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Breaking Robert's Rules (text only) by L. E. Susskind by J. L. Cruikshank
Breaking Robert's The New Way to Run Your Meeting, Build Consensus, and Get Results [Paperback] Lawrence E. Susskind (Author)Jeffrey L. Cruikshank (Author)
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First published January 1, 2006
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September 8, 2012
Robert's Rules probably helped large deliberative bodies make decisions together back in the 19th Century when they were developed, but they are highly inappropriate for a group of 8 volunteers working to plan a community event in 2012. So why does nearly every non-profit organization embed a reference to Robert's Rules in their bylaws? Habit. Not knowing how else to do it. Somebody in the group liked how another group's structure worked and they attribute it to Robert's Rules. The lawyer said we should. Whatever the reason... Professor Susskind has a better way. If you serve on any kind of board or committee, run to the nearest bookstore and pick this one up. Do not pass Go. Do not collect $200.
August 2, 2011
A great primer on consensus and the Consensus Building Approach (CBA). Provides an easy to follow and understand system for moving your group from majority rules to consensus decision-making that can be used anywhere from a corporate board room to your local PTA. I read this in preparation to facilitate my local Co-Op's annual general meeting and I am looking forward to seeing it in action.
October 20, 2013
Important ideas, but since I operate in a world where Robert's Rules are rarely used, this isn't groundbreaking for me. Others have expanded on it with more compassion and respect for group and individual agency.
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