Podcast appearances and mentions of David L Cooperrider

David L. Cooperrider has proved that it's in finding strengths that we render weaknesses irrelevant. David Cooperrider is the Professor of Appreciative Inquiry at the Weatherhead School of Management, Case Western Reserve University. He serves as faculty Director of the Fowler Center for Business as an Agent of World Benefit. He is best known for his pioneering theory on ‘Appreciative Inquiry' and has served as advisor to senior executives in business and societal leadership roles, including projects with Nobel Laureates such as William Jefferson Clinton, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, and Kofi Annan. In 2017 David received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the OD Network. He has also served as strategic advisor to a wide variety of organizations including Apple, Verizon, Johnson & Johnson, Wal-Mart as well as American Red Cross, and the American Hospital Association. David Cooperrider is said to be a giant of generosity and discovery as well as one of the most outstanding scholars of our generation! I can't think of anyone better to teach us how we can rethink solving the problems by using Appreciataive Inquiry. [00:01 - 7:03] Opening Segment I introduce David Cooperrider Bio David shares a bit about himself [07:04 - 26:50] Rethinking How We Solve Problems By Using “Appreciative Inquiry” David give us an intro to the definition of Appreciative Inquiry We become what we ask questions about The WAY we ask questions as a focus A strength based approach using curiosity “The task of leadership is to create an alignment of strengths in ways that make a system's weaknesses irrelevant.” - Peter F. Drucker AI is a tool to accomplish this The power of wholeness in human systems How it applies to companies and organizations AI derives from ‘design thinking' We need designed democracy not just dialogue How AI can apply to your own professional lives and organizations Taking away the impulse of focusing on weaknesses Capitalize on strength Organizations are not problems to be solved They are miracles of human relationship An opportunity to connect to humanity They are universes of strengths filled with imagination Not “what's wrong,” but “What gives life?” AI reveals infinite potential The example of Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Using AI to bring the whole organization together Market value of over $24B Helped create the “Fair Trade Movement” How AI is being used to create peace across the world [26:51 - 48:15] Appreciative Inquiry in Our Own Lives Challenging “The Deficit Based Theory of Change” People don't fundamentally resist change We are hardwired for joy through growth Think of your high-point moments of coming together The Continuity Question: what are the most important qualities you need to keep We are more open to disruption when we know the values will sustain Give good wings to the truth of stories Uniting together under appreciative inquiry You don't need to solve the earth's problems We need to connect Our core task is to discover our purpose and live it out Seeing things that no one else can see: Appreciative Intelligence Wake up your appreciative eye Bring out the best in humanity and amplify our future on The Goodness Exchange More information on how you can join in below [48:16 - 59:53] Putting AI into Action David talks about what to do next with this information The rising of the science of positivity Positive emotions reverse past patterns of negativity Positivity is like an “undo” button We can't allow the planet to fail Business is a force for positive change Innovation in leadership is growing exponentially [59:54 - 1:05:41] Closing Segment How to connect with David and his work Links below Final announcements Tweetable Quotes: “As human systems, we become what we ask questions about.” - David L. Cooperrider “My sense of hope goes up every time we have the courage to bring up this system into the room… There is something about the magic of wholeness that brings out our ability to listen.” - David L. Cooperrider “Stories have wings and they fly from mountain top to mountain top.” - David L. Cooperrider Resources Mentioned: Books: Appreciative Intelligence Podcasts: Mo Gawdat Annemarie Shrouder Links: https://www.uri.org/ The New Change Equation (Video) Appreciative Inquire Commons AI Events Connect with David on LinkedIn and Facebook. Be sure to visit https://www.davidcooperrider.com/ and strengthen your Appreciative Inquiry! *Open Now! Your home for hope and personal path to more joy and less fear, will open with the launch of The Goodness Exchange! No one with good intentions and good ideas needs to feel alone ever again. The Goodness Exchange will be bringing out our BEST impulses as individuals and amplifying our collective genius! Conspiracy of Goodness Links: The Goodness Exchange https://goodness-exchange.com/ Conspiracy of Goodness on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/goodnessnetwork/ Dr. Lynda's Book: https://www.dr-lynda.com/book/happiness EWC Ed: https://ed.everwideningcircles.com/

In today's episode Dan chats with Cheri Torres and Jackie Stavros. Cheri is CEO and lead catalyst of Collaborative by Design, a consulting firm that helps organizations improve performance, retain talent, and transform communication and culture, whilst Jackie is a professor at the College of Business and Information Technology, Lawrence Technological University, and an Appreciative Inquiry advisor at the David L. Cooperrider Center for Appreciative Inquiry. This conversation explores how Appreciative Inquiry can be used to create much better conversations, both in groups and one-on-one. If you find the conversation useful, you should register for their free upcoming webinar here. You can also learn more about the book, and access some useful resources at: https://conversationsworthhaving.today/ If you're interested in checking out the Habits of Leadership Academy, or would like to get in touch with any questions, comments or suggestions for guests, then please head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/  

