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Calling those who are working toward co-creating a world that works for all: What can we learn from each other, do together? Join us for our first global online summit in Open Space on 28 and 29 June 2024 - Co-creating a world that works for all. https://lnkd.in/erVGrxBe

🚀 We are excited to share insights from our latest blog on the future of learning! In today's rapidly evolving world, traditional education systems fall short in equipping us with the skills needed to navigate complexity and uncertainty. 🔍 So: How can we adapt to the unpredictability of the 21st century? 💡 The call for a paradigm shift in learning is louder than ever, and it starts with embracing Collaborative - Social - Learning. Our blog delves into the concept of Social Learning, highlighting the necessity of learning together with others to cultivate essential skills for the new economy. We explore the transformative power of Learning Labs, spaces where diverse individuals come together to practice and evolve. 🌐 Will you join the conversation on reshaping education for the future? Explore our prototype Learning Labs and envision a community-driven approach to learning. #FutureOfLearning #SocialLearning #CollaborativeEducation #LearningLabs #21stCenturySkills #CommunityDrivenLearning François Knuchel, Brett Sadler FAC FRSA, Katrin Shaw, Joanna Staniszewska

🌐 How can your organisation encourage more cross-functional collaboration and holistic thinking without resorting to major structural shifts? 🌐 Many organisations struggle with silo mentalities, hindering collaboration and innovation. Traditional interventions often focus on individual teams, but neglect the larger organisational picture. It's time to shift towards holistic approaches, like Liberating Structures or Open Space Technology (commonly known as Open Space). 💡 In a nutshell, Open Space enables thousands of meaningful conversations to happen serendipitously at scale and across the organisation that otherwise would never have happened and would have been impossible to plan, all within a limited time scale of 1 or 2 days. 💡 It enables large-scale, participatory collaboration, breaking down silos and fostering innovation across departments. 💡 By embracing emergence and co-creation, organisations can tap into the collective wisdom of their teams and drive meaningful change. So given Open Space Technology has so many advantages, why is it not used more frequently in organisations? What are the stumbling blocks? The biggest is probably a general lack of awareness, or a perceived 'weirdness' of the process: - For most managers, not having a clear agenda can feel rather frightening. - Facilitators often want to manage the process, rather than let it open up itself. - Unpredictable outcomes can be scary. - It can be logistically demanding. So, Open Space Facilitators need to be trained in the role of invitation (versus imposition) and the effect of agendas on the matter. There is a general need for organisations to have more facilitators and facilitative leaders, if organisations are to thrive through innovation and collaboration. And they should also have an Open Space Facilitator or two at hand. Learn more about Open Space Technology and how we can help: François Knuchel, Katrin Shaw, Joanna Staniszewska, Brett Sadler FAC FRSA #OrganizationalEffectiveness #CollaborativeCulture #Innovation #OpenSpaceTechnology #CrossFunctionalTeams #HolisticThinking

Treat your people like human beings, not human resources Creating meaningful relationships at work isn't just about camaraderie—it's essential for fostering a culture of trust and respect. But how can we ensure our organisations prioritise these connections? In times of uncertainty, how we treat our employees speaks volumes. As we still navigate the aftermath of the pandemic, it's clear that prioritising the well-being and development of our teams is key to long-term success. 💡 How can we cultivate a workplace culture that values genuine connections and mutual support? Join us in reimagining the future of work—together, we can create workplaces where everyone thrives. Katrin Shaw, François Knuchel, Joanna Staniszewska, Brett Sadler FAC FRSA 🚀 #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEmpowerment #Trust #Respect #FutureOfWork #RelationshipBuilding #EmployeeWellBeing #TalentRetention #EmployeeExperience #OrganizationalSuccess

