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Mark McKergow Read or download the full article after the synopsis. Article Synopsis Mark’s article introduces and explores “rutenso”, a concept he coined to describe the art of thriving amidst constant and ceaseless change, inspired by Japanese cultural attitudes toward impermanence. Originating from the Japanese word “ruten,” meaning continuous change, “rutenso” emphasises proactively working with ongoing shifts instead of resisting them. This approach contrasts sharply with traditional “koteiso” management methods, which presume stability and prioritise fixed goals and detailed plans. Rutenso advocates for appreciating and leveraging differences, taking measured and thoughtful actions rather than rushed responses, and viewing leaders as facilitators who enable change instead of controlling it. Drawing parallels with contemporary political events and leadership styles, the article suggests that rutenso principles - such as looking widely, slowing down to observe during difficulties, and hosting rather than driving — are especially pertinent in the current global climate marked by unpredictability and shifting alliances. Ultimately, rutenso aligns closely with Solution-Focused practices, emphasising incremental steps, adaptability, and building collaborative relationships to foster constructive outcomes amid uncertainty.

John Brooker & Marika Tammeaid Reviewed by Marika Tammeaid ColLab is an interaction blending relationship and task When I learned that John Brooker is writing a new book, I started looking forward to it with confidence and joy. It had already been a while from his last book The Creative Gorilla (2013), and we all had been able to enjoy his fresh, creative, and well-packaged tools in various SF conferences. So, that gave good grounds for anticipating a great book giving food for thought and action for working in SF way with organisations. And I must say, all these expectations were rewarded, and even more.

Come and experience this event at Beechen Cliff School in Bath on 9-10 April. This gathering will explore what can happen when wellbeing becomes a catalyst for better outcomes, stronger relationships and greater engagement in learning.

What's Your URP? – Andrew Gibson's book reviewed by Dion Sing

Helping a client to create a 5 year business plan for a charity with input from her team and trustees

Introduced by Carola Baxmann Quick, simple, easy and helpful for achieving goals – that’s how Caiden and Rafferty, two pupils at Beechen Cliff School in Bath, UK, summed up their experience of the school’s wellbeing project. These words perfectly describe the story you’re about to see or hear.

↗ Roy Marriott In this workshop, filmed at SOLWorld 2025 in Mechelen, Roy Marriott invites us to reflect on what it means to listen in a Solution Focused way. He begins with Michael Ende’s story of Momo, the little girl whose extraordinary gift was not advice or wisdom but her capacity to listen. From this starting point, Roy weaves together story, mindfulness, and practice to explore how listening can be both deeply simple and profoundly transformative.

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A practical solution-focused guide to inspire and guide you through the creation of a collaboration that achieves sustainable relationships and results.

European Brief Therapy Association presents a coherent theory of solution-focused practice for those who want to understand the rationale, together with a comprehensive description for training and developmental purposes