Raise your hand if you get enough downtime in your days? Your weeks, months, or years? We've been covering the topic of rest, or what we like to call “productive downtime”, throughout the month of July. Now, it's time to walk our talk. Rather than put new episodes together for August, we're doin' the backstroke to dig a little deeper into a select handful of past episodes that really dial in on what it means to pause. So, if the past few episodes about incorporating more rest, reflection, and productive downtime have been resonating with you, then August might just be your moment to start baking in the practice of rest into your regular routine, too.When we talk about being successful, both as humans and in our professional work, we usually refer to climbing some sort of proverbial ladder. Whether it's a corporate or an entrepreneurial ladder, we all want to keep going up. But if we're in a constant state of “up”, we miss out on all the in between. There's value in the in between. If you don't take the time to pause, you're not harvesting the important insights you just worked so hard to get. Growth isn't actually in the shape of a ladder. It's more like a spiral staircase. You still move upward, but with every step you take up, culmination invites you to circle back and reflect upon the wisdom gained from each previous footfall. So when we build in moments to pause, and reflect on our experiences before automatically moving on to the next thing, we can actually harvest the nourishing wisdom that we've worked for.This episode an invitation to go deeper into what's working.In this episode, Karlee weaves audience questions and comments with powerful episode clips to create rich conversations around professional sustainability. She'll map out how you can make space for nourishment, and explains why it's so important to pause and reflect. Leaning into the wisdom of listeners and guests, she'll also identify what it means when we feel guilt for resting, and how that feeling can actually be a clue as to whether or not we're truly living our values. If you're ready to reap the benefits of pause and create space for rest and nourishment in your life, then this episode is for you! What You'll Learn in This Episode:What to expect from the podcast through August (3:23)Why the time to consider a deeper form of nourishment is now (16:58)A “nourishment” refresher (18:28)How pros get past distractions and get time for nourishment (21:30)Following up (and through!) on the 5 Better Questions (29:07)Changing our relationship with guilt (39:05)How to know when you're honoring your values (44:19)Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Episode 73: The Purposeful Pause - How Women Get Colossal Results By Contracting Before We ExpandEpisode 3: Done Burning Out? The 4 phases of growth and sustaining successEpisode 69: Out of Sync? How Wise Women are Receiving NourishmentEpisode 70: Thinking About Change? How We Find Focus and Make Elevated ChoicesWebsite: David L. Cooperrider Center for Appreciative InquiryMaster Sheet for FocusEpisode 71: Tired of Feeling Guilty? How Wise Women are Exploring Guilt and Becoming Better Leaders with Catherine FlavinPeople Mentioned in this Episode:Karen Witzig RozellDavid L. CooperriderCatherine Flavin See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When we talk about being successful, both as humans and in our professional work, we usually refer to climbing some sort of proverbial ladder. Whether it’s a corporate or an entrepreneurial ladder, we all want to keep going up. But if we’re in a constant state of “up”, we miss out on all the in between. There’s value in the in between. If you don’t take the time to pause, you’re not taking the time to process. This month, Karlee has been focusing on the significance of professional nourishment. So, naturally, this is the perfect time to introduce our very first Culmination episode. At the end of every month, Karlee will bring together the best and brightest bits of wisdom from the previous episodes of that month. The culmination episode will focus on how you can actually apply the wisdom you’ve collected from the month in your own life. Culmination is a time for nourishment. Growth isn’t actually in the shape of a ladder. It’s more like a spiral staircase. You still move upward, but with every step you take up, culmination invites you to circle back and reflect upon the wisdom gained from each previous footfall. When we build in moments to pause, and reflect on our experiences before automatically moving on to the next thing, we can actually harvest the nourishing wisdom that we’ve collected.This is an invitation to go deeper into what's working.In this episode, Karlee weaves in audience questions and comments with the top clips from this month into a rich conversations around professional sustainability. She’ll map out how you can make space for nourishment, and explains why it’s so important to pause and reflect. Leaning into the wisdom of listeners and guests, she’ll also identify what it means when we feel guilt, and how that feeling can actually be a clue as to whether or not we’re truly living our values.If you’re ready to reap the benefits of pause and create space for nourishment in your life, then this episode is for you! What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why the time to consider a deeper form of nourishment