Belbin Team Roles WorkshopRead time: 5 minutesToday, we will explore one of the most powerful frameworks in building high-performing teams: the Belbin Team Roles Model. This model helps you understand the unique strengths that each person brings to a team and how these strengths—when used correctly—can dramatically improve the way your team works together. I’ll guide you through […]
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The Tuckman Model WorkshopForming, Storming, Norming, PerformingRead time: 5 minutesToday, I will introduce you to The Tuckman Model, a simple yet powerful model for understanding how teams develop over time. You’ll probably know it as the ‘Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing’ model. We’ll explore the different stages that every team goes through and identify where your team is right […]
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The Bateson & Dilts Pyramid WorkshopRead time: 5 minutesToday, I will show you a powerful framework called the Bateson & Dilts Pyramid and how you can use it to align a team’s purpose, identity, beliefs, behaviours, and environment. We’ll explore practical steps to strengthen your team’s cohesion and effectiveness, setting the foundation for success in all your […]
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Mastering the Art of Public Speaking Workshop(inspired by insights contained in the book “The Art of Public Speaking” by Dale Carnegie)Read time: 5 minutesToday, I will delve into the hot topic of public speaking. The workshop plan below will help your team confidently speak in public, organise their thoughts clearly, and deliver a message that truly resonates […]
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The Karpman Drama Triangle WorkshopRead time: 5 minutesThe Karpman Drama Triangle is a social model of human interaction developed by psychiatrist Stephen Karpman in the 1960s. It outlines a pattern of dysfunctional relationships in which people assume one of three distinct roles: Victim, Prosecutor, or Rescuer.These roles can change, often creating a cycle of conflict and emotional […]
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Johari Window WorkshopRead time: 4 minutesThe Johari Window is a model that helps individuals understand their relationships with themselves and others. Developed by psychologists Joseph Luft and Harrington Ingham in 1955, it is commonly used in self-awareness, personal development, communication, and group dynamics. The model consists of a four-quadrant grid, representing different aspects of the self as perceived […]
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Personal Values & Motivators WorkshopRead time: 4 minutesToday I want to introduce you to an important part of team performance that doesn’t get enough attention: Personal values. “Personal values” are the things that matter most to you and act as your compass to help you make choices and live with purpose. By understanding your personal values and those […]
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Enhancing Leadership & Relationships Workshop(inspired by insights from the book, “Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box” by The Arbinger Institute)Read time: 5 minutesImagine you’re wearing a pair of glasses with tinted lenses that distort the colours of everything around you. The glasses make everything look slightly different than it is — colours are off, and […]
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The Growth Mindset Workshop(inspired by insights from the book, “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol S. Dweck)Read time: 4 minutesI think a lot about the concept of having a growth mindset.”Growth mindset” is the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort, learning, and perseverance rather than being fixed traits.Having a growth […]
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The Emotional Intelligence Workshop(inspired by insights contained in the book “Primal Leadership: Realizing the Power of Emotional Intelligence” by Daniel Goleman, Richard Boyatzis, and Annie McKee)Read time: 6 minutesEmotional Intelligence, or EI, is the ability to understand and manage your own emotions. As well as recognize and influence the emotions of others. It helps you stay calm under […]
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Mastering the Art of Facilitation: How It Differs from Chairing MeetingsRead time: 3 minutesMany believe workshop facilitation is a lot like chairing a meeting. It’s not. Facilitating a workshop demands a distinct set of skills and, more importantly, a fundamentally different attitude. Unlike chairing a meeting, where control and decision-making rest firmly in your hands, effective facilitation requires […]
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How to Improve Motivation in Your Team or Organization(inspired by insights contained in the book “Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us” by Daniel H. Pink)Read time: 4.5 minutes”Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us” by Daniel H. Pink explores the science of motivation. It challenges traditional views on what drives human behaviour. Pink identifies […]
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8 Alternatives to Dot Voting (aka Dotmocracy)Read time: 6 minutesDotmocracy, also known as dot voting or sticker voting, is a method where participants use dots or stickers to vote on various options or proposals. While it is a simple and intuitive way to gather group preferences and make decisions, it has several problems and limitations:Lack of Depth […]
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The Leaders Eat Last WorkshopRead time: 3.5 minutesThe book “Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t” by Simon Sinek has been highly successful since its release. It became a New York Times bestseller and is influential in leadership and business circles. As of the latest information, the book has sold over a million copies […]
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How to brainstorm with introvertsRead time: 2 minutesBrainstorming in large groups isn’t easy. Often, it’s the loudest voices that dominate. Creating an environment that encourages a free flow of ideas while accommodating diverse personality types can be challenging. To accommodate introverts (and extroverts equally), I like to use the silent yet powerful technique described below. It ensures every participant’s ideas […]
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The Good to Great Workshop(inspired by the book “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap… and Others Don’t” by Jim Collins)Read time: 4 minutesThe bestselling book “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap… and Others Don’t” by Jim Collins provides a guide for companies aiming to achieve sustained excellence. Each principle emphasizes organizational […]
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Discover Your “Team Why” Workshop(inspired by Simon Sinek’s book “Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action”)Read time: 4 minutes”Start with Why” by Simon Sinek is a fantastic resource for understanding the power of purpose-driven leadership. It emphasizes that great leaders and successful organizations often communicate from the inside out, starting with a clear […]
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The How to Win Friends and Influence People WorkshopRead time: 3.5 minutes“You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you.”― Dale Carnegie, How to Win Friends and Influence People Communication, building relationships, and influencing others are key […]
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People WorkshopRead time: 3 minutesThe book “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey is seminal for its timeless wisdom, practical insights, and potential to empower individuals to lead more fulfilling and impactful lives. Embracing the 7 habits benefits employees individually and contributes to a positive work environment, […]
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Team Balanced Scorecard: How to find a team’s key performance indicators (KPIs)Read time: 2.5 minutesTeams can get fixated on a single measure of performance. To perform at the top of their game, however, it’s best to monitor a balanced range of indicators to fulfil their purpose. This Balanced Scorecard workshop (adapted for teams) helps them find their best […]
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