1. Competence, Time, and Passion: The Foundation of Success
In this section, you will study how the three critical factors – competence, time, and passion – influence success in an organization. You will learn how these components can work together to create sustainable development and growth.
Study Questions:
- What does it mean to have the ”right competence” in an organization, and how can a leader ensure this?
- How can time be used effectively to enable reflection and development?
- In what ways can a leader inspire and maintain passion in employees?
- How can an imbalance between competence, time, and passion affect the organization’s performance?
2. Feedback: A Key to Development
This section focuses on the importance of giving and receiving feedback. You will learn how to create a culture of trust and openness where constructive feedback promotes continuous improvement.
Study Questions:
- What distinguishes flattery from constructive feedback, and why is this distinction important for a leader to understand?
- How can feedback be used as a tool to strengthen cohesion and skills development within the team?
- How can a leader create a safe environment where employees can both give and receive feedback?
- What does autonomy in relation to feedback mean, and why is it important that employees have the space to act on it?
3. Open Reflection and Opinions
This section explores the importance of openness and vulnerability in leadership. You will learn how reflection can create engagement and dialogue within the organization.
Study Questions:
- How can leaders use reflection to create an atmosphere of openness and trust in the organization?
- What techniques can be used to encourage diversity of perspectives and opinions within the team?
- What does it mean to be a ”reflective leader,” and how does that impact decision-making?
- How can a leader balance openness and vulnerability without losing authority or decision-making ability?
4. Thoughtful Reflection: Mandate and Responsibility
This section addresses how leaders reflect on their mandate and responsibilities before making decisions. You will learn to act within the correct mandate and delegate responsibility in a thoughtful way.
Study Questions:
- How can a leader ensure they act within their mandate without getting caught in excessive reflection?
- What strategies can be used to manage uncertainty around responsibility and mandate in organizations where boundaries are shifting?
- How can a leader reflect on whether a task is within their responsibility or should be delegated?
- What are the dangers of constantly reflecting on responsibility and mandate, and how can these be avoided?
5. Rational vs. Emotional: Balancing Power Structures
In this section, you will study how leaders can balance emotional and rational leadership. You will learn how both emotional intelligence and rational decision-making are needed for successful leadership.
Study Questions:
- What is emotional intelligence, and how can it be used to build relationships within a team?
- How can a leader know when to use emotional insights versus rational analysis in their decision-making?
- What challenges come with balancing emotional and rational leadership, and how can a leader handle these?
- Can you provide examples of situations where a more rational versus emotional leadership style would be advantageous?
6. Value Your Time: Prioritize and Respect Others’ Time
The final part of the course focuses on time management and the importance of prioritizing and respecting both your own and others’ time. You will learn how to say no to things that do not fit your priorities and understand others’ priorities.
Study Questions:
- How can a leader identify which tasks should be prioritized and which can be declined?
- What strategies can a leader use to say ”no” in a constructive and respectful way?
- How can a leader ensure they not only respect their own time but also others’?
- What does it mean to ”not have time” in an organization, and how can a leader handle this reality respectfully?
Final Reflection:
After studying these six principles, consider the following:
- Which of the six principles do you think will be the most challenging for you personally to apply in your own leadership? Why?
- How can you use ”The Way to Flow™” to create a more balanced work environment for your employees?
- Which of these principles do you believe are most crucial for creating long-term success in an organization?
Planned Study Time:
Each module: 2-3 hours (including reflection and discussion)
Total study time: 12-18 hours
Discussion Groups and Practical Exercises:
After each module, it is recommended to participate in discussion groups or practical exercises where participants can apply the learned principles in simulated scenarios or their work environments.
This study plan offers both theoretical and practical insights that lead to a deeper understanding of ”The Way to Flow™.” The study questions help participants reflect on the challenges of leadership and apply the philosophy’s principles to real-world situations.
