Breaking Through Gridlock
The Power of Conversation in a Polarized World
Over 150,000 copies sold
In Breaking Through Gridlock, authors Jason Jay and Gabriel Grant share clear-cut and actionable pathways for having difficult conversations about the things that matter. The well-tested methods advocated in this book can be applied to any conversation where change is needed. With proven exercises and rich examples, this interactive ‘field guide’ walks readers through a process of transforming paralysis and effecting positive change.
“Our country's future depends on our ability to reach beyond our echo chambers. Jay and Grant guide us through starting the conversations so crucial to our democracy.”
Van Jones, CNN Cohost, Author, and Activist“A field manual for change agents on how to build bridges across differences and move from talk to action.”
Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Originals and Give and Take“This book is not for the faint-hearted, but if you truly want to change the world, it gives us the tools and the inspiration to do so.”
Gwen Ruta, Senior Vice President, Climate and Energy, Environmental Defense Fund“Whether you're hoping to shift your company, your community, or even yourself, Jay and Grant have produced an accessible and practical guide that will make you chuckle with recognition, then motivate you to get to work.”
Christine Bader, Author of The Evolution of a Corporate Idealist“In this savvy and highly practical book, Gabriel Grant and Jason Jay offer a way forward for groups that get stuck in seemingly hopeless, zero-sum conflicts. It should be required reading not only for corporate offices but also for congregations who preach unity and peace, but don't always know how best to achieve them. And in a period of real polarization and deep division in our national culture, this is a book for our time.”
The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry, XXVII, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church“Conversations are the most important leverage point for leaders and change makers. Jason Jay and Gabriel Grant offer critical insights and tools that will help you craft better conversations and thus a better world.”
Otto Scharmer, Founder, Presencing Institute, Author of Theory UWatch the ideas in action
How to keep conversation alive in a polarized worldJason Jay at TEDxBocaRaton, October 2018
Breaking Through Gridlock: The Power of Conversation in a Polarized WorldJason Jay at the MIT Sloan School of Management
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