The Stockdale Paradox
Great for teams at extreme ends of the spectrum — overconfident or underconfident . Also good for the highly distracted individual who takes on everything and wants to be a part of everything . This conversation focuses on maximizing effectiveness .
WHAT YOU ’ LL BE COVERING
• Define and discuss the importance of The Stockdale Paradox .
• Use the “ Hedgehog Concept ” to review current activities .
• Build confidence based on talent , determination , and your clearly defined “ world .”
• Team members discuss how to help each other achieve personal greatness .
… when it comes to our careers , learning to pivot is Plan A . Pivoting , within our roles and throughout our careers , is the new normal .
— PIVOT
Map What ’ s Next
These days , the pace of work means individuals need always be thinking about how to shift and adjust their roles , skills and careers to meet the changing needs of organizations . This conversation focuses on how individuals can intentionally map their next career pivot , a purposeful shift in direction that creates renewed momentum in their role , work or career , and opens the door for continued discussions about career development within the team .
WHAT YOU ’ LL BE COVERING
• Discuss career planning and the importance of thinking ahead to what ’ s next for your career , as well as a review of the Pivot Method from the pre-read .
• Think about past career moves , and discuss the strengths and experiences to leverage in pursuing an upcoming career pivot .
• Plan a future career pivot by working through the 4 steps of the Pivot Method ( Plan , Scan , Pilot , Launch ) individually , and then discuss potential individual and team pivots as a group .
• Make individual and team commitments to pursuing one element of the pivots identified during the Conversation .
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