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Conversations get the work done. When we lead by using language skillfully, we improve relationships and results. Three key components are essential: 1) Advocacy, to make a point and clarify what we mean; 2) Inquiry, to ask good questions and bring out different perspectives; 3) Reflection to enhance learning and ensure alignment.
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Leading Through ConversationBalancing Advocacy, Inquiry, and Re!ection
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AIR
Advocacy is the active support of an idea
Inquiry is a process of seeking knowledge
Re!ection is careful consideration of where we are
A Process of Guiding Conversations that Improve Relationships & Results
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By BALANCING how we
Advocate
Inquire
Re!ect
we Lead Through CONVERSATION
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‣ Achieve results beyond expectations
‣ Align actions & intentions
‣ Accomplish our vision
LEADING through conversation we meet any CHALLENGE our organization faces
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LANGUAGE creates the foundation for CONVERSATION
‣ Talking together we teach & learn
‣ Conversation builds relationships
‣ Relationships get the work done
‣ Conversation shapes our vision & aligns to achieve it
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Simple skills & CHALLENGING to put into practice.
You need intellectual rigor & critical thinking
Conversational Leadership BALANCES
Advocacy & Inquiry & Re!ection
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The AIR skills work together
Advocacy is the active support of an idea
Inquiry is a process of seeking knowledge
Re!ection is careful consideration of where we are, where we’ve been, & what’s going on
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Advocacy is the active support of an idea,stating one’s perspective and making a case for it
Advocacy is the wisest place to start, because we all are good at advocating—it comes to us naturally
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Inquiry is the process of seeking knowledge by asking questions and pursuing a dialogue
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Reflection is a challenging skill to implement, and it requires a strong and committed leader to put into practice
Reflection is the careful consideration of where we are, where we’ve been, &what’s going on
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AIR Skills are Powerful COMMUNICATION tools
They build RELATIONSHIPS that dissolve barriers& cross boundaries
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AIR Transforms Difference & Distance into STRENGTH
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Our RELATIONSHIPS are created through LANGUAGE
Relationships get the work done& are essential for RESULTS
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CONVERSATIONAL Leaders Collaborate Across Boundaries
‣ Elevate conversation into potent communication
‣ Open channels of communication throughout the organization
‣ Foster the open exchange of ideas
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‣ Advocacy
‣ Inquiry
‣ Re!ection
Leaders Balance
to improve relationships & results . . .
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Dr. Bernice MooreFounder/President
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Leading Through ConversationBalancing Advocacy, Inquiry, and Re!ection
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