Distributed Leadership anchored in the Power to Object In traditional Japanese manufacturing, the Andon system empowers every employee to ensure product quality and safety. Pulling a red cord halts the entire production line, signaling a problem needing immediate attention. But how can Western organisations embrace this approach? Beyond traditional leadership lies sociocracy, offering a more inclusive and distributed decision-making process. This process is based on consent and objections rather than voting and opposition, fostering collaboration and richer decision-making. 🔍 Learn more how you can cultivate a culture where every employee feels empowered to 'halt the line' to ensure your organisation can thrive: #Sociocracy #CollaborativeLeadership #OrganizationalCulture #Innovation #DecisionMaking #EmployeeEmpowerment #ContinuousImprovement François Knuchel, Katrin Shaw, Brett Sadler FAC FRSA, Joanna Staniszewska

Ever wondered what lies beneath the surface of your organisational culture? Do you want to navigate complexity, drive change, and unlock the full potential of collective intelligence within your organisation? 🥽 Then dive deep and find out how to get started with one of our embodied simulations! What can you expect? 🐟 Explore culture, hidden assumptions and other artefacts of our working environments. 🐠 Uncover blockers and hidden drivers that hinder collaborative teamwork. 🎣 This immersive experience offers a roadmap to overcome systemic obstacles within your organisation. #OrganisationalCulture #Teamwork #ChangeManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #LearningAndDevelopment #CultureSimulation François Knuchel, Brett Sadler FAC FRSA, Joanna Staniszewska, Helen Triggs, Fiona Craig What are you waiting for? Find out more:

👂 Listening is the cornerstone of effective communication and fostering trust within any relationship. It creates the psychological safety needed for people to freely express their thoughts and ideas, especially in the workplace. Wondering how to put this into practice? Here are some actionable steps you can take within your organisation to ensure you're actively listening to your team's invaluable input: 👉🏽 Circle Meetings: Embrace circle meetings to gather diverse ideas on a topic or problem your team is tackling. Encourage everyone to share their thoughts, ensuring each voice is heard and respected. 👉🏾 Consent Process: After gathering ideas, propose solutions and seek input from your team. Allow space for questions, suggestions, and adjustments, ensuring everyone consents to the decision before implementation. Great leaders understand the power of listening. By creating solutions collaboratively, we foster a culture of trust and innovation. 🙋🏼 What is the best example you've seen (heard) of someone truly listening in the workplace? 🙋🏽♂️ #ListeningSkills #Collaboration #LeadershipDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement #EffectiveCommunication #Innovation 🌟 Find out more from Katrin Shaw, Brett Sadler FAC FRSA, Joanna Staniszewska, François Knuchel:

Are you familiar with the Forgetting Curve? It's a fascinating concept highlighting how about half of what we learn is lost after just one day! 😱 💡 Did you know we retain: - 10% of what we see - 30% of what we see and hear - 90% of what we see, hear, and do 🌟 We also learn best through social interaction and by having control over our learning process. Let's move beyond traditional methods and embrace learning experiences that fit into our daily tasks! Curious to delve deeper into fostering a culture of continuous learning? Check out the full blog post, written by Katrin Shaw! 📚 🙋🏽♂️ How are you promoting ongoing learning in your team? 🙋🏼 #ForgettingCurve #OngoingLearning #SocialInteraction #EmployeeDevelopment #CompanyCulture François Knuchel, Brett Sadler FAC FRSA, Joanna Staniszewska

Promoting ongoing learning is crucial due to the Forgetting Curve, where half of learning is lost in a day. Social interaction enhances learning effectiveness. Traditional methods may be tiring; instead, focus on personalized, job-integrated learning to boost employee satisfaction and contribute to company goals. Creating a culture of ongoing learning saves time, money, and aligns with the company's mission and vision. https://lnkd.in/e9xB9s6Q

At GoFish! Collective we embrace #diversity of people and ideas, and celebrate complementarity, with a view of making organisations of the future #human places of #collaboration, #learning and ultimately of #joy and #achievement. In this blog post originally published in 2018, François Knuchel explores how #sociocracy aligns with the #newwaysofworking methodologies #lean, #agile, and #teal, emphasising the common focus on human #development within organisations. Have you heard of any of these methodologies? Would you like to learn more? Leave a comment with the methodology that interests you the most and we are happy to explain further so you don't feel like a fish out of water 🐟 🐠 🐡 🦈 Brett Sadler FAC FRSA Joanna Staniszewska Katrin Shaw