Contemporary writers position ‘dialogue’ at the heart of change theory, but what do we mean by ‘dialogue’? The Tao of Dialogue explains through story what dialogue means, and how to leverage dialogic principles in managing relationships within the workplace. Accessible and innovative, it presents the basic principles of dialogue, defined as a way of thinking and reflecting together with others, through the story of Michael, the CEO of a company about to embark on a life-changing journey.
Key Features
- Engaging narrative that introduces the concept of dialogue through the experiences of Michael and his interactions with Hannah and Mark.
- Practical insights into human relationships, applicable to one-to-one and team/group settings.
- Summaries of dialogues and real-world applications provided at the end of each part.
- Relevant for coaches, business leaders, HR and L&D professionals, and consultants.
Additional Information
In the first half of the book, Michael is introduced to the idea of dialogue by Hannah, an internal change practitioner working within the organisation. He is encouraged to engage in dialogue with those he seeks to influence, which requires him to examine his mindset and proactively make changes to the ways in which he is communicating with his team and the wider organisation. In the second half of the book, Michael is assisted by Mark, an external consultant with expertise in dialogic team and organisational development, who helps him apply dialogic principles to leading his team. Emerging from dialogue between seven experienced, international coaches, The Tao of Dialogue will be of interest to coaches in practice and training, as well as academics and students of coaching, executive development, change management, and leadership development.
