BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Center For Appreciative Inquiry - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Center For Appreciative Inquiry X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Center For Appreciative Inquiry REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20280312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20281105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20290311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20291104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20300310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20301103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20310309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20311102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20320314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20321107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20330313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20331106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20340312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20341105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20350311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20351104T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240911T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20230613T204653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T010610Z UID:39181-1726045200-1732096800@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Appreciative Inquiry Coach Training (AICT©) DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nENGAGE IN CONVERSATIONS THAT INSPIRE CHANGE\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695855290032{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Appreciative Coaching is a revelatory and generative conversation that expands people’s capacity to perform by channeling their strengths and abilities for the greatest impact. Grounded in Appreciative Inquiry\, this approach to coaching takes clients from good to great because it fosters personal transformation through innate talent and inherent strength and inspires action – increasing the likelihood of producing longer lasting results quickly.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAICT PROGRAM OVERVIEW\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695855385142{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Coach Training (AICT©) looks at discovering and co-constructing the client’s positive core – what it is that connects them to life and the possibility to thrive. Through the affirmative framework of Appreciative Inquiry\, discover how to deepen and enhance both your personal sense of yourself as well as your skills for generative one-on-one conversations in a small group learning environment.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695855834900{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]This course is an approved ICF (International Coaching Federation) Continuing Coach Education (CCE) program. Participants who complete this program can apply 32 hours toward renewal requirements or as part of an application for an ICF credential.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695855541785{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]This advanced-level certification course provides participants the opportunity to apply to Core Competencies of ICF through the lens of Appreciative Inquiry (AI) and is designed for individuals who understand and embody a strengths-based AI paradigm. For the best learning experience and meaningful engagement\, we welcome up to sixteen (16) participants.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695855937850{margin-top: -20px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Coach Training (AICT©) is ideal for:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695855975324{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIndividuals who understand and embody a strengths-based AI paradigm\, who want to deepen their ability to relate one-on-one in bringing out the best in individuals (including themselves). It is therefore useful to leaders and managers in business and corporations\, community development\, educational organizations\, governmental agencies\, and non-profit organizations\, and consultants\, coaches\, facilitators\, educators\, pastors/priests\, etc;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695855988246{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIndividuals who desire to enhance their systems thinking in order to engage individuals in a holistic and integrated way;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695856005872{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExperienced Appreciative Inquiry Facilitators who would like to strengthen and practice their individual communication skills;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695856030546{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExperienced coaches who seek to strengthen their life-enriching ways of coaching.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nPREREQUISITES\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695856139418{margin-top: -20px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]To enroll in this advanced-level course\, participants must meet one of the following three prerequisites:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695856161760{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExperienced coaches who seek to strengthen their life-enriching ways of coaching. OR\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695856189639{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nSuccessful completion of an approved Appreciative Inquiry Foundations course (with a minimum of 26 classroom hours) OR\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695856249846{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nSuccessful completion in an International Coaching Federation accredited course within the past 2 years or hold a commensurate professional coach credential AND verified completion of the Self-Directed Appreciative Inquiry Introduction offered by the Center for Appreciative Inquiry.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nTRAINING DATES AND TIMES\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695863701134{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Coach Training (AICT©) consists of 33 hours of synchronous (live sessions hosted through Zoom) and asynchronous (assigned reading and activities outside of class time) learning over the course of 12 weeks. During the training\, participants will meet weekly for two hours to engage in a training session designed to guide you through the full range and depth of what it means to be an Appreciative Inquiry Coach.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695863775887{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Participants must attend all sessions and complete the course in its entirety\, including all online coursework\, to be eligible for AI Coach Certification.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1699467889197{margin-top: -10px !important;}”]\n Date Session & Time September 11\, 2024 Foundation: 9:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET September 18\, 2024 Session 1: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET September 25\, 2024 Session 2: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET October 2\, 2024 Session 3: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET October 9\, 2024 Session 4: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET October 16\, 2024 Session 5: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET October 23\, 2024 Session 6: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET October 30\, 2024 Session 7: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET November 6\, 2024 Session 8 Clinic: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET November 13\, 2024 Session 9: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET November 20\, 2024 Session 10: 8:00 am - 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695863626148{margin-top: -10px !important;}”]Please note that the AICT synchronous training sessions are highly experiential and will not be recorded. The AICT Trainers will be utilizing breakout rooms to develop the community and trust among the participants\, paired coaching practice\, and small group discussions and reflections.