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What if you could identify a mission-critical issue for your organization, bring together the people with something to contribute and something at stake, focus on that issue and take decisive action all in the same meeting? A fantasy? Not with the application of Open Space Technology. Open Space Technology is a methodological tool that enables self-organizing groups of all sizes to deal with hugely complex issues in a very short period of time. Authored by the originator of Open Space Technology, Open Space Technology: A User's Guide details what needs to be done before, during, and after an Open Space event. It is the most authoritative book available on how to plan and run a successful Open Space event. This 3rd edition adds a survey of the current status of Open Space Technology around the world, an updated section on the latest available technology for report writing (a key aspect of the Open Space process), and an updated list of resources.

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Harrison Owen is the president of H.H. Owen and Co. and the author of The Power of Spirit, The Spirit of Leadership, and Expanding Our Now: The Story of Open Space Technology.

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Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers; 3 edition (April 1, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1576754766
ISBN-13: 978-1576754764
Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.9 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

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Open Space, User's Guide, Unexpected Gifts, Site Preparation, Talking Stick Ceremony, Native Americans, Trust the People, Evening News, The Plan, Breaking News

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5.0 out of 5 stars A highly recommended book for both personal and community library business collections, July 11, 2008

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Organizing meetings can be a bit of an arduous task when the amount of participants reaches nearly two thousand. "Open Space Technology: A User's Guide" introduces a new concept for businesses to follow known as open space technology, where groups can self-organize in a short amount of time. To implement the technique into one's business, "Open Space Technology" lays out a step by step guide including all the resources one needs to get ideas off the ground. The third edition features a survey of open space technology's current usage around the world and an updated list of resources. A highly recommended book for both personal and community library business collections.

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