Lesson 4: Build a team that “vibes” | Edward Norton

“You know, you don’t talk very much ... I like you.” It’s what Ellie from Pixar’s Up tells her future husband Carl on the first day they meet. While not necessarily the best way to make a good impression, silence can be a surprisingly powerful tool. Actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur Edward Norton didn’t provide his voice talents to Up, but he supports Carl’s approach. When you’re meeting someone for the first time, you can learn a lot about them by letting them be the ones to speak. In this video lesson, Norton provides guidance on how to choose who you work with and how to shape cooperative relationships. Pick your partners carefully Conversation can help you recruit the right person. But don’t just say what you think. Ask a question and shut up.Anybody can “yes” you if you overexplain what you’re looking for. You’ll learn a lot more if you let the other person fill the space. Find roles organically If you don’t need a “leader” early on, set off as a group of equals. Then you can naturally fall into your strengths.You don’t always have to know who’s in charge as long as the team enjoys working that way and feels greater than the sum of its parts. © Freethink Media Inc., All Rights Reserved. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Edward Norton: Edward Norton is an actor, director and philanthropist. He has been nominated for three Academy Awards, for Best Supporting Actor in "Primal Fear" and "Birdman", as well as Best Actor in "American History X." His other notable films include "Fight Club" (1999), "25th Hour" (2002), "The Incredible Hulk" (2008) and "Keeping the Faith" (2000), which he also directed. Norton is also known for his work on environmental and social issues like renewable energy and low-income housing. In May 2010, Norton co-founded the website Crowdrise, an online platform that harnesses the power of social networks for charities.