is now (9:05)A “nourishment” refresher (11:00)Getting past the distractions and making time for nourishment (14:15)Following up (and through!) on the 5 Better Questions (22:51)Changing our relationship with guilt (31:30)How to know when you’re honoring your values (36:40)Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Episode 3: Done Burning Out? The 4 phases of growth and sustaining successEpisode 69: Out of Sync? How Wise Women are Receiving NourishmentEpisode 70: Thinking About Change? How We Find Focus and Make Elevated ChoicesWebsite: David L. Cooperrider Center for Appreciative InquiryMaster Sheet for FocusEpisode 71: Tired of Feeling Guilty? How Wise Women are Exploring Guilt and Becoming Better Leaders with Catherine FlavinSend your Audio Comments and Questions to anitza@everybodythrive.comConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramMessy and Magnificent is produced by the folks at Ginni Media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The holidays are approaching and people are rethinking how to celebrate, given the pandemic and increasing stress levels. One powerful and effective way we can support our mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being is to practice sincere appreciation for the good things in our lives that we value. Appreciation has two meanings: a feeling or expression of admiration, approval or gratitude; and to increase in value. This month, our Add Heart Call host and HeartMath President, Deborah Rozman, will talk about appreciation as a powerful core heart quality that can quickly uplift us and those we care about. Deborah's guest, Jon Berghoff, will share a process called Appreciative Inquiry that we can use during virtual or in-person holiday gatherings as well as at other times, in any conversation that allows for wisdom, intelligence and strength to be unlocked together. Jon is the founder of the XCHANGE Approach, a scientific approach to unlocking collective wisdom in any group. Appreciative Inquiry is a process for searching for the best of what was, is or could be within any individual, family, group or organization. It means noticing aspects of experience in ways that bring more value to conversations and bring out the best of what's available within each of us. We'll close with a heart-focused meditation to energize our intentions to add more heart to our own appreciation and reap the benefits during the next month. A little more about our guest:Jon is the founder of the XCHANGE Approach, a scientific approach to unlocking collective wisdom in any group. These are extraordinary times calling for exponential conversations. This is why innovative leaders have come to XCHANGE as the solution for bringing together companies, communities and customers in powerful ways, including a method called Appreciative Inquiry. Jon studied under David L. Cooperrider, who created the Appreciative Inquiry approach at the Weatherhead School of Management, Case Western Reserve University.

One afternoon, your boss comes into your office and tells you you’re up for a big promotion. It would require a move, but it’s better money, and it’s an opportunity to move to a new city. The thought excites you and those butterflies start to flutter. Your hands get a little shaky as you try to process the infinite possibilities. Then….After 60 seconds of raw emotion, your mind suddenly starts pummeling you with questions. Your mood starts to shift from excitement to doubt. Why are they considering me? What if I don’t deserve the job? How would I even manage a move like this? What if it’s a mistake? Transitions force us to enter what Kate Northrup calls the fertile void. You’re ripe for change, but you’ve been programmed to drag your heels at the very thought of detaching from your comfort zone. What if instead of getting pulled down by fear, you decided to lean into a different set of questions? When it comes to professional success, it is not survival of the fittest. It’s survival of the focused. Focus requires nourishment.Today, Karlee poses the five better questions to ask yourself when change comes a knockin’. Rather than getting consumed and overwhelmed by the how’s and why’s, she reveals how going deeper into your personal how’s and what’s will actually bring you closer to the answers that ring true for you. Focused decisions that come from a place of deep personal insight are the lights that’ll help guide you through transformation. Whether it’s a voluntary change or one that you didn’t have control over, you can count on the answers you find when they’re accessed from a place of nourishment. If you’re ready to ditch the nourishment deficit and live the better questions, then this episode is for you! What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The starting point for real transformation (4:30)The science behind effective change (6:01)Choosing truth over fear (13:05)Five better questions to help you manage change (19:17)The wisdom of asking for help (24:50)Resources Mentioned In This Episode: FREE ACCESS TO THE BOUNDARY BRUNCH RECORDINGEpisode 69: Out of Sync? How Wise Women are Receiving NourishmentEpisode 5: Five BETTER Questions to Ask When Change Comes Callin‪g‬Episode 3: Done Burning Out? The 4 phases of growth and sustaining successWebsite: David L. Cooperrider Center for Appreciative InquiryGuide Sheets for Appreciative InquiryMaster Sheet for FocusConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramMessy and Magnificent is produced by the folks at Ginni Media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're talking with Laura Sanchez-Greenberg.  She's the founder of Verde Associates… a performance acceleration firm focusing on transforming individuals and the companies they lead. She's incredible and a true expert on grit and perseverance.  