public mgt lessons from chimps

on PBS this evening there was a fascinating program showing how chimps and other primates use tools. "tool use" was thought to be what distinguished humans from animals. the apes also collaborate and participate in "organized aggression," and even seek out their own kind to murder. their societies are built around friendships and alliances. this is the beginning of culture. doesn't sound too different from our own system. how do humans free themselves from the laws of the jungle? our comprehension of consequence.

p.s. a true sign of friendship is falling asleep in eachothers company