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Inner Development Goals | Cultivating Change from Within

In the pursuit of a better world, attention often gravitates towards external solutions like policy changes, technological advancements, and systemic reforms. Yet, the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) framework suggests that enduring transformation might reside within. This approach advocates for understanding the inner qualities and skills that are crucial for sustainable development. The IDGs Framework: A […]

Leadership Lessons with Salle Bourgie Montréal’s Caroline Louis

In a few sentences, what does impact mean in the context of your work? The most significant impact that Salle Bourgie can make is to offer our audiences a concert experience that brings enjoyment and personal elevation in an environment fostering healthy social connections. We measure the audience volume that enter our venue annually, but […]

Cultivating Innovation in the Arts Through Cross-Pollination

Cross-pollination, originally a term from biology, takes on a distinctive meaning in the cultural sector. It refers to the blending of mediums such as music, visual arts, literature, dance, and theater, resulting in a synthesis that transcends the sum of its parts.  In the arts, cross-pollination occurs when various artistic disciplines influence each other, leading […]

The Six Thinking Hats Technique | Using Different Perspectives to Get Unstuck

Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats (STH) technique offers a powerful framework for decision-making that encourages teams to explore diverse perspectives, eliminate biases, and reach consensus. In this technique, participants metaphorically wear six different hats, each symbolizing a specific type of thinking, which facilitates a more balanced and systematic approach to problem-solving.   White Hat: Focuses […]

Curiosity as a Catalyst for Transformation

Curiosity, a cornerstone of human nature, is characterized by an urge to learn and understand. It involves a sense of fascination with exploring new ideas, experiences, and information, driven by a thirst for knowledge. Simply put, curiosity is the desire to know more. A business imperative In business, curiosity is increasingly recognized as a vital […]

Unscripted Success: How improv training is retuning organizations

Improvisation, a practice that has long been a staple of the world of theater, dance, and other artistic practices, has found its way into the corporate space.  In recent years, the principles of improv have been adopted in organizational settings as an effective training approach. By teaching employees to adapt and respond quickly to unexpected […]

Friction Fixers: Guiding teams from clash to collaboration

In today’s fast-paced business world, leaders often struggle to navigate through friction, a complex element that can either hinder or drive progress. However, effective leaders don’t just manage friction; they harness it to fuel growth and foster an environment conducive to productivity, innovation, and collaboration. These figures are known as ‘Friction Fixers,’ a skill becoming […]

The Premortem Technique: How anticipating failure can help a new project succeed

The “Premortem” is a debiasing technique that flips the script on traditional project planning by asking team members to imagine that a project has already failed. This approach allows teams to identify potential pitfalls and prevent project dead-ends before it begins. By envisioning failure, a team works backward to determine why, proactively addressing risks, enhancing […]

Counteracting ‘Do Something Syndrome’ Leadership Lessons from Negative Space in Art

In the visual arts and music, negative space and silence are not mere absences but powerful tools that shape the audience’s experience. They guide focus and enhance understanding. Similarly, inaction or strategic restraint can be potent within projects and ventures, especially when countering the growing prevalence of ‘Do Something Syndrome.’ ‘Do Something Syndrome’ is the […]