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How to avoid false consensus
How to overcome the fear of speaking out
Effective decision-making within a group

Abilene Paradox

Languages Available: English

Length: 26:00

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The Abilene Paradox 2E video is a classic training program that has helped thousands of organizations increase profits and productivity. This completely updated second edition offers a fresh, new look and a faster, more engaging pace.

The Abilene Paradox video delivers a highly entertaining parable from management expert Dr. Jerry B. Harvey. This story of a family trip to Abilene offers a timeless, compelling lesson on reading the road signs and knowing when you're headed toward Abilene.

Travel the road to Abilene and you'll arrive at a place where deeply held, logical values fall victim to group dynamics. It's a bumpy ride culminating in meaningless outcomes and blame, but you can skip the trip if you know how to read the road signs.

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1 DVD with Second Edition and First Edition of The Abilene Paradox
1 Leader's Guide
10 Participant Workbooks
10 Reminder Cards
1 PowerPoint on CD-Rom
1 Abilene Paradox 2E Poster
10 Abilene Paradox Post-It Note pads

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A re-make of CRM's Classic from many years back. The "Abilene Paradox" offers a fascinating discussion about why group agreement isn't always what it seems. I particularly liked the supporting examples and I think viewers will be able to relate and be highly entertained at the same time. While I do feel the video doesn't go far enough describing and demonstrating the behaviors necessary to avoid mismanaged agreement, it is still a poignant and entertaining video, well worth checking out.

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Good supporting workplace examples

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6 out of 9 people thought the following review was helpful:

Cinthia Kleven(Training Coordinator - CNNBS)
I saw the first version of Abilene Paradox many years ago and was thrilled to see an updated version of the video available. I still think the story line holds up. It's engaging and thought provoking. Thanks.

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2 out of 2 people thought the following review was helpful:

B. Johnson(President - Integrity Learning)
I love the Abilene Paradox. It is one of my favorites - a classic that will never loose relevance. I would suggest this video be essential viewing for any work group or team.

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Susan Ewing(Capital Blue Cross)
The addition of the realistic "Project X" scenario adds to the value of this program and demonstrates that the Abilene Paradox can indeed occur in the business world. The next step is to balance the negative aspects (i.e. the evolution of the original trip to Abilene, Project X, and the wedding)with more constructive suggestions for how to abort the ill-fated trips. (I did not look at the trainer's materials or participant guides, so perhaps there is more on this subject there.)

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Abilene Paradox Program Can Increase Your Company's Productivity

The Abilene Paradox 2E video is a classic training program that has helped thousands of organizations increase their productivity and profits. The 2E version speaks to today's work groups. It is updated, fast-paced, and more engaging.

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The Abilene Paradox video presents the story of a family trip to Abilene with a timeless, compelling lesson on reading the road signs and knowing when you are headed toward Abilene, a place where deeply held convictions fall prey to group dynamics. Media Partners offers The Abilene Paradox training video as a purchase, rental, or preview. Read more about the Abilene Paradox training video and how it can benefit your company.

The Abilene Paradox will take viewers on a bumpy ride that results in meaningless outcomes and blame. If you can read the road signs, you can skip the trip to Abilene. The Abilene Paradox is a must-see for any employee who works as part of a team; its powerful premise illustrates the importance of making decisions while listening and trying to truly understand what the other members of the team are saying. The Abilene Paradox training video will provide a new perspective on how this can be accomplished within any group.

The Abilene Paradox Package comes with everything you need for your company to benefit from the Abilene Paradox. It includes the Abilene Paradox training video in addition to 10 Participant workbooks, a Leader's Guide, a PowerPoint on CD-Rom and much more! Media Partners is a great resource for all of your training needs, providing you with quality tools like the Abilene Paradox training video with different options for your use. Whether you want to order the Abilene Paradox video, DVD, or the complete package, Media Partners gives you options for using the Abilene Paradox story to meet all of your company's training needs.

Media Partners understands that while companies may operate differently, they all share the need for training programs that optimize the skills of their employees. Media Partners is highly selective of the products it carries. Some simply don't make the grade. Media Partners carries only quality videos like, The Abilene Paradox training video, which engages employees while delivering an important message.

Whether you choose to purchase the Abilene Paradox video alone or in the complete package, the Abilene Paradox story delivers an important message to employees about the effective decision-making in their group and how to avoid false consensus by overcoming the fear of speaking out.

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