What happens if multiple teams explore the same particular “arc” (or first-order implication)? Consistent with our “scouting metaphor,” if we send good scouts out over the same territory, they’re likely to discover the different important elements, particularly if the topic …
As we continue to explore both the “paper-based” and software supported versions of the Implications Wheel — this article raises some very thoughtful points from a “critical thinking” perspective. Article Link
Rise of the Machines From Michael Jackson’s “Shaping Tomorrow” Newsletter: An outstanding example of describing a “center” with details — and some good “first-order” implications. 17 February 2015 Many jobs will be automated-away while new, human-only jobs will grow dramatically …
We’ve discussed the value of having three different strategic thinking perspectives in any strategy work. These three strategic thinking perspectives include people with front-line experience, others with functional expertise, and innovative thinkers that look at opportunities and challenges in new and different …
Ask about the implications of their answer. When people answer a question without being particularly revealing, or by giving a very safe answer, what do you do? For instance, when asked about greatest weakness, someone says, “I’m a perfectionist” or …
I wonder if there is “scouting” fatigue? Does this suggest a two half-day format might yield better implications than a day-long event? We certainly know that participants report “mental exhaustion” at the end of long sessions. The phenomenon of “decision …
If all the viewpoints we hear come from people who are like us, we assume that we have the same information and the same perspective. We think we have the right answer and, since we don’t hear otherwise, we have …
Some observations and insights on “paper-based” explorations. Including some insights on using “paper arcs” for demonstrations — and some observations from an exploration conducted in November 2014 with 160 participants — created on paper then entered into the software. 160 …
A very interesting article because of our focus on “paper-based” explorations.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90237319/how-to-solve-complex-problems-by-not-focusing-on-them