In 2009, Meredith Belbin, Simon Walker and Jenny Johnson began collaborating to provide a new kind of consulting approach called The Big Conversation. This involved the three of them having an open conversation within a client organisation. By inviting key thought leaders in the organisation to take part in the conversation, they catalysed thinking, listening and learning throughout the business.

Instead of attempting to solve problems themselves, The Big Conversation enables firms to solve their own problems.

“The Big Conversation is a way of moving beyond the traditional forms of consulting to enable the firm to create, harness and sustain its own, up-to-the-moment, transformational conversations.”

Simon Walker

Here are some quotes from the first Big Conversation held at Liverpool Cathedral on April 29th 2010 from some of the participants.

‘Stimulating’ (Chief Executive)

‘Fascinating and enjoyable. Much to think about. Great to be in conversation with leading thinkers in the field’ (O.D. Manager)

‘A great forum generating interesting debate on many levels, thoroughly enjoyed the day’ ( Regional Training Manager)

‘Excellent. The best investment I have ever made! My brain is beyond exhausted and my horizons are beyond space’ (Executive Coach)

‘A thought-provoking day - well delivered. Well done!’ (H.R. Director)

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