CEO Essentials with the Center for Creative Leadership – Polarity Thinking
Leadership Development
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1h 10m
While some issues are problems with a definite answer, the more challenging issues are polarities — situations in which either side has benefits and drawbacks. Attempting to address these issues with traditional problem-solving skills only makes things worse. There is a significant, competitive advantage for a leader who can distinguish between a problem to solve and a polarity to manage and is effective with both. In this session, we will explore Polarity Thinking and how leaders can use this lens to effectively manage individual, team or organizational challenges. We will also engage with a mapping tool designed to help an individual think through ideas within various polarities. When used successfully, it helps identify the upsides and downsides of each pole, resulting in a whole picture of the polarity to be leveraged. This tool can be used with individuals and teams.
Session Objectives:
Increase understanding of polarities and tensions that exist within leadership roles
Develop self-awareness about relevant polarities & preferences about core leadership tasks
Understand polarity mapping as a tool for developing action plans for increasing leadership effectiveness
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