When working in a network comprised of technical folks, it is easy stay in the familiar territory of presenting knowledge when the network gathers. Sometimes assumptions are made about scientists,…
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Network Evaluation
In complex settings, causality is also complex. We cannot identify a single action that will produce the outcomes we want. We often have to experiment, trying out a number of…
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Identifying Leverage Points to Focus Action
The idea behind the identification of leverage points is the assumption that working in some areas can be more productive than others. A leverage point is a place where, if…
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3 Level Networks
Networks of networks have huge potential. They encourage the kinds of aggregation and numbers that can result in successful campaigns and policy initiatives. They also can convene innovative projects from…
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Weaving the Weavers : Efforts to co-create global learning and peer assist
Let´s be honest Network Weaving is super fascinating. There are so many activities that we, network weavers, can contribute to to make communities vibrant and effective. Surely, you have your…
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Closing Triangles
Today’s free resource is a diagram showing how to close triangles that you can print out and share with your network so they learn this basic network weaving skill. One…
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Peer Assist Process
This peer assist process is great as a stand alone session or can be part of a community of practice. It is useful when a group or project has a…
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The Power of Networks
If you’re like most nonprofit leaders, you’re devoting significant effort to your networks. But what return are you seeing on that investment? I recently spoke with 500+ nonprofit leaders at…
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A Network Connector Story
First, An Introduction For a long time, we’ve trained our eyes to see things with edges and boundaries: organizations, countries, selves. Things with edges and boundaries feel manageable and solid. …
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The most effective way for people to build their skills as Network Weavers is to set up a Community of Practice –a group of people who share an interest in…
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