And, NO, not that AI.
I became aware of Appreciative Inquiry perhaps two decades ago. I read a book on the subject and it literally changed the way I was leading folks in my organization. Influencing me to shift my leadership mindset and thinking from—
Deficit versus Asset thinking
Strengths versus Weakness thinking
Positive versus Negative thinking
Affirmative versus Denial thinking
Learning Organization versus Status Quo
It also inspired me to become more aware (and appreciative) of—
Becoming much more strengths-based in my self-awareness and leadership approaches.
Amplifying strengths when coaching individuals.
Using more appreciative and positive language when providing feedback.
Including the teams in co-creating and crafting a shared vision.
