How Evaluation Advocates Use Interpersonal Skills to Engage Their Colleagues in Evaluation

Based on interviews and case studies in nonprofit organizations, this article examines the perspectives of evaluation advocates undertaking evaluation in culturally diverse contexts where interpersonal barriers may exist. Participants provided insights into how to overcome issues by developing meani...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Published inThe American journal of evaluation Vol. 45; no. 3; pp. 413 - 434
Main Authors Rogers, Alison, Gullickson, Amy, King, Jean A., McKinley, Elizabeth
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Los Angeles, CA SAGE Publications 01.09.2024
Subjects
evaluation
evaluation advocate
interpersonal skills
evaluation use
social interdependence theory
Online AccessGet full text

Cover

More Information
Summary:Based on interviews and case studies in nonprofit organizations, this article examines the perspectives of evaluation advocates undertaking evaluation in culturally diverse contexts where interpersonal barriers may exist. Participants provided insights into how to overcome issues by developing meaningful interpersonal relationships, finding shared goals, and providing encouragement. This article presents practical strategies that anyone promoting evaluation may find helpful to develop positive interpersonal relationships and equitable and inclusive working environments.
ISSN:1098-2140
1557-0878
DOI:10.1177/10982140231185720