Going back and reviewing the highlights and notes I took from this book I actually increased my rating because the author makes some very key points that are insightful and distinct compared to many books on this topic. Though it is presented in an informal way she brings a unique perspective to the table.
*I received a promotional copy of A is for Asshole via the GoodReads FirstReads program*
I’m a technical training manager of learning & development for a national organization and as such my role requires me to create and deliver content geared towards learning how to use different computer applications, such as those found in the Microsoft Office suite of products for example. These trainings tend to be pretty black and white with very few grey areas. You need to perform a task? There’s a specific set of instructions to do so. It’s my job to relate those instructions to you step by step, in a clear and concise manner.
I was constantly required to do some conflict resolution when discussing Fisheries Co-management agreements, roles and responsibilities of different users and so forth. This book was a great easy way to learn and improve the work that local Governments and community members would sometimes expect me to play, doing mediation on top of facilitating discussions and exploring different management approaches to different natural resources being used in people living within Timor-Leste's first National Park.