an online book by David Gurteen
Ownership is when you own or share the ownership of an idea, a decision, an action plan, a choice. It means that you have participated in its development; that it is your choice freely made. Buy-in is the exact opposite. Someone else, or some group of people, has done the development, the thinking and the deciding, and now they have to convince … | Engaging Everyone with Liberating Structures Continue reading Ownership Not Buy-in Group Jazz
Organizations often design change through plans and then seek buy-in from others to implement them. This approach creates resistance, weak commitment, and superficial compliance rather than real engagement. A more effective path is to involve people early, enabling shared ownership so change emerges through participation, contribution, and everyday conversation. Continue reading Ownership, Not Buy-in We need to move from buy-in to ownership
Many organizations host Knowledge Cafés primarily to facilitate pleasant conversations. Without a clear purpose, these gatherings rarely lead to meaningful change. Use the Café as a practical response to a real issue, design it with intent, and let the conversation drive understanding, connection, and action. Continue reading Knowledge Café: Getting Started Make an impact
