Toolbox Tuesdays: Do you want an effective tool/method to gather feedback?
The Sailboat exercise is a great way to capture better feedback than simply asking people what they think or feel.It uses structured questions and a metaphor that helps people think deeper about the topic at hand.Here’s how it works:1. Draw a sailboat on your physical...Job Seekers: Your first goal is to get the interview. Embarking on the journey to an interview can feel much like preparing for an exciting vacation.
Let’s envision this process as if you’re gearing up for the vacation of a lifetime, where the final destination is the perfect interview where you will knock it out of the park.🎒 Packing Your SuitcaseEnsuring you have everything needed for various...Job Seekers: Remember that life is what happens when we are making other plans.
Allen Saunders reminds us to stay present and adaptable in this short quote.For job seekers, it’s a reminder not to become so consumed by the pursuit of the next job, that you miss out on the goodness in the current moment.Be open to opportunities that may arise...Job Seekers: What will you write about your journey to find new work after it’s over?
Will you have lessons to share? New friends along the way? Will you be a better version of yourself?See the following inspirational post from Shauna Bott about her journey.It might just contain something that helps get you on the right path today.Make it a GREAT...Toolbox Tuesday: A structured approach to problem solving and resolving the true root cause.
Today’s tool is the A3 problem solving technique and process. This structured process guides an individual or team through key steps to get from a problem to a solution.It’s called A3 because this whole tool is meant to fit on one side of a paper no larger...