Listen "Why Community Engagement Efforts Fall Flat"
Episode Synopsis
Send us Fan MailMost of us don’t ignore input - we just ask for it too late. And by then, the decisions are already made.What if the biggest issue with community engagement isn’t whether you do it - but when and how?In this episode, Jessica and Erin explore a simple but powerful two-part practice that can transform how collaborative work unfolds: engaging with people before decisions are made, and closing the loop afterward by showing how their input shaped the outcome.They unpack why even well-intentioned teams often bring in community voice too late, how that affects trust and participation, and what it looks like to embed engagement into the way you work - not just treat it as a final step.If you’ve ever wondered why engagement efforts fall flat - or how to make them more meaningful - this episode offers a small shift that can make a big difference.Links and resources from this episode:Episode: "What the Room is Telling You: How to Read the Room"Sign up for our monthly newsletter: https://oneop.aweb.page/practicing-connection-newsletter Join our LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12879756/ Send us a message: practicingconnection@oneop.org
