I'm enjoying this series of posts about how to talk to "stakeholders" in the development process--super important! I spend a lot of time on YIMBY-oriented advocacy in Austin (and write about it on my Substack), but one of the upsides of our efforts has been to create a better climate in which these conversations happen. Some of Austin's notorious neighborhood associations are even beginning to take a more constructive approach to working with developers, choosing to be a part of stewarding change in their neighborhoods rather than roadblocks. It's not universal, but it's a noticeable tone shift from the widespread NIMBYism of the past! I encourage developers to connect with their local YIMBY/urbanist groups.
Controlling the frame, and more importantly teaching the control of the frame is the most underrated skill set someone can have when dealing with people in the business world. The approach you use is unique in that you are using an intermediary (the council person) to control the frame for you. Kudos, 4D chess Bro!
I'm enjoying this series of posts about how to talk to "stakeholders" in the development process--super important! I spend a lot of time on YIMBY-oriented advocacy in Austin (and write about it on my Substack), but one of the upsides of our efforts has been to create a better climate in which these conversations happen. Some of Austin's notorious neighborhood associations are even beginning to take a more constructive approach to working with developers, choosing to be a part of stewarding change in their neighborhoods rather than roadblocks. It's not universal, but it's a noticeable tone shift from the widespread NIMBYism of the past! I encourage developers to connect with their local YIMBY/urbanist groups.
Thanks for your work in trying to improve these conversations - it’s much needed!
Controlling the frame, and more importantly teaching the control of the frame is the most underrated skill set someone can have when dealing with people in the business world. The approach you use is unique in that you are using an intermediary (the council person) to control the frame for you. Kudos, 4D chess Bro!
Appreciate it Dan!