Appreciative Inquiry Handbook for Leaders of Change (Second Edition), The

Journal for Quality and Participation, The, Summer 2008

The Appreciative Inquiry Handbook for Leaders of Change (Second Edition)

Authors: David Cooperrider, Diana Whitney, and Jacqueline M. Stavros

Abstract: Appreciative Inquiry (AI) has been used to undertake trans- formational initiatives in dozens of organizations. Its underlying assumption is that every organization has things that work right - things that give it life when it is vital, effective, and successful. AI begins by identifying this positive core and connecting organizational visions, plans, and structures to it in ways that heighten energy and inspire action for change. This book presents the concepts, examples, and aids necessary to engage groups of all sizes. The authors provide background information on what AI is and how it works. This second edition offers extensively revised, updated, and expanded project plans, designs, agendas, course outlines, interview guidelines, participant worksheets, a list of resources, etc.

Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers

ISBN Number: 978-1-57675-493-1

Format/Length: Paperback, 454 pages

Price: $49.95

Other Books by These Authors: Appreciative Inquiry: A Positive Revolution in Change, Global, and International Organization Development, and Appreciative Inquiry: An Emerging Direction for Organization Development

Noteworthy Accomplishments: Cooperrider was recognized by Training Magazine as one of the top 10 visionaries in the field, and he received the Distinguished Contribution to Workplace Learning and Performance Award from the American Society for Training and Development. Whitney received the Organization Development Network's Larry Porter Award for Excellence in Writing.