Oh my, that sounds like you’re in some challenging meetings. Social dynamics are a league on their own, aren’t they? While we can't tell you why this person is showing this behavior, there are some things we can consider to understand this better. First of all,...
Ah, the age-old question: Can you be both a facilitator and a participant during an EventStorming session? The short answer is yes—but tread carefully. It’s a balancing act, and your success depends on the dynamics of the session, your role within the group, and your...
Getting your company on board with collaborative modeling can be tricky, but there are some clever, low-key ways to start. Try what I call “Secret Modeling,” a term from Ben Monsoir (check out learningwardleymapping.com). Here’s the idea: you’re in a meeting that...
Now that would be the dream, right? Unfortunately, there always seems to be that somebody who takes up the most air time, always reacts first and occasionally adding unrelated topics to the conversation. Sounds familiar? Well, you’re not alone. In an ideal world, the...
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if everyone simply agreed with every decision? Sadly, that’s not how people—or teams—work. Getting buy-in on design decisions can be challenging, but it boils down to two essentials: clarity and inclusion from the start. First, make sure...
