Indian Talking Stick
Goal The concept of the Indian Talking Stick contributes to really listening to each other and responding to what the previous speaker has said. It prevents endless discussions where everyone mainly has their own say, without really listening to what others have to say. Description The two main principles of the Indian Talking Stick are: […]
Diversity & Inclusion Compass
Goal The Diversity and Inclusion Compass helps you open up the conversation on creating a more inspiring workplace for everyone. This technique aims to increase awareness and understanding around the issues of diversity, inclusion and psychological safety within a team or organization. The goal is to encourage participants to reflect on how these aspects are […]
Polarity Map
Goal Polarity Mapping sessions help teams and organizations to find a balanced approach to deal with complex challenges. It helps them find the (seemingly) opposing approaches that together, if managed well, effectively solve their problems. Description Conducting a Polarity Mapping session involves in-depth discussions with stakeholders representing all viewpoints concerning the issues to be solved. […]
Sustainability Scan
Goal The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development put forward by the United Nations in 2015 provides a global blueprint for dignity, peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and in the future. Description With this technique, you get to know the targets behind the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and apply them to your […]
Team Values
Goal The aim of this technique is to focus more deliberately on shared values. Description The team uses an analysis of current behavior to determine which values receive the most attention. Then they look at which values they find valuable in the future and how they will translate this into new behavior. Results Behavior more […]
Visioning
Goal Shared view of the team goal and the way to get there. Description This dialogue worksheet helps a team visualize their vision of the ideal future and the way to get there. Results Better allignment More collaboration in achieving goals More fun at work More proactive problem solving Videos The Sailboat Exercise (3 minutes, […]
Value Stream Map
Goal Visually map the process together to gain insight into which steps in the process deliver the most customer value. Description The Value Stream Map is a widely used tool from Lean to provide insight into bottlenecks in a production process (from idea to income). In a Value Stream Map you collaborate with your team […]
Switch
Goal Getting people involved in major change processes without using power. Description The Switch change model offers 9 strategies to change human behavior without using power. How do you get your target group (team, department, organization, country) involved in the next step(s) in a change. Results Less analysis paralysis More intrinsic motivation More support for […]
ACT Team Matrix
Goal Realize what you stand for as a team and accept the associated inconveniences. Description ACT (pronounced like the English word act) stands for “Acceptance and Commitment Therapy/Training”. It is a collection of coaching techniques that help you do what you have to do to be who you want to be and make room for […]
Agile Scan
Goal Support a discussion about the effectiveness of your teamwork and the values of your team and organization. Description Based on a set of success factors (from the Agile Manifesto), the team determines which ones receive the most attention now and which ones they personally feel are important to improve team effectiveness. The difference between […]
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