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• Facilitative leaders foster a positive environment

  Published on July 14, 2016
  There are inherent limitations to the practice of traditional autocratic leadership.

• Reframe community proposals to reduce conflict

  Published on July 12, 2016
  Many communities promote conflict by how they present an issue to the public. Decrease conflict using this simple strategy.

• Public comment made simple: Part 1

  Published on April 29, 2016
  Easy rules to follow to make public comment go smoothly in public meetings.

• Public comment made simple: Part 2

  Published on April 29, 2016
  Easy rules to follow to make public comment go smoothly in public meetings.

• Implementing community vision requires detailed strategies

  Published on April 1, 2016
  All too often, community master plans include wonderfully crafted visions and goals, but fall short on the detail needed in the form of individual strategies. It is detailed strategies that are most likely to lead to plan implementation.

• Volunteers and leadership styles

  Published on March 10, 2016
  Directive leadership versus facilitative leadership: Which is right for your volunteer and the task?

• Is there a best way for people to deal with their differences?

  Published on March 7, 2016
  Tips from the book “Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement without Giving In” can help you get through your groups differences and avoid a stressful situation for everyone.

• Can people with opposing views find common ground?

  Published on February 4, 2016
  Perhaps, but it takes a willingness to move beyond their positions.

• Accomplish more by hosting your next meeting at MSU Tollgate

  Published on January 4, 2016
  With its bucolic beauty and state-of-the-art facilities, MSU Tollgate Conference Center is the perfect destination for your next corporate or association meeting.

• Bring your organization to Tollgate for an unforgettable experience

  Published on January 4, 2016
  Winter, spring, summer or fall, host your corporate outing at MSU Tollgate Farm and have a ball!