Mastering the Politics of Planning: Crafting Credible Plans and Policies That Make a Difference (Jossey Bass Public Administration Series)

"Mastering the Politics of Planning" shows how planners and policy analysts can actively manage the implementation of their plans--and so ensure their success. It reveals how such political skills as networking, conflict resolution, and coalition building are as important as technical expertise in determining whether a plan will succeed or fail--and reveals ways planners can develop these skills.