The Art of Community, Charles Vogl
The Art of Community, Charles Vogl
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The Art of Community
Seven Principles for Belonging

Author: Charles Vogl

Narrator: Tom Dheere

Unabridged: 3 hr 50 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/12/2016


Synopsis

Create a Culture of Belonging!Strong cultures help people support one another, share their passions, and achieve big goals. And such cultures of belonging aren't just happy accidents - they can be purposefully cultivated, whether they're in a company, a faith institution or among friends and enthusiasts. Drawing on 3,000 years of history and his personal experience, Charles Vogl lays out seven time-tested principles for growing enduring, effective and connected communities. He provides hands-on tools for creatively adapting these principles to any group—formal or informal, mission driven or social, physical or virtual. This book is a guide for leaders seeking to build a vibrant, living culture that will enrich lives.Winner of the Nautilus Silver Book Award in the Business and Leadership Category.

Reviews

Goodreads review by William

I had a hard time getting past how religion focused this book is. The author by no means preaches or converts but the lens through which everything is taught is very much that of someone who is deeply involved with some religious affiliation. The most valuable lesson (still taught through a religious......more

Goodreads review by Jilles

The author presents some very interesting ideas, which tell the importance of rituals, symbols and gatekeeping. These ideas are illustrated with real-life examples, which are both grand as well as personal to the author. The middle section of the book slows down dramatically in order to present scri......more