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Monday April 12, 2010
Stories That Matter
 
IVOH Teaching Appreciative Inquiry to Transform Media

News providing a more balanced view and hope could positively affect society
In the aftermath of 9/11, photographer Thomas E. Franklin made a conscious choice about the image he wanted his audience to see. Read More

Mining Company Commits to People, Planet and Prosperity through Appreciative Inquiry
'I'm inspired everyday (by) small stories and great amazing stories that someone was empowered'
Through the Appreciative Inquiry (AI) process, Fairmount Minerals has rallied its 500-plus staff to actively support its multi-pronged mission to increase the well-being of its employees, communities, shareholders, customers and the global environment. Read More 
 

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The Power of Process
While often regarded as the tool used to achieve a goal, certain processes are inherently valuable in themselves.
 
There is vast potential for the application of these processes and their results, no matter who is using the tools, can and will create a better world.
 
For example, what would happen if more people began to apply biomimicry to their work and daily lives? 
 
 
Not only would we begin to appreciate the 3.8-billion year research and development period of the Earth, but emulation of its models would result in new innovation founded on the principles of sustainability, closed-loop systems and renewable energy.
 
A reverence for nature's complexity - an automatic response after one begins to study biomimicry - would also grow our problem-solving skills and sense of community. Read More
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Telling Your Story 
 
Most Compelling Stories Feature Everyday People Doing Extraordinary Things
CharityFocus board member says organizational storytelling would be effective at catalyzing change
CharityFocus board member Trishna Shah says it's the stories that feature everyday people doing extraordinary things that readers find most compelling.

Working for an organization that has more than four websites using real-life stories to inspire action, Shah would know. She says stories that feature everyday people resonate with readers, who are able to relate to the person and the event. Read More
 

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