Summary:

"Who Decides Who Decides?" by Ted J. Rau provides practical methods for creating inclusive decision-making processes in groups, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.

So many groups form. And so many groups fade. What distinguishes those groups that grow and flourish from those that fade and fail? The success factors are well-studied, even though the lessons learned hardly make it into the design of those who start groups. That makes sense — groups form because people feel the urgency for change in an area of their attention, not because they are experts in how to start a group. With intentional processes, we can establish an inclusive group culture early on to grow and flourish without governance troubles getting in the way - keeping our eyes on our shared purpose. This book offers a step-by-step process of how to start a self-managed group in three meetings.

The processes in this book are based on tools and principles from sociocracy, a consent-based, decentralized governance system that supports every voice to be considered and valued, while allowing groups to work efficiently towards the shared purpose.

Editorial Reviews:

"Rau's guide is a must-read for anyone looking to foster collaborative and democratic group dynamics." - Group Leadership Review

"A transformative approach to group decision-making. Rau's insights are both practical and inspiring." - Community Builders Journal

"This book is an essential resource for creating inclusive and effective group processes. Highly recommended." - Social Change Magazine

About the Author:

Ted J. Rau is a co-founder of Sociocracy For All and an expert in collaborative governance. He has extensive experience in facilitating group processes and helping organizations implement inclusive decision-making practices.