Bhavesh S Patel... conversational gardener... EMAIL: peoplejazzing@gmail.com
...people, groups, communities, organisations, networks, movements...working with the 'mess' is possible...
WHAT: I am a conversational gardener! What does that mean? It means that I design and facilitate conversations for groups to explore their issues and opportunities. This could be about anything from strategic development, improving organisational processes, to community groups discovering their shared vision. I also work as a trainer delivering workshops that explore skills in personal, relational, and organisational development, including self-management, communication, coaching, training, and facilitation skills.
HOW: My approach is based on principles and processes that are participatory and dialogic, drawing from the emerging field of human complex systems. I work with the natural and often messy ways that humans come together to experiment and innovate.
WHY: I believe that in an increasingly complex world there are no off-the-shelf solutions. Groups and organisations can find their own answers through engaging the hearts and minds of their own people.
EDUCATION: I have a Masters in Management Psychology, and accreditations in Coaching, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Technology of Participation, Human Systems Dynamics, and Cognitive Edge. I also use a range of methods such as Open Space Technology, World Café, Appreciative Inquiry, Theory U.
WHERE: I have worked in Cambodia, South Africa, Australia, Moldova, Russia, Ukraine, France, Switzerland, Vietnam, Thailand, Sweden, The Netherlands, India, Norway, Germany, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, UK, Lebanon, Rwanda, Tunisia, Czech Republic, USA, Georgia, Romania, Poland, Belgium, Serbia, Greece, Kenya, Brunei, Canada, and South Sudan.