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Integrated~Autonomy

Integrated~Autonomy is a Liberating Structure that helps groups move past either/or thinking and find strategies that serve both sides of a paradoxical challenge. The result is a set of robust "both/and" strategies rather than fragile compromises or pendulum swings between extremes.

90 minutes
8-40 people
intermediate
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What You'll Achieve with the Integrated~Autonomy Workshop

Real outcomes that transform your team

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Fosters robust strategies that effectively balance competing priorities.

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Increases team engagement and collaboration across diverse perspectives.

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Enhances problem-solving skills by addressing complex paradoxes.

When to Use the Integrated~Autonomy Workshop

Perfect for these situations and team challenges

A team struggles with conflicting strategies of centralization versus decentralization.

Cross-functional teams need to address diverse stakeholder needs without compromising.

How the Integrated~Autonomy Workshop Works

A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process

1Step 1: Frame the Paradox

In this step, participants are introduced to the Wicked Question that embodies the paradox they will explore. The goal is to shift the mindset from either/or thinking to both/and strategies by highlighting the tension the group faces.

2Step 2: Surface the Tension Points

Here, participants identify specific instances in their work where the paradox manifests. Through individual reflection and group discussion, they pinpoint the key tension points they will address.

3Step 3: Generate Actions for Side A

Participants focus on generating a rich list of actions that support Side A of the tension. They brainstorm individually and then collaborate in small groups to refine their ideas without considering Side B yet.

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Key Topics Covered in the Integrated~Autonomy Workshop

integrated autonomyliberating structuresboth and strategiesparadox managementteam facilitationcollaborationstrategy development

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Promotes actionable outcomes that can be implemented immediately.

Leaders want to move beyond repetitive either/or debates in meetings.

A group has identified a Wicked Question and seeks actionable strategies.

Conflict arises from team members championing different sides of a shared tension.

Team Problems the Integrated~Autonomy Workshop Solves

Say goodbye to these common team challenges

Teams oscillate between two competing strategies without finding stability.

Participants default to picking sides instead of addressing the underlying tension.

Conflict arises from differing opinions on the same tension.

Superficial compromises are made instead of developing genuine both/and strategies.

Step 4: Generate Actions for Side B

In this step, the focus shifts to Side B, where participants generate actions that strengthen this side. The same individual and group brainstorming format is followed to ensure a comprehensive list.

5Step 5: Find Both/And Actions

Participants review the actions generated for both sides and identify those that naturally support both sides of the tension, moving these actions to the center column of their worksheets.

6Step 6: Modify and Create

This creative step involves participants brainstorming modifications to existing actions or creating new ones that can serve both sides of the tension, promoting innovative solutions.

7Step 7: Prioritise and Select

Finally, groups present their top both/and actions and use voting to select the most promising ones. Actionable next steps are defined to ensure follow-through and accountability.

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