{"product_id":"the-art-of-focused-conversation-second-edition-more-than-100-ways-to-access-group-wisdom-in-your-organization-paperback","title":"The Art of Focused Conversation, Second Edition: More Than 100 Ways to Access Group Wisdom in Your Organization - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eR. Brian Stanfield\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eJo Nelson\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe essential bestselling guide to designing and leading useful and effective group conversations, now completely revised and updated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegrating over 60 years of research and development, this essential guide to group communication and participatory decision-making is an international bestseller.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Art of Focused Conversation\u003c\/em\u003e, a core component of the Technology of Participation (ToP) methodology by The Institute of Cultural Affairs, is vital for facilitators aiming to lead effective conversations and foster collaboration. The fully updated and revised edition includes: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparation and guidelines for discussing challenging topics and facilitating a focused conversation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA comprehensive overview of the ORID framework, made up of Objective, Reflective, Interpretive, and Decisional questions which guide a group to wise decisions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-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\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew sections on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work-life balance; conflict resolution; and guiding focused conversations online\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e125 sample conversations that can be adapted to any situation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvigorate 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR. Brian Stanfield \u003c\/strong\u003ewas a recognized leader in the fields of community development and facilitation. As well as his decades of experience as an educator and researcher, he held the position of Director of Publications at the Canadian Institute of Cultural Affairs for many years. In his career with ICA, he played a role in developing the Technology of Participation (ToP) methods, which are widely used in group facilitation and community work around the world. He was editor of the magazine \u003cem\u003eEdges: New Planetary Patterns\u003c\/em\u003e, General Editor of the first edition of \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Focused Conversation \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eThe Workshop Book\u003c\/em\u003e, and author of \u003cem\u003eThe Courage to Lead\u003c\/em\u003e. Brian's work made a lasting contribution to the use of participatory practices in facilitation. He died in 2006.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJo Nelson \u003c\/strong\u003eis a Certified ToP Facilitator, a founding member of the International Association of Facilitators (IAF), and an IAF Certified Professional Facilitator Emeritus. She worked globally with the Institute of Cultural Affairs (ICA) for 50 years, facilitating participatory development projects in many countries, and designing and teaching all of ICA Canada's ToP facilitator training programs. She has used and refined the Focused Conversation Method since its inception, was a contributor to the first edition of \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Focused Conversation\u003c\/em\u003e, and is author of \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Focused Conversation for Schools \u003c\/em\u003eand co-author of \u003cem\u003eGetting to the Bottom of ToP: Foundations of the Methodologies of the Technology of Participation\u003c\/em\u003e. Jo has received several awards for her contributions to the field of facilitation, and has been inducted into the IAF Hall of Fame. Jo Nelson lives in Toronto, Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 368\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 8.9 x 7.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 10, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50752717652274,"sku":"9781774060124","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/1608\/0946\/files\/rhf1q_Gv9S9781774060124.webp?v=1766656556","url":"https:\/\/deskinlawfirm.com\/products\/the-art-of-focused-conversation-second-edition-more-than-100-ways-to-access-group-wisdom-in-your-organization-paperback","provider":"DLF Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}