Strategic Conversations
A Strategic Conversation
is an informal, but structured, discussion on a strategic policy issue
that results in a clearer understanding of that issue or issues.
A Strategic Conversation
begins with an in-depth analysis of the situation or issue under discussion.
This is presented in both a background paper and, briefly, at the Conversation
session. Participants then form groups to discuss structured questions.
They reconvene to hear the groups report out. The ideas generated are
forwarded to all members of the organization and become part of the official
minutes of the governing board of the organization.
A Strategic Conversation
helps an organization or board thoughtfully examine why it is making the
policy decisions it makes, while connecting and involving all players
affected by those decisions in a positive and meaningful way. As a result,
the organization or board is better equipped to anticipate challenges
and develop successful strategies on policy issues. Finally, since everyone
has been involved in this thoughtful process of discussion, subsequent
board decisions will be received with a greater degree of support. Ultimately,
Strategic Conversations help an organization remain flexible and open
to change, by positioning it to learn from its experiences.
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Donna J. Schober
Executive Assistant to the Chancellor
MCCCD District Support Services Center
2411 West 14th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281-6941
480-731-8121 / 480-731-8120 fax
donna.schober@domail.maricopa.edu |
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