dhawan
