Creating Effective Groups: The Art of Small Group Communication

by Randy Fujishin

Creating Effective Groups, Second Edition provides a straightforward introduction to the study of small group communication, group decision-making, group problem solving, group dynamics, leadership, and team building. This practical book gives students the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate more effectively in the small group setting. The second edition ofCreating Effective Groups contains new sections on reducing speaking anxiety, intercultural awareness, new end of chapter exercises, and more. With the help of this book, any group member can learn the skills necessary to participate in and lead a task group in an effective, productive, and healthy manner.

Genres: Psychology

193 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2000

About the author

Randy Fujishin is an accomplished author, counselor, and former chair of the Communication Studies Department at West Valley College in California where he taught for 40 years.
With graduate degrees in communication studies and clinical psychology, he is a sought-after speaker at churches and conferences across the western United States. He is also a clinical therapist who coaches corporate executives and senior pastors to increase their interpersonal communication effectiveness and impact.
Most importantly, Randy is a loving husband of 38 years, an encouraging dad, and a fun grandpa. He drives a Jeep, rides a Moto Guzzi motorcycle, and has completed a solo motorcycle trip across the United States and back.

Reviews

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a textbook, this is great. Straightforward language written poignantly but with brevity. Focuses on problem-solving groups, the skills and techniques are useful in most aspects of life. It cost under $15 used and I’m keeping it as a life reference.

[Jennifer Reynolds · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was extremely helpful for leading a group. I found it helpful when discipling my high school students at church. I plan to use the strategies when I do group counseling as a therapist.

[Salsabrarian]

Chapters 7-8 (Guiding Discussion, Leading a Group)