Discovery & Action Dialogue
Discovery & Action Dialogue (DAD) is a structured conversation that helps a group uncover solutions to persistent problems that already exist within their own community. A small group sits together and works through seven progressive questions designed to surface what some people are doing differently to get better results, even though they face the same constraints as everyone else.
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What You'll Achieve with the Discovery & Action Dialogue Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Increased identification of existing solutions within the community.
Enhanced engagement and ownership of the problem-solving process by participants.
When to Use the Discovery & Action Dialogue Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
When a community faces a chronic problem that traditional solutions have failed to address.
When frontline workers have insights that leadership is unaware of and need to surface those for change.
How the Discovery & Action Dialogue Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Setup
Prepare by identifying a shared problem, writing down questions, arranging seating, and recruiting a recorder to capture insights.
2Step 1: Frame and Introduce
Set the context by welcoming participants, stating the purpose, introducing attendees, and explaining the format of the dialogue.
3Step 2: Question 1 - Recognising the Problem
Establish a shared understanding of the problem by asking participants how they recognize its presence in their daily work.
4Step 3: Question 2 - Personal Contribution
Encourage participants to share their personal contributions to solving the problem, focusing on specific actions they take.
Key Topics Covered in the Discovery & Action Dialogue Workshop
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