And… as you listen, you'll hear some simple but powerful strategies to beat that feeling of “meh” that can creep in.  You know.  Covid's causing a lot of our days to be the same.  Plus, now that a lot of us are facing cold temps… so we're feeling more limited on the stuff we can do. So yeah… we need some real-world strategies to beat the crap out of the “meh.”  THAT is what we're talking about and I think you're going to love it!  Let's get to this! RESOURCES: Dr. Fredrickson's Positivity Self-Test:  Here's where you can Track your Positivity on Dr. Fredrickson's website and some of her interventions to increase positivity resonance. Go to “tools” on the website menu and click on “positivity self-test”  - it will give you your positivity ratio for the day and also track it across time. It's got some neat features which is that it will let you map too.  Positive Image, Positive Action: The Affirmative Basis of Organizing: Laura mentions a study by David L. Cooperrider from Case Western Reserve University.  Download the study here.  The “Implications for management” around positivity starts on pg 14, but a really good read overall.  Enjoy! “We are sometime truly going to see our life as positive, not negative, as made up of continuous willing, not of constraints and prohibition.” – Mary Parker Follett.  TRAVIS ENSLEY: Manage Time & Live Intentionally Laura and I got connected through my good friend and DTD guest, Travis Ensley.  So, I wanted you to have access to his episode too!:  www.mitchmatthews.com/182    Laura is a true “PRACTITIONER SCHOLAR.”   She holds an MBA from the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business... a certificate in Change Management from Harvard Business School, and has studied Group Dynamics and Organizational Design from Georgetown University, and Negotiation and Mediation at the University of Chicago.  Plus, Laura is currently pursuing her PhD in Values Based Leadership.  Specifically... her research focuses on strategies and traits of teams that have experienced accelerated growth and maintained excellent cultural, people, and financial success.   And… as you guys know… at DREAM THINK DO… we're always encouraging experimenting and stretching yourself… and Laura is a big believer in this too! So much so that in addition to the academics… Laura has trained in improv, culinary arts, and she's certified in over 25 different types of assessments. Yeah… she's wicked smaaaat and pure awesome.  So let's get to the conversation. EPISODE MINUTE BY MINUTE: 0:02 Welcome to episode 308 1:32 The Dream Think Do App is coming! 3:46 Get to know Laura 5:52 Conversion starts 5:57 How Laura became passionate about the topic of positivity 7:44 Practical tools for being positive 12:58 Small things that lead to big impact 15:26 You have to start slow 16:32 Novelette vs. new 21:17 Practical ways to beat the “meh” 25:01 Lauras encouragement to you today 25:58 Mitch's biggest takeaways LET'S HEAR FROM YOU! I want to hear from you.  What's something that stood out to you?  What's something you're going to try as the result?  Comment below and let me know.  Can't wait to hear about YOUR experiments.

Today we’re talking to Dr. Lindsey Godwin, who is a professor of management at the Stiller School of Business at Champlain College in Vermont, and the academic director of the David L. Cooperrider Center for Appreciative Inquiry. A practitioner and possibility-iser, Lindsey has a passion for helping individuals and organizations leverage their potential through strength-based change and is a sought after international speaker, consultant, and facilitator whose work has been published in a variety of journals and books, and presented at conferences around the world. In this week’s episode, we discover the three things workplaces are doing to successfully navigate change even in the midst of uncertainty and disruption. Connect with Dr. Lindsey Godwin: https://lindseygodwin.com/ You’ll Learn: [03:19] - Lindsey shares the most intriguing findings from a new study of 1,400 Australian workers on how they are navigating change during this very uncertain and unusual time. [05:27] - Lindsey explains why despite the fact that it is often reported most workplace changes fail, so many participants in the current study reported that their teams and workplaces were thriving despite COVID and economic disruption. [10:56] - Lindsey shares why the way we measure the success of change in most workplaces fails to capture the complex and iterative nature of changing human behavior. [15:43] - Lindsey explains how leaders can help their people navigate change more successfully. [20:25] - Lindsey explains when a tell-and-control change approach from leaders can be beneficial in workplaces. [23:40] - Lindsey shares why our ability to have coaching conversations with others might positively impact the outcomes we’re able to achieve and our wellbeing. [26:29] - Lindsey enters the lightning round. Your Resources: MPPW Podcast on Facebook Group Leading From the Emerging Future by Otto Scharmer Theory U by Otto Scharmer Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for joining me again this week.  If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of this post. Please leave an honest review of the Making Positive Psychology Work Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. They do matter in the rankings of the show, and I read each and every one of them.  And don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. It’s free! You can also listen to all the episodes of Making Positive Psychology Work streamed directly to your smartphone or iPad through stitcher. No need for downloading or syncing. Until next time, take care!  Thank you, Lindsey!

