social brain

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How many people make up the ideal team? How do groups bond, gain trust, and forge shared identities? How can leaders build environments that are resilient enough to respond to shocks while enabling people to succeed together? How can you feel close to people if your only point of contact is a phone or computer?

In their book, *The Social Brain*, leading experts from the worlds of evolutionary psychology and business management come together to provide an introduction to effective teamwork. They explain the size of working groups and how they are structured according to the nature of the task at hand. They offer practical tips on how to reduce tension and encourage collaboration. They illustrate the vital importance of balancing unity with the need for diverse perspectives and viewpoints. By explaining precisely how the "social brain" functions, they demonstrate how human groups operate and how to build great, high-performing teams.