Communication Resources
Dive deeper into the world of effective communication. Here you'll find curated books, insightful websites, studies and other materials to support your learning journey.
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Recommended Books
Foundational texts and practical guides to expand your knowledge:
Metaphors in Mind: Transformation through Symbolic Modelling
by James Lawley & Penny Tompkins
The comprehensive and foundational text on Symbolic Modelling using Clean Language. A must-read for serious practitioners.
Clean Language: Revealing Metaphors and Opening Minds
by Wendy Sullivan & Judy Rees
A highly accessible and practical introduction to Clean Language, perfect for getting started and understanding core concepts.
Helpful Websites & Studies
Explore these websites for articles, communities, further information and relevant studies:
ISACA Study: European IT Professionals & Burnout (2025)
The study highlighting key figures on stress, burnout, and its causes (heavy workload, deadlines, management) in the European IT sector.
CleanLanguage.co.uk (Lawley & Tompkins)
https://www.cleanlanguage.co.uk
The official site of James Lawley and Penny Tompkins, packed with articles, research, and resources on Clean Language and Symbolic Modelling.
Clean Language in Deutschland (Bettina Wellke)
German-language resources, articles, and training information from your collaborator Bettina Wellke and others.
Clean Language, Clean Space, and more (Judy Rees)
Resources from Judy Rees, co-author of 'Clean Language: Revealing Metaphors and Opening Minds'.
Insightful Articles & Blog Posts
Curated articles that offer different perspectives or dive into specific aspects.
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Tools & Downloads
Helpful tools or downloadable guides related to Clean Language and effective communication.
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