In this episode, Linda McKissack and Dana Gentry reconnect after recent travels. Linda was on a Jazz Cruise where she was surrounded by Grammy winners. Linda said, "Being away for several days allows you to think deeply and replenish your mind." Dana recently completed a year long training course based on the book and paradigm shift called Appreciative Inquiry, written by David L. Cooperrider and Diana Whitney. The course teaches the positive, strength-based approach to leadership development. They conclude the podcast by answering one of the questions from our listeners, “How do you rise above what other people say and think about you?” You don’t want to miss the helpful insights Linda and Dana share on this topic!  Do you have a question? Sign up here to receive valuable resources to help you live your best life. Email your inquiries to info@lindamckissack.com. We will choose a few questions from our listeners each week, so be sure to subscribe to Everything Life and Real Estate.

Cheri Torres is a senior catalyst and consultant at Collaborative by Design and Innovation Partners. She works with leaders and teams in every sector, enhancing their conversational intelligence to support excellence, creativity, and success. Her change management strengths include facilitating strategic whole system conversations and train-the-trainer programs that give organizations the skills and tools to change culture from the inside out. Cheri holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology with a specialization in Collaborative Learning from the University of Tennessee.   Jacqueline (Jackie) Stavros passion is working with others to create meaningful results for positive change. She is recognized for her creation of SOAR, a positive approach to strategic thinking, planning, and leading (www.soar-strategy.com). She is a professor at Lawrence Technological University (LTU) and Appreciative Inquiry Advisor for Flourishing Leadership Institute and David L. Cooperrider Center for Appreciative Inquiry. She has worked across all sectors, including for-profit, nonprofit, government, and a wide spectrum of industries. She has worked in over 25 countries using Appreciative Inquiry to affect the lives of thousands or people and hundreds of organizations improve capacity to thrive and increase performance. Appreciative Inquiry is one of the most effective and widely used approaches for fostering positive change to improve the outcomes of your interactions with others.  She lives in Brighton, Michigan, with her husband, Paul; their kids, Ally and Adam; and Rex, a lovable dog.   Jackie and Cheri are the co-authors of a new book, Conversations Worth Having: Using Appreciative Inquiry to Fuel Productivity and Meaningful Engagement, published by Berrett Koehler. You can find out more here: www.ConversationsWorthHaving.Today.     In this episode, Karen, Jackie, and Cheri discuss: Success Story of Jackie & Cheri Commit to Get Leads Inquire into what your perspective client’s needs are, what their aspirations are, and see how your product or service can add value to their goals. Consult to Sell Use positive framing – take the time to go into a conversation and find out what they wish to have happen moving forward, not what they want to not happen or what they want to avoid. Connect to Build and Grow Uplift people, strengthen relationships, create productivity, strengthen business – create a positive culture through those conversations. Success Thinking, Activities and Vision Appreciative inquiry is important especially in your own self talk and mental conversations. If you visualize yourself succeeding, and put into practice your success actions, you will succeed. Sweet Spot of Success       "If you would seek to add value to those people that you would bring your product or your service to, then you would be doing appreciative inquiry."- Cheri Torres     *5 Minute Success - Listener Giveaway* Go to ConversationsWorthHaving.Today to receive your FREE executive summary of the book and a FREE list of generative questions!     Connect with Jackie Stravos & Cheri Torres:   Website: ConversationsWorthHaving.Today Book: Conversations Worth Having: Using Appreciative Inquiry to Fuel Productive and Meaningful Engagement     About the Podcast   Join host Karen Briscoe each week to learn how you can achieve success at a higher level by investing just 5 minutes a day! Tune in to hear powerful, inspirational success stories and expert insights from entrepreneurs, business owners, industry leaders, and real estate agents that will transform your business and life. Karen shares a-ha moments that have shaped her career and discusses key concepts from her book Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day: Secrets of a Top Agent Revealed.   Here’s to your success in business and in life!     Connect with Karen Briscoe:   Twitter: @5MinuteSuccess Facebook: 5MinuteSuccess Website: 5MinuteSuccess.com Email: Karen@5MinuteSuccess.com   5 Minute Success Links   Learn more about Karen’s book, Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day   Subscribe to 5 Minute Success Podcast   Spread the love and share the secrets of 5 Minute Success with your friends and colleagues!     Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