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695865943830{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nFOUNDATION SESSION – WELCOME & ORIENTATION\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1699468018296{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]To ensure that all participants are off to a strong start\, your vAICT trainers will host a live orientation session via Zoom on Wednesday\, September 11\, 2024 from 9am-10am Pacific Time / 12pm-1pm Eastern Time. This one-hour (1 hour) session allows you to connect with your trainers\, engage with participants\, become familiar with LearnDash (our online learning platform)\, and ask questions about reading and activities prior to your first AICT session in Zoom on September 18\, 2024.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAICT TRAINING SESSIONS\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695863905296{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]During the AICT\, we will explore and engage in the relational nature of coaching\, based on the principles of Appreciative Inquiry.  The practicum\, which is required for certification\, will embody “Destiny” as you apply the lessons taught during this course for your coaching/consulting work.  [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695861135793{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Click the session titles below to learn more about each session’s overview and learning outcomes.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h6″ style=”flat” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”17″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1695860146611{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”FOUNDATION” tab_id=”1695856856470-fb3e82fc-799f”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857466786{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]In this session\, the group will build community collectively in order to function as a strong AICT learning community. Together\, they will uncover the Positive Core of AI Coaching\, with bold ideas guided by the ICF Core Competencies.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 1: BUILDING A LEARNING COMMUNITY” tab_id=”1695859946212-42363f43-6ee9″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857524420{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nBUILDING A LEARNING COMMUNITY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To ensure all participants are off to a strong start\, the AICT trainers host a live Foundation Session to give participants the opportunity to connect with the trainers\, engage with participants\, become familiar with LearnDash (our online learning platform)\, and ask questions about reading and activities prior to Session 1.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857652147{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBecome familiar with the 5 Generic Processes of AI.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857638181{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the framework and tools that we will use in the AICT.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857622114{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBuild a community of practice by getting to know one another and creating Appreciative Agreements.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857672173{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the difference between coaching and facilitating.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857694897{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUncover the Positive Core of AI Coaching.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857713631{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nClarifying the Core Competencies from the ICF as they apply to AI Coaching.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857731736{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExperience AI with a 5-D inquiry to refresh prior learning and “mining” the collective knowledge & skills present.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 2: DEFINING THE POSITIVE TOPIC IN COACHING” tab_id=”1695858895576-20d36e5e-7e5a”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858332735{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nDEFINING THE POSITIVE TOPIC IN COACHING\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]We look at how Defining the Positive Topic creates the foundation of AI Coaching. Following a demonstration of an AI Coaching session\, we will debrief and begin practice in Define.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858361699{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDefining the Topic of a coaching conversation using Reframing.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858372602{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstanding the 4 Levels of Listening.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858389907{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nObserving and debriefing a coaching session.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858431260{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExamining Core Competencies:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858445394{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nEstablishes and Maintains Agreements\, and\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858457239{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nListens Actively\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 3: THE POWER OF QUESTIONS AND CONTRACTING” tab_id=”1695856856442-d9059d9a-40b6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858648172{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nTHE POWER OF QUESTIONS AND CONTRACTING\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]During this session\, we will review the power of AI interviews as the cornerstone of an Appreciative Inquiry. We will highlight the key processes and points to define an appreciative inquiry topic for a coaching conversation.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858676266{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand how to establish the coaching agreement and become familiar with examples of coaching contracts.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858700746{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDemonstrate the ability to work with the client to define the coaching topic using Reframing.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858687148{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBecome familiar with the three levels of contracting.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858711069{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the Appreciative Inquiry principles and how they are applied in the coaching relationship.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858718806{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand how to modify the Generic Interview Guide to meet client needs.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858732819{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExamining Core Competencies:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858750637{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nEstablishes and Maintains Agreements\, and\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858765847{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nCultivates Trust and Safety.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 4: MAINTAINING PRESENCE – THE TRANSITION FROM DISCOVERY TO DREAM” tab_id=”1695858604903-71f4f4f0-ea67″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858945036{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nMAINTAINING PRESENCE – THE TRANSITION FROM DISCOVERY TO DREAM\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Through the lens of the ICF Core Competency of Maintaining Presence\, we begin to practice the transition of Discovery into Dream. We look at the power of the Preferred Future and how we\, as coaches\, remain present to support our clients.