<!-- bryant-content-generator:start --> # Don't let infighting, territorialism, or careerism... > Don't let infighting, territorialism, or careerism set you back. {{The task of leadership is showing people the obvious ways they can and should work together.}} {{Cooperation is a higher principle than competition.}} {{Unhealthy competition can motivate people, but not without friction, loss of energy, and unnecessary collateral damage.}} {{Cooperation is more elegant and efficient than competition. Inspire people to work together.}} {{Fear, suspicion, distrust, and resentment cannot rear its ugly head where there is an atmosphere of trust and partnership.}} **Source:** [[books/Various Writings|Various Writings]] <!-- bryant-content-generator:end -->