What is your dignity zone? It’s a place where you feel trusted, respected, and safe. A dignity zone is more than a physical environment. It’s a state of being, an awareness that elevates your self esteem and defines a culture that lets you grow and thrive. Esther Weinberg, today’s podcast guest, has built her entrepreneurial success on the foundation of  her dignity zone. It is also the key that unlocks the power and leadership of the media companies she helps to transform and prosper. Esther is bold, passionate, and bright. You will be inspired by her courage and willingness to embrace change and step into the unknown. Learn how and why she left a great job at Disney to create her own company, MindLight Group. Follow her on her exciting journey that took her from the safety and comfort of a career in the United States to her gratifying work in Uganda. Expand your mind with her insight on the power of being vs. doing and owning your personal power. Discover why it’s important to find your own voice. Experience the vicarious thrill of Esther’s climb to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Today’s podcast is for women and men, people in the corporate world and entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone passionate about mindset and personal growth. BOOKS IN THIS PODCAST Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster by John Krakauer Triggers: Creating Behavior That Lasts–Becoming the Person You Want to Be by Marshall Goldsmith and Wendy Speake Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive in Work and Life by Susan David Appreciative Inquiry: A Positive Revolution in Change by David L. Cooperrider and Diana Whitney The Power of Appreciative Inquiry by Diana Whitney and Amanda Trosten-Bloom Immunity to Change: How to Overcome it and Unlock the Potential in Yourself and Your Organization by Robert Keegan and Lisa Laskow Lahey Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen The Code of the Extraordinary Mind by Vishen Lakhiani ESTHER’S FAVORITE QUOTE “What we think determines what happens to us, so if we want to change our lives, we need to stretch our minds.” – Wayne Dyer CONTACT ESTHER www.MindLightGroup.com (https://mindlightgroup.com/)

Jacqueline Stavros is an Associate Professor at the Lawrence Technological University and has been honored with the LTU Inaugural Presidential Research Award. She’s known for her creation of SOAR, a profoundly positive approach to strategic thinking, planning, and leadership, based on the concept of Appreciative Inquiry. Today we’re talking to Jacqui about how the SOAR framework and how this can be used to help organizations and teams take a strengths-based, systems approach to strategic planning. and the kind of results they might expect.  Jacqui helps us to understand how SOAR differs from SWOT approaches, how to help the cynics embrace a more strengths-orientated approach and how you conduct a quick SOAR in just a few hours with a team. Connect with Jacqueline Stavros: Website: http://soar-strategy.com/ [free_product_purchase id="22823"] You’ll Learn: [02:14] - Jackie talks about 'meeting people where they're at]. [02:50] - Jackie explains generative questions. [03:43] - Jackie gives an introduction to SOAR (strengths, opportunities, aspirations & results) and how it works. [05:55] - Jackie gives example of which situations SOAR is most appropriate for. [08:59] - Jackie explains the '5 'I' Approach'. [12:05] - Jackie discusses the impact of SOAR on the workplace. [17:15] - Jackie talks about potential cautions and caveats of using SOAR. [24:18] - Lighting round with Jacqueline Stavros. Your Resources: Conversations Worth Having by Jackie Stavros, Cheri Torres & David L. Cooperrider Flourish by Martin E. P. Seligman Your Strengths Blueprint by Michelle L. Mcquaid & Ms Erin Lawn Give & Take by Adam Grant Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again this week.  If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of this post. Please leave an honest review for the Making Positive Psychology Work Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. They do matter in the rankings of the show, and I read each and every one of them.  And don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. It’s free! You can also listen to all the episodes of Making Positive Psychology Work streamed directly to your smartphone or iPad through stitcher. No need for downloading or syncing. Until next time, take care!  Thank you Jackie!