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858968084{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDistinguishing Discovery to Dream in a coaching session.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858982114{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCreating images of a Preferred Future.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858992080{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nPractice coaching and feedback.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695858431260{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExamining Core Competencies:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859000719{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nMaintains Presence\, and\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859011300{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nListens Actively.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 5: EVOKING AWARENESS THROUGH THE APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY PRINCIPLES” tab_id=”1695858147463-aa4a7942-3fd8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859224135{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nEVOKING AWARENESS THROUGH THE APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY PRINCIPLES\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In this session\, we examine the AI Principles that apply to the Competency Evokes Awareness. We utilize these principles through powerful questioning\, silence\, and metaphors to enable our clients to come to their own insights.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859082752{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nApplying the Core Competency Evokes Awareness by using the tools of coaching.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859095725{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUse of powerful questions\, silence\, metaphors\, and analogy.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859104175{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nApplying “Big Picture” Systems Thinking.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859117646{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExploring the AI Principles that apply to this competency; Anticipatory\, Constructionist\, Simultaneity and Positive principles.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859129141{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nPractice coaching and feedback.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 6: UNDERSTANDING OUR CLIENTS – SOCIAL STYLES FOR COACHING” tab_id=”1695859025182-dfdf2d06-0842″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859205680{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nUNDERSTANDING OUR CLIENTS – SOCIAL STYLES FOR COACHING\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To maximize your personal strengths and enhance your professional skills\, it is helpful to understand the styles of communication. In this session\, we will introduce Social Style – a helpful tool to help you gain insight into your behavior and the behavior of others. Social Style can serve as a foundation for building on your strengths and the strengths of others to develop productive\, positive relationships.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859256143{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstanding the Social Style Framework.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859266194{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nGaining insight about why you find some relationships more productive than others.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859283176{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBetter understanding of how Social Style can assist you to consider their behavioral needs and preferences of your clients.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 7: DEVELOPING A PROVOCATIVE PROPOSITION IN COACHING” tab_id=”1695859141114-cac7e0a4-ecf4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859346448{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nDEVELOPING A PROVOCATIVE PROPOSITION IN COACHING\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In this session we will be integrating the learning and focusing on the Core Competency of Evokes Awareness to develop the Provocative Proposition. The Design step of the Appreciative Inquiry emphasizes the coach’s role of being focused\, observant and responsive.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859374835{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstanding how to work with clients to develop meaningful\, bold\, and affirmative provocative propositions using Reframing\, Generic Interview Questions and reflecting on High Energy Themes.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859387336{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstanding the SCARF model and the five domains of human social experience.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859396200{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBecoming familiar with Systems Thinking and the factors that may influence and inform Design.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 8: COACHING CLINIC – PRACTICE WITH TRAINER OBSERVATION AND FEEDBACK” tab_id=”1695859302380-7534c310-1a9e”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859748073{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nCOACHING CLINIC – PRACTICE WITH TRAINER OBSERVATION AND FEEDBACK\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Participants receive group coach mentoring\, trainer observation\, and feedback to contribute and deepen the learning in this course.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859786682{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nApplying all aspects of the coaching conversation in practice with feedback and observations.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859796762{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExperience both coaching and being coached.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 9: FACILITATING CLIENT GROWTH – CREATING THE FUTURE” tab_id=”1695859412422-b39c835c-2bec”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859856194{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nFACILITATING CLIENT GROWTH – CREATING THE FUTURE\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In AI Coaching we see that it is not just the five generic processes because it is flexible and non-linear\, and the order is applied as appropriate to best serve the client. As we look to the Competency of Facilitating Client Growth\, we see how AI Process and SOAR model can ground the actions to move forward in an appreciative way.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859888030{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nTo focus on helping the client ground their dreams in the present.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859901779{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCompleting the coaching session powerfully to expand the client’s capability to create their dream.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859911473{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nProcesses and tools to end a coaching conversation.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695859924119{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExamine Core Competency: Facilitates Client Growth.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Session 10: PRACTICUM\, FEEDBACK\, AND CELEBRATION” tab_id=”1695859805859-fb58579e-841c”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860000381{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPRACTICUM\, FEEDBACK\, AND CELEBRATION\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This final session is all about Celebration and Completion. In this deep dive we will review the AI Coaching model\, the requirements for program certification\, and celebrate your success.