Is there is danger in the use of simple team building tools and models? There is definitely a risk in selecting the simple rather than the complex. Some individuals dismiss simplicity as fluff and perceive it as an indicator of a lack of depth and bench strength on the part of a consultant. This can undermine credibility if a new client is left asking “Is that all there is?”. While I agree that there is a place for complex models, they are often used inappropriately. Here is what I mean. If teams and organizations are avoiding the discipline of rigourous analysis and opting for obvious solutions that fail to create breakthroughs, it is time to go deeper. By contrast, in the midst of turbulence, it’s important to simplify rather than complicate an intricate or emotionally charged situation. It’s time to apply the brakes, slow things down and give team members a chance to develop a clearer picture of the dynamics at play. Why complicate a situation that is already too complicated to the point of creating tension and friction?
Jan
08
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