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The Compromise Trap clearly and directly addresses an essential principle for navigating toward a more sustainable economy—acting from the center. Without acting from what is true for each of us, our collective actions may not realize our intentions, which is a great risk indeed.
— Stacey Smith, Managing Director, Advisory Services, BSR
The Compromise Trap Online Resources

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Questionnaires, tools, and other resources specifically designed to help you apply the concepts in The Compromise Trap.

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Diagnostic Questionnaires

Get a personalized report describing your strengths and areas for development in staying true to yourself… and risks to watch for in your organization.

Overview of the Six Personal Foundations

Six practical ways to build the courage, perspective, and skills you need to stay true to yourself and contribute to your organization's effectiveness and integrity. 

Decision-point Tools

Quick how-tos for sorting out healthy and unhealthy compromise and responding constructively to pressure.

Individual and Small-group Activities

Activities to help you strengthen your personal foundations and build the skills for making "positive plays" at work, including a twelve-week program to do on your own or in a small group.

Professional Quest Groups

Start your own group and tap the power of peer-reinforcement and problem-solving to help you sustain your professional mission or quest while earning a living. (Coming soon - see our hosted groups if you'd like a preview.)

More About the Interviews

How the interviews for The Compromise Trap were conducted, including additional quotes about pressure, courage, and carving your own path. 

Further Reading & Links

Books, articles, and links to recommended sources for pursuing the ideas in The Compromise Trap.

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