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Simplifying Contracts and contracting
Definition: Contracting is the process of agreeing boundaries and is a dialogue that establishes and then sustains the relationship. Contracting is important at the beginning of a relationship to set out the initial terms of engagement, i.e. it creates the “Contract” (an agreement that clarifies mutual expectations and obligations). Additionally, it is a critical set of skills that are used throughout the relationship, which enables all parties to voice and explore issues when things become unclear or difficult.
What we mean by contracting
We hope this definition clarifies that here we will be talking about two different things, which are highly interrelated. As a result this chapter is organized ...
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