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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 3 Case Study
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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 3 Case Study

We look at examples of what people built when asked to build a duck that showed how they felt about their organization.

The stories shared show how we can achieve deeper insights and deeper connection in less time than traditional conversation

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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 2
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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 2

Uncover the art of storytelling through LEGO in Part 2 of our series. By adding context and narrative to a simple LEGO Duck, we unveil how individuals can convey their emotions, anticipations, and experiences. Join us to see the power of these tiny bricks in narrating complex feelings.

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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 1
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HOW to Build a LEGO Duck - Part 1

Dive into the fascinating world of LEGO Serious Play with Part 1 of our series on duck building. Discover how a simple exercise of constructing a duck from 6 LEGO bricks unveils the vast diversity of perspectives and interpretations we each hold. Experience the realization that, just like in life, we all view and construct our LEGO worlds uniquely.

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Four Pillars to Build Solid Communities

Four Pillars to Build Solid Communities

As we hopefully near the end of the pandemic, the focus on community is strong. People are finding new virtual communities, re-entering in person communities, and forging hybrid variations. As we develop and grow our communities moving forward, we will build strong and healthy ones by focusing on the pillars of purpose, activities, relationships, and exchange

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HOW TO IMPROVE TEAM CULTURE

HOW TO IMPROVE TEAM CULTURE

The real culture emerges where all three circles intersect. When someone's individual talents align with clear team purpose AND organizational mission—that's when you get the innovation, collaboration, and engagement everyone's chasing.

But when these circles don't overlap? You get people going through the motions, playing politics, or quietly job searching.

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VIRTUAL MEETINGS DON’T HAVE TO BE HORRIBLE:

VIRTUAL MEETINGS DON’T HAVE TO BE HORRIBLE:

Here's what happens when you implement these approaches: Your team stops dreading virtual meetings. People show up present and engaged instead of distracted and resentful. Decisions get made faster because everyone's actually participating in the discussion.

Most importantly, your virtual meetings start producing the outcomes you're actually trying to achieve—instead of just burning time on everyone's calendar.

The technology isn't going anywhere. Remote and hybrid work are permanent features of how we collaborate. But you can choose whether your virtual meetings become energy-draining obligations or productive experiences that people actually value.

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