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695857564611{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OUTCOMES:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1695857592625{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860025708{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBecome familiar with the value of gratitude interventions and the value that they bring to the coaching relationship.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860036181{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the requirements to complete the Practicum and obtain the Appreciative Inquiry Coach certification.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860046339{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nProvide feedback on the AICT experience.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860062808{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nTake the opportunity to demonstrate gratitude to members of the AICT class.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695866152925{margin-top: 30px !important;}”] \nKEY LEARNING OUTCOMES\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864367544{margin-top: -20px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]As a fully engaged participant who completes the synchronous and asynchronous Appreciative Inquiry Coach Training (AICT©)\, you will:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864431710{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBuild confidence in co-creating new and inspiring futures in deep relationship with your clients to bring out their essential capacity.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864415041{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nGain a deeper understanding of Systems Thinking\, and how this view clarifies how environmental elements impact personal and organizational change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864448433{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDevelop a clear understanding of the Core Competencies of the International Coaching Federation as they relate to the 5-D process.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864467860{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDiscover how to deepen and enhance both your personal sense of yourself as well as your ability to create generative one-on-one conversations\, using the Social Style framework to enhance your personal insight and how you relate to the individuals you coach.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864488633{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBecome eligible for certification as an Appreciative Coach.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864531589{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nThis course is an approved ICF (International Coaching Federation) Continuing Coach Education (CCE) program. Students who complete this program will be able to apply 32 hours toward renewal requirements or as part of an application for an International Coaching Federation (ICF) credential.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864631008{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nADDITIONAL TRAINING INFORMATION\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695866471748{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIRED TEXTBOOKS\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695868832535{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Your trainers will assign readings from these two books throughout your training. You will need to purchase the textbooks prior to the start of this course. The books are available in electronic or printed versions. Please select the version that is in alignment with your learning style and preference.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” css=”.vc_custom_1695869096856{margin-top: -10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695866692511{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Appreciative Coaching: A Positive Process for Change (2007) by Sara Orem\, Jacqueline Binkert\, and Ann L. Clancy.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”BUY APPRECIATIVE COACHING” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2F0787984531%2F%3Ftag%3Dpositiveint0e-20|title:Buy%20Appreciative%20Coaching%20Book|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1695868710364{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695868930067{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Flourishing Together: Guide to Appreciative Inquiry Coaching (2016) by Miriam Subriana.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”BUY FLOURISHING TOGETHER” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2F1785353764%2F%3Ftag%3Dpositiveint0e-20|title:Buy%20Flourishing%20Together%20Book|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1695868999551{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695869137464{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLETTER OF COMPLETION\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695864691432{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]To obtain a letter of completion (and to be eligible for consideration for AI Coach Certification) each participant must complete all 33 hours of synchronous and asynchronous Appreciative Inquiry Coach Training©. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860706788{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nAI COACH CERTIFICATION PROCESS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860683633{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIREMENTS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860791028{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]In order to qualify for certification as an Appreciative Inquiry Coach with The Center for Appreciative Inquiry\, each participant must:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860773440{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nActively participate and successfully complete the Appreciative Inquiry Coach Training (AICT) in its entirety\, including all online coursework.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860804937{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCoach an individual using all five generic processes of Appreciative Inquiry: Define\, Discover\, Dream\, Design\, and Destiny.  Your AICT trainers serve as an advisor to you during your practicum – at no extra cost.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860827033{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nComplete and submit a practicum (narrative) of your Appreciative Coaching experience that is suitable for publication. Practicums must demonstrate your understanding and practice of Appreciative coaching in a one-on-one client engagement.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695866224020{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPRACTICUM REVIEW\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860887307{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]All submitted practicums are reviewed by a panel of seasoned appreciative inquiry practitioners. At least one trainer from your AICT will also be part of the panel that reviews your practicum. The Review Panel may contact you to engage in a conversation about your work once you have submitted your practicum. Typically\, they will respond with questions\, to deepen their and your shared understanding of AI. The practicum review is therefore a dialogical and interactive process.