The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter

'The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter' (www.artofhosting.org) features a range of tools and methods designed to generate cooperative solutions and actions by harnessing the collective intelligence of diverse groups of people. T4P and associates are starting to apply them in situations around Leeds and beyond, and finding them highly applicable and fruitful...

The basic principles are:

· we innovate best through healthy, interconnected relationships

· between us, we already have all the wisdom we need, and it is at its best when shared for the greater good

· 'self-organisation' (as opposed to hierarchy etc) produces more energy, creativity and commitment

· positive change is more likely to take place in the space where chaos meets order

· leaders are those who create the conditions for inclusive engagement and co-creation

A range of methodologies are used within 'Art of Hosting' processes, including:

- world cafe

- open space technology

- appreciative inquiry

- circle practice

- harvesting

Seems like jargon?! Visit www.artofhosting.org to get more info, or get in touch with us to talk more...