ToP® Focused Conversation


    Focused Conversation   -  creating shared awareness

    The FOCUSED CONVERSATION METHOD provides a structure for effective communication. It is used to facilitate group conversations and discussions allowing group members to share diverse perspectives in a non-confrontational manner. By inviting people to share insights and creativity around a common topic, issue or experience, it can reveal the existing level of consensus within a group.


    Use the FOCUSED CONVERSATION METHOD if you or your team is responsible for:

    • Getting out a variety of perspectives
    • Performance evaluation
    • Delegating work
    • Making a statement of correction
    • Facilitating staff meetings
    • Reflecting on meetings
    • Collecting data/information
    • Analyzing trends and current situations
    • Clarifying values with the work or community setting
    • Discussing tough issues and resolving conflict
    • Preparing for a problem-solving workshop
    • Setting the stage for group preparation of a report