When people realize that they can benefit from sharing their knowledge, experience and insights with like-minded people, the seed for a community of practice gets planted. Still, a community of practice needs conscious and thoughtful input to be conceived, nurtured and brought to flourish. Implemented correctly, it is a powerful and enabling tool for improving productivity, encouraging professional development and creating a culture of continuous learning in an organization. In their practical and implementable new book, communities experts Mike Hower and Michael Prevou work with corporate learning expert Mitchell Levy to bring you a unique volume that will help you win a competitive advantage in today's business environment.