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Approach and Processes The LifeTree Approach Some of the beliefs that shape our action
Approach and Processes The LifeTree Approach Some of the beliefs that shape our actionSome of the beliefs that shape our action
LifeTree works in partnership with our clients, seeking to serve their highest priority needs; enabling them to achieve their objectives. Our outcome orientated approach helps embed shared learning as we work alongside our clients supporting them during implementation of the project to bring about desired improvements.
- People are adaptable and generally want to do their best
- The questions we ask determine the solutions we get
- People don’t resist change, they resist being changed
- You get more of what you focus on
- Listening is more important than talking – especially for leaders. Yet listening to what people are really saying is one of the hardest things for managers to do
- Sometimes you have to repeat yourself to be heard
- Sometimes you have to repeat yourself to be heard
- The process for developing things is often more important than the outcome (an example would be the development of vision and values)
- “All failure stems from leadership”
- Organisations are living systems
- People want to find meaning in their work
- For outstanding team performance, along with clear task focus there needs to be understanding of, and appropriate attention given to, group “process”.
- The best learning is grounded in the work of the individual and contextualised within the aims of the organisation
- Helping people remember why they joined the organisation can release incredible positive energy and motivation
- People are increasingly choosing what organisation they wish to work for based on a wide range of factors, and not just economic rewards
- Performance can always improve
- Outstanding, sustainable organisations are characterised by a clear focus on the work at every level and excellent leadership
- The problems we face are invariably one level up from where we think they are