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What others are saying about Forming Alliances...

“Finally, permission for less complex forms of partnerships! Forming Alliances is a tremendous new resource that will help make better sense of the issues and realities of alliance work. It's full of case studies and exercises and paves a 'simplified' way for more productive work with partners.”
—Debbie Jackson, President, Jackson Consulting

“A gem of a tool for a complex topic. This excellent guide will support you in embracing the excitement and challenges of forming alliances.”
—Cynthia Curry Crim, Director of Sector Relations, Nonprofit Services Consortium

“Even if you intuitively build alliances, Hoskins and Angelica provide understanding of the continuum, strategic framework, language, and tools to strengthen your work.”
—Tom Borrup, Principal, Community and Cultural Development


Table Of Contents: 
Introduction
Pressures to Form Alliances
Benefits (and Costs) of Alliances
Who This Book is For
How to Use This Field Guide

1. Understanding Alliances
The Alliance Continuum: Terms We Use
Cooperation, Coordination, and Collaboration
Forming Alliances to Address Strategic Gaps
Summary

2. Forming Alliances
Steps in Forming an Alliance
     Step 1: Clarify the Purpose
     Step 2: Identify and Recruit Partners
     Step 3: Frame the Alliance
     Step 4: Formalize the Structure and Plan
     Step 5: Implement and Manage the Alliance
Summary

3. Advancing Alliances
Alliance Structure and Evolution
Relationship Dynamics

Conclusion
Worksheets
Examples
Bibliography