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A conceptual and experiential approach to understanding organizational development. With a focus on the development of readers' interpersonal skills, " Experiential Approach to Organization Development "provides a comprehensive, realistic, innovative, and practical introduction to the field. The eighth edition presents new and revised information, keeping the material fresh and relevant.
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An Experiential Approach to Organization Development Donald R. Brown Antelope Valley College
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ISBN 10: 0-13-610689-7 ISBN 13: 978-0-13-610689-0
BRIEF TABLE OF CONTENTS PART 1 Anticipating Change 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3
Organization Development and Reinventing the Organization 3 Organization Renewal: The Challenge of Change 32 Changing the Culture 62
PART 2 Understanding the OD Process 85 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6
Role and Style of the OD Practitioner 87 The Diagnostic Process 116 Overcoming Resistance to Change 144
PART 3 Improving Excellence in Individuals 173 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9
OD Intervention Strategies 175 Process Intervention Skills 198 Employee Empowerment and Interpersonal Interventions 223
PART 4 Developing High Performance in Teams 259 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13
Team Development Interventions 261 Intergroup Development 294 Goal Setting for Effective Organizations 319 Work Team Development 341
PART 5 Building Success in Organizations 371 Chapter 14 High-Performing Syste