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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 2h

so many others in the faculty and administration that support us, the many students we have taught over the years, and our very good friend Marc Gaugain, who is the person who first brought Jerry in to teach more than 3 decades ago and then trusted me with my own class about a decade ago.

Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 2h

Each year, we are told that how students think about leadership - particularly their own - expands. Just that is rewarding and it is about so much more.

Grateful to our friends at IGR - Laura Sabbado da Rosa, Aymeric Lachiver, Romain Guillard and ...

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 2h

1. What is something you are passionate about and why?
2. What is the connection between the last conversation you had and any thoughts you might have about leadership?
3. What inspires you now about the kind of leader you might want to be or the kind of workplace culture you might want to work in?

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 2h

Every year we bring our two classes together in a World Cafe - because we want them to experience an effective engagement process - #4 in the 5 components of a Healthy Workplace Culture. The students loved the questions - 3 rounds of conversations - questions they had not thought about at all.

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 2h

- we think we are communicating clearly, yet what people hear and what they do can produce very different results. This little paper tear exercise is quick and illustrates perfectly worldview interpretations. It always looks this way.

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 2h

Leadership, Workplace Culture, communication, worldviews....

all themes in the last week when Jerry and I were guest professors at IGR-IAE Rennes Graduate School of Management in the International School of Business. The first picture illustrates the challenges of communication

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 3d

Seriously though, it is an honour to be a guest lecturer yet again and to hear fantastic reviews of our class. We are told our classes are highly rated. The main part is we have fun with the students and they have fun with the learning activities.

Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 3d

Went to the entrance of the building this morning and saw these photos displayed on a video screen. Apparently, Jerry Nagel and I are famous. Strange no one has yet asked us for our autographs 🤷‍♀️.

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 3d

Leadership, Healthy Workplace Culture and, of course, worldviews and Worldview Intelligence - teaching students attending the international business school at IGR in Rennes, France.

About 70 students representing about 16 different countries.

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 3d

Join us for this interactive webinar where we’ll outline these stages, share stories from the field, and explore how culture - not just technology - determines whether AI helps your organization thrive (or fracture).

Further details & registration:
register.gotowebinar.com/register/245...

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 3d

Across industries, we’re hearing the same story - a mix of optimism and caution.

From these real-world conversations, we’ve developed a 3-point roadmap that helps leaders navigate AI adoption through the lens of a healthy workplace culture.

register.gotowebinar.com

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 3d

Business leaders are invited to join our next live webinar.

Over the past month, we’ve spoken with dozens of executives, consultants, and public sector leaders.

A clear picture is emerging: AI isn’t a future trend - it’s already reshaping how we work, lead, and connect.

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 4d

We have created a great AI Adoption - Workplace Culture - What to Know resource. At least one CEO that we know, used this with his senior team to invite a foundational conversation about why & how they can champion AI adoption in a risk-cautious company. www.worldviewprograms.com/AI-adoption-...

AI Adoption and Workplace Culture - What to Know

A free downloadable resource providing an overview of what to know and plan for when bringing new AI into your team or organization.

www.worldviewprograms.com

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 5d

Shades of Life Conversation. Jerry Nagel, Tenneson Woolf, Janet Trump, Kathy Jourdain - rich in the conversation and learning... almost an hour, so find a time when you can sit and listen or when you are doing household chores to take it all in. Let us know your thoughts... youtu.be/cHgxg-HRnFU

Are We Being Called to Be a Different Human than 30 Years Ago - Shades of Life

YouTube video by Worldviews: Changing Conversations and Outcomes

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 13d

who want to create meeting and community spaces and experiences that are meaningful, generative and productive.

Jerry and I would love to have you join us.

Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 13d

To discover where and how you are able to bring courage to your hosting experiences. To acquire new skills and knowledge to rise to the challenges you - and we - face.

You will be hosted in a space where you can connect with others who share similar hopes amongst our many differing worldviews and

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 13d

How can we be the creators of inspired, supported spaces that remind us of the humanity in the world?

What will these two days offer you?
The opportunity to call forth your own purpose and strength in the work of building connections, bridging differences and addressing interpersonal conflict.

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 13d

What are the conversations, meetings or situations you are being called to host or facilitate?
What is the courage you need to access to host these conversations and meetings in times that feel more challenged and fractured than ever?
www.worldviewprograms.com/the-art-of-h...

The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter

Engaging courageous leadership in the midst of greater uncertainty, not knowing and the heightened anxiety and stress many are experiencing.

www.worldviewprograms.com

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 17d

From the round table discussion we hosted a couple of weeks ago, we learned quite a bit about what goes into successful AI Adoption and we have summarized it in a beautiful presentation. You can download it from here: www.worldviewprograms.com/AI-adoption-...

AI Adoption and Workplace Culture - What to Know

A free downloadable resource providing an overview of what to know and plan for when bringing new AI into your team or organization.

www.worldviewprograms.com

Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 18d

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You will be hosted in a space where you can connect with others who share similar hopes amongst our many differing worldviews and who want to create meeting and community spaces and experiences that are meaningful, generative and productive.

Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 18d

6/ What will these two days offer you?
Opportunity to call forth your own purpose & strength in the work of building connections, bridging differences, addressing conflict. Discover where, how you bring courage to your hosting experiences. Acquire new skills & knowledge to rise to the challenges.

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 18d

5/ What is the courage you need to access to host these conversations and meetings in times that feel more challenged and fractured than ever? How can we be the creators of inspired, supported spaces that remind us of the humanity in the world?

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 18d

4/ Some description:
Engaging courageous leadership and conversations in the midst of greater uncertainty, not knowing and the heightened anxiety and stress many are experiencing.

What are the conversations, meetings or situations you are being called to host or facilitate?

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 18d

3/ (Also, maybe you want to host something like this inside your organization - to offer a customized experience for your teams? Talk to us. We can come to you.)

The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter

Engaging courageous leadership in the midst of greater uncertainty, not knowing and the heightened anxiety and stress many are experiencing.

www.worldviewprograms.com

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Kathy J @shiftingshape.bsky.social · 18d

2/ This 2 day Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter Intensive is more accessible - both time and money wise. We have an early bird rate in place until early January which provides about a 15% discount off the regular fee. If you join with a team, we can offer an additional discount for the team.

The Art of Hosting Conversations that Matter

Engaging courageous leadership in the midst of greater uncertainty, not knowing and the heightened anxiety and stress many are experiencing.

www.worldviewprograms.com

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