WHY ACTION LEARNING BRINGS TEAMS IN FLOW PART 2
The concentration of team members during an Action Learning session is typically very high. The dynamic of asking questions, answering questions, active listening and the focus on the multiple aspects of the session (the problem, leadership competencies, team dynamics, coach learning interventions) completely fills up the mental capacity of the team members. That is also […]
WHY ACTION LEARNING BRINGS TEAMS IN FLOW PART 3
In part 1 and 2 of this series of articles, we looked at the eight components that bring enjoyment to work according to the Flow research (Csikszentmihalyi, 1990, p. 49), and have clearly demonstrated that WIAL Action Learning fulfills all the requirements and creates the environment for the development of more complex individuals through differentiation […]
WHY CRU USES ACTION LEARNING
If I did not know how to swim and I wanted to become a swimmer is there a book you could recommend – that if I read the book I could then call myself a swimmer? Or maybe you could recommend a video that if I just watched I could then call myself a swimmer? […]
WHY QUESTIONS
No form of communication is as powerful as a question. Great questions have changed our lives, and indeed, have changed the world! In Action Learning, group members are required to use questions because questions have the unique power and ability to accomplish all 4 of the WIAL solution spheres. Questions are necessary for individuals and […]
WIAL PHILIPPINES: THE BIRTH OF A NEW AFFILIATE
More than twenty years ago, three Filipinos, Tina Asuncion Alafriz, Leo Castillo and myself met in a personal transformation seminar and became friends. We realized then the importance of continuous learning and attended more leadership programs, which eventually led us to discover our purpose in Life – to assist in the actualization of the Filipino’s […]
Scenario: Forgotten norms
Forgotten norms
Scenario: Favorite Tool
Favorite Tool
LEARNING FROM THE MASTERS: HOW DO I MAKE SURE ACTION LEARNING MAKES A SUSTAINABLE IMPACT?
Very often, people and organizations do not succeed to make an impact that sustains. Even though one starts off something new (e.g. Action Learning) with enthusiasm, it often results in a rapid relapse into old habits. How can I reduce the risk of falling back into old behavior, such as judging instead of asking questions? […]
BUILDING ENGAGEMENT FOR CHANGE
Action learning is often used by organizations to support change initiatives. In order for organizational change to be successful and sustainable, there needs to be continuous commitment and participation by people in the organization. In order to be more change-ready, organizations need to develop its capacity and capability. Action learning is an effective approach to […]
Scenario: Too Hot
Too Hot