Dialogic Process Consulting: Generative Meaning-Making in Action

by Robert J. Marshak

This book introduces a subtle but powerful Dialogic OD method that coaches and consultants can use to help clients address limiting assumptions and create new possibilities. The phrase “generative meaning-making in action” captures the essence of the approach. You will learn how to identify and address out-of-awareness mindsets during everyday conversations, how to deeply listen for the implicit mindsets that influence meaning-making in individuals, groups and organizations, and how to intervene through transforming talk to challenge or change them. The presentation draws on more than 40 years of experience consulting with organizations where the author developed the ideas and methods described in the book. Conceptual frameworks, how to’s, and extensive cases are presented throughout to illustrate the ideas and methods in practice.

101 pages, Paperback

Published October 16, 2019

Reviews

[EL · Rating 4 out of 5]

Essentially a collection of extracts from his other book, “Covert Processes”, contextualized for this title. Still has value as a book on its own; handy guide with some new actionable ideas.