Plan your partnerships and collaborations
with one workshop, one canvas and some reflections
Preview of planCOLLAB workshop
In a world of “random collaborations” and superficial networking, we provide a radical shift toward strategic clarity and purpose-driven partnerships. The core philosophy focuses on moving past vague intentions toward a “next-level conversation” that prioritizes professional impact, whether you are trying to solve a global geopolitical issue or simply seeking a minor improvement in a small business service.
planCOLLAB, this workshop, canvas and workbook will help you to grow your business, research and startup into a next level while spreading your impact horizontally and vertically with your organisation, knowledge and technology.
As a next step, plan your collaborations and partnerships with our framework.
Get access to your full support plan for your collaborations and partnerships:
- Online Webinar: Collaboration Plan
- Canvas PDF: Collaboration Plan
- Workbook PDF: Collaboration Plan
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Preview of planCOLLAB workshop
What is the objective of this collaboration plan canvas is to create collaborations as much quick as possible. Create effective conversations as much quick as possible to go to the yes or no fast. So which means, if we are a match or we are not a match. And this is not about algorithms at all, this is about human beings and what really we need. This is why we need to bring clarity. Because clarity creates impact from what you can offer and what you need.
In a world of “random collaborations” and superficial networking, we provide a radical shift toward strategic clarity and purpose-driven partnerships. The core philosophy focuses on moving past vague intentions toward a “next-level conversation” that prioritizes professional impact, whether you are trying to solve a global geopolitical issue or simply seeking a minor improvement in a small business service.
The Power of the clarity for your collaboration plan and collaboration pitch. The foundation of an effective collaboration is not just wanting to “make cool stuff,” but being able to articulate a specific value proposition:
- The impact: Defining exactly what you want to achieve.
- The offer: Clearly stating, “I do this thing.”
- The need: Identifying the specific gap the other party fills.
By approaching a potential partner or collaborator with this level of precision, the dynamic shifts. You are no longer just another person asking for a favor; you are perceived as a “mega professional” who understands their place in the ecosystem. This clarity commands respect and elevates the energy of the interaction.
You want to create a collaboration and partnerships beyond algorithms, and reach a human and professional connection. While technology often tries to match people through data, here, we emphasize that real magic happens through human-to-human alignment. Strategic collaboration is about recognizing that your “offer” is often exactly what someone else is missing. The goal of utilizing tools like a “collaboration plan canvas” is to bypass the “what” and move straight to the “how”.
When two parties agree on a mission, the conversation stops being a superficial discovery phase and becomes an execution-focused dialogue. This efficiency allows for a quick “yes” or “no,” saving time for both parties and ensuring a match based on genuine need rather than social niceties.
Even with perfect clarity, the text acknowledges that many collaborations fail due to internal hurdles like fear, procrastination, and lack of priority. This is where emotional intelligence and resilience become vital.
Being “busy” is often a mask for a lack of direction. True collaboration requires the emotional maturity to handle the “execution part,” which involves moving from the excitement of an idea to the grit of making it happen. By focusing on a “mini-mission” that matters to both the creator and the customer, collaborators can find the motivation to push through the resistance that stops most people from finishing what they start.
Summary of the “Magic”
Ultimately, the “magic” of this approach is the transition from randomness to intentionality. Whether shared via email, social media, or in person, a clear offer creates a magnet for the right partners. It transforms a request for help into a professional proposal for mutual success.