About This Course

Through positive questioning, employees will be directed to move in a positive direction. Recognizing the strengths and values of what works, as opposed to what's wrong will transform the individuals and in turn transform the organization. Appreciative Inquiry is a shift from looking at problems and deficiencies and instead focusing on strengths and successes. It is a tool for change, and it will strengthen relationships throughout your business. Through best practices and positive stories, you will transform your organization. Module One: Getting Started Module Two: Introducing Appreciative Inquiry What is Appreciative Inquiry? Generating a Better Future Engaging People in Positive Thought Change the Person, Change the Organization Module Three: Changing the Way You Think Shifting from "What's Wrong?" to "What's Right"? It's Not Eliminating Mistakes, It's Holding Up Successes Positive Language Will Affect People's Thinking Limit or Remove Negative Phrasing Module Four: Four D model Discovery Dream Design Delivery Module Five: The Four I Model Initiate Inquire Imagine Innovate Module Six: Appreciative Inquiry Interview Style Framing Positive Questions Solicit Positive Stories Finding Out What Works Recognize the Reoccurring Themes Module Seven: Anticipatory Reality Imagining a Successful Future Will Affect the Present Controlling Negative Anticipation Current Decisions Will Be Influenced Positively Base It on Data and Real Examples Module Eight: The Power of Positive Imagery Shaping Performance with Positive Imagery Being Better Prepared for Adversity People are More Flexible and Creative Think of the Perfect Situation Module Nine: Influencing Change Through AI Using Strengths to Solve Challenges Confidence Will Promote Positive Change Inquiry is a Seed of Change People Will Gravitate Towards What is Expected of Them Module Ten: Coaching and Managing With AI Build Around What Works Focus on Increases Recognize the Best in People Limit or Remove Negative Comments Module Eleven: Creating a Positive Core Strengths Best Practices Peak Experiences Successes Module Twelve: Wrapping Up Duration: 1-2 day in-house workshop with an expert trainer, dependent on your needs (in-person or online)

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