<DIV>Are you frustrated by that common challenge called group decision-making? <I>Consensus-Oriented Decision-Making</I> can help! Clearly written and well organized, keep this book by your side and refer to it often. Groups you are part of will function better as a result.<br>-- Peggy Holman, author, <I>Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval into Opportunity</I><br><BR><p>For any group or organization to function effectively, it must be able to make decisions well. <I>Consensus-Oriented Decision-Making</I> is the first book to offer groups (and group facilitators) a clear and efficient path to generating widespread agreement while fostering full participation and true collaboration.</p><p>Poised to become the new standard for group facilitation, <I>Consensus-Oriented Decision-Making</I> combines:</p><ul><li>Deep insight into complex group dynamics</li><li>Effective conflict resolution techniques</li><li>Powerful communication skills</li></ul><p>Groups using this simple, step-by-step approach experience increased cohesion and commitment and stronger relationships as a result of their successful cooperation.</p><p>Incorporating the principles of collaboration, inclusion, empathy, and open-mindedness, the consensus-oriented decision-making (CODM) process encourages shared ownership of group decisions. The method can be used in any group situation, regardless of whether the final decision-making power rests with a single person or team, a vote of members, or unanimity.</p><p>Business, government, nonprofit, social, and community organizations can all benefit from <I>Consensus-Oriented Decision-Making</I>. Whether you are a designated facilitator or an active participant, understanding this powerful framework will help you contribute to the success of your group through achieving maximum participation and efficiency, a clearer decision-making process, better decisions, and improved group dynamics.</p><p><B>Tim Hartnett, PhD, </B>is a group facilitator and mediator who blends extensive knowledge of non-violent communication with insightful understanding of group dynamics and effective techniques for conflict resolution.</p><BR></DIV>