Learn to love the questions

Learn to love the questions

What is a good question to ask? How do you find the right question for a specific situation? Why are questions such a powerful tool to unlock value in organizations, teams and individuals?Asking questions enables: learningexchanging ideasinnovation and...
One thing you do not know about me

One thing you do not know about me

How empathetic are you? Do you try seeing the world through other people’s eyes? How can you practice putting your own preconceived ideas aside choosing to understand the ideas, thoughts, and needs of others instead? Empathy is the first part of Design Thinking,...
Uninterrupted speaking

Uninterrupted speaking

When was the last time you knew that you will not be interrupted when speaking? That you were being granted time to think, reflect and indulge in your thoughts? That you were given a space to think?To experience this, try out “Thinking pairs” (credits:...
To change perspectives, change the question

To change perspectives, change the question

When have you last tried to change your perspective? To look at the same problem with fresh eyes? To reconsider your own assumptions allowing new possibilities to open up and different views to enrich your trail of thought? One exercise I can recommend: To change...
Embracing vulnerability

Embracing vulnerability

Have you given much thought to vulnerability lately? Do you allow yourself and others in your team to show vulnerability at work and not just to expose the superpowers? After all, what does it mean to you: to be vulnerable?Here is an exercise that you can do by...
Taking breaks

Taking breaks

Are you purposefully taking breaks during the day? Do you encourage your team members to pause, to have some quiet time and to refocus? What would you (what would they) gain by clearing your mind making space again – as if your mind turned into a blank...