Appreciative Inquiry 

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Course Description

Organizations, much like living beings, thrive through the collective energy and contributions of their people. Appreciative Inquiry  focuses on transforming organizations by empowering individuals through positive questioning and recognizing strengths. This approach shifts the focus from problems and deficiencies to successes and values, inspiring individuals to move in a constructive direction and fostering a culture of growth.

By emphasizing what works well, Appreciative Inquiry serves as a powerful tool for organizational change, strengthening relationships and building resilience. Sharing positive stories and celebrating achievements creates an environment where innovation and collaboration can flourish. It’s a proven way to unlock potential and drive meaningful transformation.

10+

Hours

62

Lectures

$40

Price

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learning Objectives

  • Know the meaning of appreciative inquiry
  • Think in positive terms and avoid thinking negatively
  •  Encourage others to think positively
  •  Recognize positive attributes in people
  • Create positive imagery
  • Manage and guide employees in a positive environment

Course Outline

Module One: Introducing Appreciative Inquiry

  • What is Appreciative Inquiry?
  • Generating a Better Future
  • Engaging People in Positive Thought
  • Change the Person, Change the Organization
  • Case Study
  • Module One: Review Questions

Module Two: Changing the Way You Think

  • Shifting from "What’s Wrong?" to "What’s Right"?
  • It’s Not Eliminating Mistakes, It’s Holding Up Successes
  • Positive Language Will Affect People’s Thinking
  • Limit or Remove Negative Phrasing
  • Case Study
  • Module Two: Review Questions

Module Three: Four D model

  • Discovery
  • Dream
  • Design
  • Delivery
  • Case Study
  • Module Three: Review Questions

Module Four: The Four I Model

  • Initiate
  • Inquire
  • Imagine
  • Innovate
  • Case Study
  • Module Four: Review Questions

Module Five: Appreciative Inquiry Interview Style

  • Framing Positive Questions
  • Solicit Positive Stories
  • Finding Out What Works
  • Recognize the Reoccurring Themes
  • Case Study
  • Module Five: Review Questions

Module Six: Anticipatory Reality

  • Imagining a Successful Future Will Affect the Present
  • Controlling Negative Anticipation
  • Current Decisions Will Be Influenced Positively
  • Base It on Data and Real Exampleshs
  • Case Study
  • Module Six: Review Questions

The Power of Positive Imagery

  • Shaping Performance with Positive Imagery
  • Being Better Prepared for Adversity
  • People are More Flexible and Creative
  • Think of the Perfect Situation
  • Case Study
  • Module Seven: Review Questions

Module Eight: Influencing Change Through AI

  • Using Strengths to Solve Challenges
  • Confidence Will Promote Positive Change
  • Inquiry is a Seed of Change
  • People Will Gravitate Towards What is Expected of Them
  • Case Study
  • Module Eight: Review Questions

Module Nine: Coaching and Managing With AI

  • Build Around What Works
  • Focus on Increases
  • Recognize the Best in People
  • Limit or Remove Negative Comments
  • Case Study
  • Module Nine: Review Questions

Module Ten: Creating a Positive Core

  • Strengths
  • Best Practices
  • Peak Experiences
  • Successes
  • Case Study
  • Module Ten: Review Questions

Assessment