Characteristics of Democratic Organizations

Self-ruled, democratic, and autonomous are somewhat interchangeable words. Autonomous organizations are not all the same, but they do share some characteristics. This handy guide provides some ... Read more

How-To Build Democratic Groups

Democracy is not for the faint of heart. It is messy and emotional and taxing. It takes a lot of time to create and maintain and everyone must come prepared with awareness and a good heart. But ... Read more

How-To Recognize and Deal with Conflict

The secret to effective teamwork is learning how to deal with conflict. Conflict can be unpleasant and uncomfortable, but it’s a necessary part of collaboration. Read more

Test Your Knowledge of Democratic Groups

How much do you know about the characteristics of democratic organizations? Take this quiz and find out. Read more

Building a Network with No Masters, No Leaders

They are pervasive and loud, many with half-shaven heads, rowdy barking mixed-breed dogs, and mud-encrusted dreadlocks. Yet their network may as well be invisible to the authorities who have ... Read more

How to Recognize Good Leadership

How do you recognize good leadership? We identify 5 characteristics of a good leader. Some of them might surprise you. Read more