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OverviewThe Power of Appreciative Inquiry describes the internationally embraced approach to organizational change that dramatically improves performance by engaging people to study, discuss, and build upon what's working - strengths - rather than trying to fix what's not. Diana Whitney and Amanda Trosten-Bloom, pioneers in the development and practice of Appreciative Inquiry (AI), provide a menu of eight results-oriented applications, along with case examples from a wide range of organizations to illustrate Appreciative Inquiry in action. A how-to book, this is the most authoritative and accessible guide to the newest ideas and practices in the field of Appreciative Inquiry since its inception in 1985. The second edition includes new examples, tools, and tips for using AI to create an enduring capacity for positive change, along with a totally new chapter on award-winning community applications of Appreciative Inquiry. The Power of Appreciative Inquiry describes the internationally embraced approach to organizational change that dramatically improves performance by engaging people to study, discuss, and build upon what's working - strengths - rather than trying to fix what's not. Diana Whitney and Amanda Trosten-Bloom, pioneers in the development and practice of Appreciative Inquiry (AI), provide a menu of eight results-oriented applications, along with case examples from a wide range of organizations to illustrate Appreciative Inquiry in action. A how-to book, this is the most authoritative and accessible guide to the newest ideas and practices in the field of Appreciative Inquiry since its inception in 1985. The second edition includes new examples, tools, and tips for using AI to create an enduring capacity for positive change, along with a totally new chapter on award-winning community applications of Appreciative Inquiry. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Diana Whitney , Amanda Trosten-Bloom , David L. CooperriderPublisher: Berrett-Koehler Imprint: Berrett-Koehler Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 15.40cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.00cm Weight: 0.490kg ISBN: 9781605093284ISBN 10: 1605093289 Pages: 336 Publication Date: 08 March 2010 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsForeword by David Cooperrider Chapter 1: What is Appreciative Inquiry Chapter2: A Menu of Approaches to Appreciative Inquiry Chapter3: Eight Principles of Appreciative Inquiry Chapter4: Appreciative Inquiry in Action: From Origins to Current Practice Chapter5: Getting Started Chapter6: Affirmative Topic Choice Chapter7: Discovery: Appreciative Interviews and More Chapter8: Dream: Visions and Voices of the Future Chapter9: Design: Giving Form to Values and Ideals Chapter10: Destiny: Inspired Action and Improvisation Chapter11: Why Appreciative Inquiry WorksReviewsResults from Appreciative Inquiry at Green Mountain Coffee vastly exceeded my expectations. This marvelous book explains the process of AI and shares the excitement. It describes a process that truly will make the world a much better place. --Bob Stiller, founder and chair, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters <p> “Results from Appreciative Inquiry at Green Mountain Coffee vastly exceeded my expectations. This marvelous book explains the process of AI and shares the excitement.  It describes a process that truly will make the world a much better place.” —Bob Stiller, founder and chair, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters <p> Results from Appreciative Inquiry at Green Mountain Coffee vastly exceeded my expectations. This marvelous book explains the process of AI and shares the excitement. It describes a process that truly will make the world a much better place. --Bob Stiller, founder and chair, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Author InformationDiana Whitney, PhD, and Amanda Trosten-Bloom lead Corporation for Positive Change, an internationally recognized consultancy whose mission is to bring Appreciative Inquiry to the most pressing issues of our time. Together, they have authored over a dozen groundbreaking books on Appreciative Inquiry. Diana Whitney, PhD, and Amanda Trosten-Bloom lead Corporation for Positive Change, an internationally recognized consultancy whose mission is to bring Appreciative Inquiry to the most pressing issues of our time. Together, they have authored over a dozen groundbreaking books on Appreciative Inquiry. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |