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A community results from a web of complex and interdependent relationships that form over time among individuals who share common interests, values, and aspirations. Community members care deeply about one another and work closely together towards a common purpose.

Wikipedia Entry: community

A community is a social unit (a group of people) with a shared socially-significant characteristic(s), being place, set of norms, culture, religion, values, customs, or identity. Communities may share a sense of place situated in a given geographical area (e.g. a country, village, town, or neighborhood) or in virtual space through communication platforms.

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Peter Block Author, Consultant and Speaker

Peter Block is an American author, consultant, and speaker in the areas of organization development, community building, and civic engagement. He has had a huge influence on my thinking around Conversational Leadership, particularly his book Community: The Structure of Belonging Community: The Structure of Belonging | Peter Blockb Search and ExploreWebsiteAbundant CommunityWikipediaPeter BlockBlogAbundant CommunityYouTubePeter BlockGooglePeter BlockPosts: Continue reading Peter Block Author, Consultant and Speaker

It Is Our Task to Transform Ourselves From Social Creatures Into Community Creatures Scott Peck

We know the rules of community; we know the healing effect of community in terms of individual lives. If we could somehow find a way across the bridge of our knowledge, would not these same rules have a healing effect upon our world? We human beings have often been referred to as social animals. But we are not yet community creatures. We are … | Scottt Peck Continue reading It Is Our Task to Transform Ourselves From Social Creatures Into Community Creatures Scott Peck

Rebalancing Society: Radical Renewal Beyond Left, Right, and Center by Henry Mintzberg (2015)

Enough of the imbalance that is causing the degradation of our environment, the demise of our democracies, and the denigration of ourselves. Enough of the pendulum politics of left and right and paralysis in the political center. We require an unprecedented form of radical renewal. In this book, Rebalancing Society,  Henry Mintzberg offers a new Continue reading Rebalancing Society: Radical Renewal Beyond Left, Right, and Center by Henry Mintzberg (2015)

Leadership: the Capacity of a Human Community to Shape Its Future Peter Senge (2012)

My Definition of Leadership | Peter Senge People: Peter Senge (1)Peter Senge Systems scientistPosts: Peter Senge (1)After-action Reviews and the Habit of Thoughtful Leadership Conversations Nurturing a conversational cultureBooks: Peter Senge (11)After-action Reviews and the Habit of Thoughtful Leadership Conversations Nurturing a conversational cultureKnowledge Is the Capacity for Effective Action Peter SengeLeadership Is the Capacity Continue reading Leadership: the Capacity of a Human Community to Shape Its Future Peter Senge (2012)

How Have I Contributed to the Current Reality? Peter Block

Accountabilty is the willingness to acknowledge that we have participated in creating, through comission or ommision, the conditions that we wish to see changed. Without this capacity to see ourselves as cause, our efforts become either coercive or wishfully dependent on the transformation of others. Community will be created the moment we decide to act as creators of what it can become. This … | Peter Block Continue reading How Have I Contributed to the Current Reality? Peter Block

Organizations as Communities Henry Mintzberg (2013)

Posts where this video is embedded What Is Communityship?   Where everyone in a community practices leadership People: Henry Mintzberg (1)Henry Mintzberg Canadian academic and author on business and managementPosts: Henry Mintzberg (2)Reframing Questions Shifting perspective changes the conversationWhat Is Communityship? Where everyone in a community practices leadership Books: Henry Mintzberg (6)An Enterprise Is a Community of Continue reading Organizations as Communities Henry Mintzberg (2013)

Civic Engagement and the Restoration of Community: Changing the Nature of the Conversation Peter Block (2007)

Overview This booklet is written for citizens who care for the well-being of their community. It is for those people who want to live in a neighborhood and a city that works for all its citizens and who have the faith and the energy to create such a place. It is for those of us Continue reading Civic Engagement and the Restoration of Community: Changing the Nature of the Conversation Peter Block (2007)

