Polarity Thinking in the Workplace

Formats: 4-hour virtual course  |  1-day instructor-led onsite

Polarities are two forces that are opposite each other, yet both forces are required to keep a natural balance in any system. This can include short term and long term goals, profitability and growth, competition and collaboration, reducing cost and improving quality, and control and empowerment. We will teach you how to shift your thinking about polarities and find the positives on each side. You will learn to shift your mindset from “either/or” to “both/and,” resulting in more curiosity, innovation, and better performance outcomes.

Learning Objectives »

  • Define polarity thinking.
  • Compare problems vs. polarity.
  • Manage issues through polarity mapping.
  • Identify warning indicators.
  • Avoid employee ambiguity.
  • Create action steps for managing polarity.

Course Agenda »

Understanding Polarity Thinking

  1. What are Polarities?
  2. Problems vs. Polarities
  3. What is Polarity Thinking?
  4. How Polarity Thinking Affects Business

Polarity Mapping

  1. The 4 Quadrants
  2. Positive and Negative Outcomes
  3. Interdependent Issues
  4. Aiming for High Quadrants

Polarity Management

  1. Differentiating Problems vs. Polarity
  2. Understanding Your Bias
  3. Managing the Constant Push and Pull
  4. Recognizing Warning Signals
  5. Overcoming Inconsistency and Uncertainty
  6. Creating Action Plans
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Polarity Thinking in the Workplace

Formats: 4-hour virtual course  |  1-day instructor-led onsite

Polarities are two forces that are opposite each other, yet both forces are required to keep a natural balance in any system. This can include short term and long term goals, profitability and growth, competition and collaboration, reducing cost and improving quality, and control and empowerment. We will teach you how to shift your thinking about polarities and find the positives on each side. You will learn to shift your mindset from “either/or” to “both/and,” resulting in more curiosity, innovation, and better performance outcomes.

Learning Objectives »

  • Define polarity thinking.
  • Compare problems vs. polarity.
  • Manage issues through polarity mapping.
  • Identify warning indicators.
  • Avoid employee ambiguity.
  • Create action steps for managing polarity.

Course Agenda »

Understanding Polarity Thinking

  1. What are Polarities?
  2. Problems vs. Polarities
  3. What is Polarity Thinking?
  4. How Polarity Thinking Affects Business

Polarity Mapping

  1. The 4 Quadrants
  2. Positive and Negative Outcomes
  3. Interdependent Issues
  4. Aiming for High Quadrants

Polarity Management

  1. Differentiating Problems vs. Polarity
  2. Understanding Your Bias
  3. Managing the Constant Push and Pull
  4. Recognizing Warning Signals
  5. Overcoming Inconsistency and Uncertainty
  6. Creating Action Plans