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The Johari Window Model
Posted by: | CommentsThe Johari Window Model was developed by Joseph Luft & Harry Ingram. Its main purpose is to help us understand ourselves, and in building relationships with others. It can also be used in group dynamics, team development and all forms of business relationships.
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Hello, My name is Bill Blake and today I would like to talk with you about another useful little tool called the Johari Window Model. This model can be used effectively in helping us understand ourselves and in building relationships with others.
The Johari Window model was developed in the mid 1950’s by Joseph Luft and Harry Ingram – hence the name Johari. While primarily a model of understanding between two people, it can also be used to develop a greater understanding of ourselves, and to facilitate personal growth. It is also useful in discovering your strengths, blind spots and areas to further explore. Because of the nature of the information shared in the process, the Johari window works best in a high trust environment. Read More→
SWOT Analysis – A Tool for Success
Posted by: | CommentsThe Road to success is not an easy one, but it is navigable. The SWOT analysis is designed to identify all that factors and could affect the achievement of your vision/goal. It can be your map to success.
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Force Field Analysis
Posted by: | CommentsIn striving for success, we sometimes run up against a roadblock or challenge that seems to stop us in our tracks. But Kurt Lewin indicates that for the status quo to change, the equilibrium must be upset either by adding conditions favourable to the change or reducing the forces resisting it. The Force Field Analysis is a tool that shows you how to do this systematically.
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Optimizing Your Elevator Speech
Posted by: | CommentsHow many times have you been asked, “What do you do?”
Each time you were given a unique opportunity to start a business relationship. Knowing how to respond to that simple question, in a way that will work to your advantage, is a skill that, once mastered, can lead to the success you are looking for. As Michael Eisner (of Disney Studios) observed, “When an idea can’t be articulated simply, crisply and accessibly, there is usually something wrong with it. When I hear a good idea, it has an effect on my mind and body.”
A person is standing before you, asking you a simple question! And how you respond can determine your future business relationship with that person. Are you ready for the challenge? Watch the video!
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Are We Killing Creativity?
Posted by: | CommentsKen Robinson was born in Liverpool England, one of seven children from a working class background. He studied English and Drama at the University of Leeds, and completed a PhD at the University of London – researching drama and theatre in education.
Since then he has held several noteworthy posts in Education and Drama, and led a UK Commission on creativity, education, and the economy
Dr. Robinson is not only a renowned speaker, He holds many noteworthy distinctions, including being named 2009 Ambassador for the European Year of Creativity and Innovation. He has a long history of achievements in arts education, and in 1998 he chaired the National Advisory Committee on Creative and Cultural Education. In 2003 he was knighted for his achievements in creativity, education and the arts.
Sir Ken Robinson has given two presentations on the role of creativity in education at TED conferences. The following is the first presentation, and lasts just under 20 minutes.
