Collaborwocky Jim Benson

In this thought-provoking discussion on Collaborwocky, the panelists explore a paradigm shift in leadership, moving away from traditional notions of charisma and authority vested in a few individuals. Instead, they advocate for a more inclusive and collaborative approach, where leadership is viewed as a collective endeavor. 
The Collaborwocky Team:
Jim Benson, Dave Prior, Tonianne DeMaria, Thushyanthan Amirthalingam and Mark Kilby.
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Join the Collaborwocky team and special guest Diana Larsen as they discuss Diana's new book, "Agile Retrospectives, Second Edition." Dive into the updates, challenges, and differences in the latest edition of this classic work on retrospectives. Diana also shares insights from her book "Lead Without Blame" and her experiences facilitating leader circles.
Show Notes:
Introduction to Diana Larsen and her books What's new in the second edition of "Agile Retrospectives" Importance of the five stages of retrospectives Impact of the pandemic on the writing process Comparison with writing "Lead Without Blame" Remote and hybrid retrospectives Connect with Diana Larsen The Collaborwocky Team:
Jim Benson, Dave Prior, Tonianne DeMaria, Thushyanthan Amirthalingam and Mark Kilby.
The Collaborwocky Mother Ship:
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In the latest episode of the Collaborwocky podcast, the hosts delve into the intricate relationship between structure, understanding, and work effectiveness.
The Collaborwocky Team:
Jim Benson, Dave Prior, Tonianne DeMaria, Thushyanthan Amirthalingam and Mark Kilby.
The Collaborwocky Mother Ship:
Collaborwocky is produced by the faculty at Modus Institute and brings fresh perspectives on making work more enjoyable, effective and humane. Come join the community.
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In the world of continuous improvement, A3 thinking is a powerful tool that transcends its traditional application in operational problem-solving. Originating at Toyota, the A3 process involves using a single sheet of paper (typically A3 size or 11 by 17 inches) to define a problem, analyze its root causes, propose solutions, and conduct experiments. While it’s commonly used for operational issues, we often overlook its potential for strategic alignment.
The Collaborwocky Team:
Jim Benson, Dave Prior, Tonianne DeMaria, Thushyanthan Amirthalingam and Mark Kilby.
The Collaborwocky Mother Ship:
Collaborwocky is produced by the faculty at Modus Institute and brings fresh perspectives on making work more enjoyable, effective and humane. Come join the community.
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Collaborwocky 007 - Toxic Work Environments In this episode of Collaborwocky, Jim Benson, Thushyanthan A., and Mark Kilby delve into the complexities of toxic work environments caused by individuals. They explore two distinct patterns: self-hostility and self-overload.
The Collaborwocky Team:
Jim Benson, Dave Prior, Tonianne DeMaria, Thushyanthan Amirthalingam and Mark Kilby.
The Collaborwocky Mother Ship:
Collaborwocky is produced by the faculty at Modus Institute and brings fresh perspectives on making work more enjoyable, effective and humane. Come join the community.
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Collaborwocky 006 - Meetings & Collaboration
In this episode, we delve into the world of meetings and collaboration.. Our hosts, Jim Benson, Dave Prior, Tonianne DeMaria, Thushyanthan Amirthalingam and Mark Kilby discuss the nuances of meetings, their purpose, and how to navigate them effectively.
What You'll Learn:
When meetings are valuable Building rapport and trust - Even if not directly collaborative, meetings allow colleagues to share personal stories, build rapport, and understand each other better. Detoxifying work environments - Jim emphasizes that detoxifying work environments requires systematic change. Instead of blaming individuals, focus on altering systems. The Collaborwocky Team:
Jim Benson, Dave Prior, Tonianne DeMaria, Thushyanthan Amirthalingam and Mark Kilby.
The Collaborwocky Mother Ship:
Collaborwocky is produced by the faculty at Modus Institute and brings fresh perspectives on making work more enjoyable, effective and humane. Come join the community.
The Collaborwocky Promise:
Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and we will bring you interviews, conversations and new ideas... often.