Leadership-as-practice: Theory and Application by Joseph A. Raelin

This book Leadership-as-Practice by Joe Raelin develops a new paradigm in the field of leadership studies, referred to as the “leadership-as-practice” (L-A-P) movement. Its essence is its conception of leadership as occurring as a practice rather than residing in the traits or behaviours of particular individuals. A practice is a coordinative effort among participants who Continue reading Leadership-as-practice: Theory and Application by Joseph A. Raelin

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Introduction: Conversational Leadership Practice Areas Conversational Leadership Practice Areas

We live in a highly connected world where human, social, and technical complexity keeps increasing across organisations and societies everywhere. Attempts to control, simplify, or plan our way through it often fail and leave people disengaged. Conversational Leadership offers a practical response by using dialogue, shared responsibility, and participation to make sense and act together. Continue reading Introduction: Conversational Leadership Practice Areas Conversational Leadership Practice Areas

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Nurturing a Collaborative Culture Through Knowledge Cafés Using Knowledge Cafés to bridge silos and encourage open dialogue

Effective knowledge sharing is crucial for innovation and success in today’s world. However, many organizations struggle to nurture a culture of collaboration. Implementing Knowledge Cafés offers a practical pathway to enhance knowledge sharing and cultivate a collaborative environment. Continue reading Nurturing a Collaborative Culture Through Knowledge Cafés Using Knowledge Cafés to bridge silos and encourage open dialogue

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Three Questions for Meaningful Conversations Clarify focus, approach, and community-building in discussions

Conversations shape how we connect, collaborate, and solve problems. Groups often struggle to focus on the right issues, approach discussions constructively, or build a sense of community. Asking thoughtful questions can guide meaningful dialogue, ensuring conversations address vital needs, encourage participation, and strengthen relationships. Continue reading Three Questions for Meaningful Conversations Clarify focus, approach, and community-building in discussions

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What Makes a Real Community? Members of a community care about each other

A community is more than just a group of people with shared interests. Many networks and organizations call themselves communities, but they often lack the deeper connections that make a real community. True communities grow over time through meaningful relationships, shared purpose, and mutual care—not through design or construction. Continue reading What Makes a Real Community? Members of a community care about each other

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Community of Innovation ** A form of community of practice that is dedicated to the support of innovation.

Bridging Divides ** What Is a Community of Practice Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close A Community of Innovation (COI) is a  form of Community of Practice that is dedicated to the support of innovation. Resources Wikipedia: Continue reading Community of Innovation ** A form of community of practice that is dedicated to the support of innovation.

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What Is a Community of Practice A group of people who share a passion for something they do

People learn a great deal from one another, often in small groups that form naturally around shared work. Many organisations struggle because they treat this activity as something to manage rather than something to support. Communities of practice provide a straightforward approach for individuals to learn together through sustained, informal conversations. Continue reading What Is a Community of Practice A group of people who share a passion for something they do

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The Watercooler Effect How casual office chats strengthen connections and culture

Introduction: Conversational Environments ** The Value of Hallway Conversations Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close The water cooler or coffee machine serves as a key gathering spot in the office. Employees meet here for more than just Continue reading The Watercooler Effect How casual office chats strengthen connections and culture

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Ownership, Not Buy-in We need to move from buy-in to ownership

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

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Exploring the Multifaceted Roles of Trust in Relationships and Society Without trust our civilization would collapse

Trust is the force that holds our society together. It is the glue that connects us, builds communities, and is one of the foundations on which society depends. It is vital for society to function. Our civilization would collapse totally without it. Continue reading Exploring the Multifaceted Roles of Trust in Relationships and Society Without trust our civilization would collapse

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Positive Deviance in Action How everyday outliers spark lasting community change

In many communities, persistent problems such as malnutrition or disease often resist top-down solutions. Too often, experts overlook the hidden knowledge already present within the system. Positive Deviance offers a way forward by uncovering uncommon yet successful behaviors already practiced by insiders and building change from within. Continue reading Positive Deviance in Action How everyday outliers spark lasting community change