Overview
The essential, bestselling guide to designing and leading useful and effective group conversations, now completely revised and updated.
The Art of Focused Conversation is the quintessential theoretical and practical guide to group communication and participatory decision-making. Incorporating over 60 years of meticulous research and collaborative development, this perennial, international bestseller is an indispensable addition to any facilitator's toolkit.
The Focused Conversation Method at the heart of The Art of Focused Conversation is a core component of the Technology of Participation (ToP) methodology developed by the Institute of Cultural Affairs. The original book is widely regarded as a key resource for designing and leading useful and effective conversations and fostering consensus and collaboration. This fully updated and revised edition includes:
- Preparation and guidelines for discussing challenging topics and facilitating a focused conversation
- A comprehensive overview of the ORID framework, made up of Objective, Reflective, Interpretive, and Decisional questions which guide a group to wise decisions
- In-depth analysis of how the underlying structure of ToP is based on applied phenomenology and is supported by the latest findings in neuroscience and social psychology
- New sections on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work-life balance; conflict resolution; and guiding focused conversations online
- 125 sample conversations that can be adapted to any situation.
Invigorate and elevate your group process with this invaluable resource—required reading for facilitators, leaders, educators, and anyone who wants to think clearly and guide thoughtful conversations.
This book title, The Art of Focused Conversation, Second Edition (More Than 100 Ways to Access Group Wisdom in Your Organization), ISBN: 9781774060124, by R. Brian Stanfield, Jo Nelson, published by New Society Publishers (September 10, 2024) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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