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Training Magazine Book Review
Training Magazine - October 2007
"Few business leaders are comfortable with the idea of deciding by consensus, and many are unwilling to provide an opportunity of inclusive leadership. Consensus, by definition, is for everyone, and can be learned by anyone. "Consensus through Conversations" provides just that."
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Tips on Reaching Consensus
Security Management - May 2007
Managers who serve as facilitators must learn to recognize and address disruptive behaviors that undermine the spirit and practice of consensus.
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The End of Meetings: Put Relevance in the Conference Room.
Leadership Excellence - March 2007
"Long before the invention of conference tables, white boards and palm devices, people began sitting together in circles, usually around a fire, doing what comes naturally—talking, listening, debating. and deciding together on a course of action. But somewhere along the way from the Stone Age to the Information Age, things went terribly wrong with "the meeting."
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The Colorado Lawyer Book Review
January 2007
"Larry Dressler is a familiar name in the business community; however, his new book, Consensus through Conversation: How to achieve High-Commitment Decisions, has several possible applications to the field of law. "
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Consensus-building as an energizing experience.
The Hamilton Spectator - January 6, 2007
"Consensus through conversation or a colonoscopy? Before dropping our drawers, consider this. Maybe we've yet to experience consensus-building done right."
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Retreats that Make a Difference - How to create a successful off-site staff event.
Training + Development - December 2006
"Organizations invest substantial money and time in off-site retreats for executives, staff, and board members. Yet partcipants frequently lament that such gatherings have little lasting effecto on work productivity."
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The Evolved Leader: Moving Beyond Blame
Colorado HR Success - Winter 2006
"Remember Koko, the 280-pound gorilla famous for her ability to communicate with her trainers in sign language? One day Koko's trainer knowingly asked her who had broken a toy cat. Koko casually pointed at Kate her night handler, indicating who the real culprit was. It seems we haven't evolved as far from our cousins the great apes as we think."
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The Good Part About It Being a Jungle Out There
Interview for Inside Training Newsletter - July 26, 2006
"There is much to learn by the jungle's example when it comes to workforce management. Larry Dressler, author of the book Consensus through Conversation: How to Achieve High-Commitment Decisions has culled a slew of management tips from his experience living and working in the Amazon rainforest."
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Radio Interview
First aired on October 19, 2006 -
Interview with Larry Dressler by Michael Conner, Editor of Business Ethics Magazine, on Sirius Radio's "Good Business". The interview was about the book and recent release of Consensus Through Conversation
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Secrets in Creating Highly Successful Off-Site Retreats
Interview with Larry Dressler by Investor's Business Daily reporter Morey Stettner, November 20, 2006. "The decisions you make before and after hosting an off-site retreat for your management team will determine if it is a success."
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