Solving Tough Problems: An Open Way of Talking, Listening, and Creating New Realities

Adam Kahane addresses how to work together to solve complex problems. He began his career as an analyst and advisor to corporations and governments, focused on finding definitive answers. After an unexpected experience in South Africa during the transition from apartheid, he facilitated problem-solving efforts in high-conflict situations across Colombia, Argentina, Guatemala, Israel, Northern Ireland, Cyprus, and the Basque Country. Through these experiences, Kahane developed an approach for creating environments where new ideas and creative solutions can emerge even in polarized contexts. He shares his stories and offers a method applicable to difficult problems at home, at work, in communities, and in national and international affairs. The book explores dialogue-based approaches to handling challenging situations and building trust across stakeholder groups.