Analysis Methods Articles

30 Powerful Questions to Change the Point of View in Meetings

Too often, we rush straight to asking for the deliverable. For instance, if the goal is to develop a plan to mitigate burnout in the IT Service Department, we tend to jump to ‘solving’ by...

What is TRIZ, When You Should You Use It, and Stop Doing the Counterproductive

TRIZ represents a methodology focused on innovative processes or product improvement. Use it when you need innovative thinking that extends beyond common process flow diagrams and requirements...

Facilitating an Effective After-Action Review (AAR / Hot Wash): Agenda and Best Practices

An After-Action Review (AAR) is an effective tool for debriefing projects, programs, or other initiatives. It may also be considered similar to a Hot Wash, After-Action Debriefing, Look Back,...

How to Facilitate Force Field Analysis Leading to Actions

Force Field analysis modifies and improves upon a similar approach called “pros & cons.” Force Field analysis helps groups identify and prioritize actions and opportunities for improvement,...

Work Breakdown Structure Increases Focus and Reduces Scope Creep

May 25, 2017 | Analysis Methods, Meeting Structure

Experienced facilitators understand both the challenge and value of getting a group to focus on the same thing at the...

Six Strategy-Crushing Mistakes Organizations Make And How You Can Rise Above the Rubble

Mar 30, 2017 | Analysis Methods, Leadership Skills, Prioritizing

By Mark Morgan, CEO and Founder of StratEx Advisors, Inc. Oh, the mistakes organizations make. Business plans or...

30 Powerful Questions to Change the Point of View in Meetings

Mar 9, 2017 | Analysis Methods, Problem Solving

Too often, we rush straight to asking for the deliverable. For instance, if the goal is to develop a plan to mitigate...

da Vinci’s Innovation Traits: Still Relevant, Still Compelling

Analysis Methods, Leadership Skills

Leonardo da Vinci identified seven key traits or skills that one can cultivate to enhance intelligence and unlock the...

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