Every day, we must work with others to solve problems and make decisions. Yet these efforts at collaboration often leave us frustrated. This work reveals why collaborative problem-solving seems so hard, and describes five time-tested principles for making collaborative efforts more joyful. The princ... Les mer

Every day, we must work with others to solve problems and make decisions. Yet these efforts at collaboration often leave us frustrated. This work reveals why collaborative problem-solving seems so hard, and describes five time-tested principles for making collaborative efforts more joyful. The principles are - Involve the Relevant Stakeholders, Build Consensus Phase by Phase, Design a Process Map, Designate a Process Facilitator, and Harness the power of Group memory.

David Straus is the founder of Interaction Associates, Inc. (IA) and has served in every major leadership position, including President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board. Under his guidance, IA has become a recognized leader in organizational development, group process facilitation, training, and consulting. Since its founding, Interaction Associates has consulted and provided training services to more than 1000 organizational clients, including 175 of the Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations worldwide. Lukk