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Techniques of Structured Problem Solving

Arthur VanGundy's Techniques of Structured Problem Solving has been on or near my desk for more than fifteen years. It's an encyclopedia of tools for figuring things out, with a solid collection of both divergent tools (for generating ideas and being creative) and convergent tools (for selection and synthesis of ideas). As these tools have slowly migrated online, I have found the book even more relevant. Posted: 8/29/05; 10:35:00 AM #

Resource Manual for a Living Revolution

I don't believe this book is in print any more, but if you can find a copy, you should snatch it up. The Resource Manual for a Living Revolution is one of the most practical collections of skills and tools I have ever come across. It's a book for powerful peacemakers, straight out of the nonviolent activism of the Quakers. It has sections on decision making and conflict resolution, project management, community building, personal growth in the context of activism and more. It even has a section on cooking for large groups! Posted: 8/29/05; 10:29:58 AM #