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695866239384{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWHAT’S INCLUDED\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860930438{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Once certified\, your Appreciative Inquiry Coach Certification lasts for 2 years and includes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860949713{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAn Appreciative Inquiry Coach Certification document for your records;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860966811{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nPermission to use of the Center for Appreciative Inquiry Certification logo to embed on your website or include in your email signature;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695860985532{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExclusive access to content and events reserved only for certified AI Community Members.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695861036192{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nA free profile listing on our Appreciative Inquiry Directory for the duration of your certification. Learn more about the benefits of our AI Directory here.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”70″ accent_color=”#4c7539″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|title:See%20Payment%20Options|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|title:View%20Refund%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:View%20Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Terms%20and%20Conditions|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/appreciative-inquiry-coach-training-aict-sept-2024/ LOCATION:CAI Online Learning Platform CATEGORIES:Appreciative Inquiry Coach Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Appreciative-Inquiry-Coach-Training-AICT-The-Center-for-Appreciative-Inquiry-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Stewart":MAILTO:Kelly@CenterForAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20231212T223133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T223133Z UID:41343-1725874200-1727690400@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Monday Kickstarters: Turn Challenges into Conversations Worth Having DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nTURN CHALLENGES INTO CONVERSATIONS WORTH HAVING\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702419049358{margin-top: -15px !important;}”]The nature of our conversation is fateful. The way we think and talk about any given situation determines whether we feel energized and good about it\, or drained and exhausted. Grounded in the book\, Conversations Worth Having: Using Appreciative Inquiry to Fuel Productive and Meaningful Engagement\, Monday Kickstarters invites participants to transform negative\, problematic\, and stressful interactions they are experiencing into life-giving and generative conversations.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702415406705{margin-top: -15px !important;}”] \nWe are living in challenging times\, many of us juggle stress\, concerns\, and challenges daily. We can move forward in ways that offer renewal\, reinvention\, and resiliency simply by changing our conversations. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nEVENT DATES AND TIMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702419750771{margin-top: -15px !important;}”]\n WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 MONDAYSeptember 9\, 2024 MONDAYSeptember 16\, 2024 MONDAYSeptember 23\, 2024 MONDAYSeptember 30\, 2024 9:30am-10:00am PT 12:30pm-1:00pm ET 9:30am-10:00am PT 12:30pm-1:00pm ET 9:30am-10:00am PT 12:30pm-1:00pm ET 9:30am-10:00am PT 12:30pm-1:00pm ET \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702416727542{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nMONDAY KICKSTARTERS OVERVIEW:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Monday Kickstarters is a 4-part virtual series designed to provide you the opportunity to practice asking generative questions to change the way you think about things\, interact with others\, and create a possibility mindset by talking about what you want instead of what you don’t want. The two practices—generative questions and positive framing–allow you to address even the most challenging problems with creativity and energy.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702415569389{margin-top: -15px !important;}”]You do not need to attend all 4 sessions to benefit from this virtual series. Please feel free to pop in and out of these sessions as necessary. We encourage you to invite your friends\, families\, and colleagues who may benefit from these sessions – all are welcome to participate. You only need to register once to participate in the four (4) weekly sessions.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702416764846{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLEARNING OUTCOMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702415696930{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]After participating in this event\, you will walk away better prepared to:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702415712634{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShift your mindset to foster resilience and positivity;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702415746661{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFuel productive and meaningful engagement;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702415766274{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCommunicate effectively with colleagues\, constituents\, and family;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702415786996{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAsk questions that communicate care and deepen connection;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nFrame complex problems to inspire creativity and innovative solutions.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nADDITIONAL MONDAY KICKSTARTERS INFORMATION:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702416124812{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nEVENT VIDEOS AND MATERIALS\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To prepare for these live conversations\, please view this 3-minute Instructional Video\, which provides an overview and instructions for the Kickstarters sessions. We also encourage you to download our free Conversation toolkit and the Preface and Introduction to Conversations Worth Having: Using Appreciative Inquiry to Fuel Productive and Meaningful Engagement\, available at https://conversationsworthhaving.today/[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702416037274{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nMETHOD OF DELIVERY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]These live events will be delivered using Zoom. You can participate in these live events using any device: computer\, tablet\, or mobile. Please participate using the dial-in method you feel most comfortable with.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702416908683{margin-top: -15px !important;}”]You will receive the Zoom login information upon registration. If you have any questions about this event or have difficulty connecting in Zoom\, please contact Kelly Stewart at kelly@thepositivebusiness.com.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702416203028{margin-top: -15px !important;}”]This free event is open to everyone\, however due to Zoom limitations\, only the first 100 participants to log on will be able to participate in each of the live scheduled webinars. We encourage participants to log onto Zoom early to secure their seat.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702416226391{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nCONTINUED LEARNING AND PRACTICE\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]If you wish to continue learning about Conversations Worth Having\, we invite you to join us for the virtual Conversations Worth Having Bootcamps.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1702416890835{margin-top: -20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”2/6″][vc_column_text] \n\nConversation Bootcamp\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/6″][vc_column_text] \n\nStrategic Conversation Bootcamp\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702417133187{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nEVENT IS OFFERED IN COLLABORATION WITH\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/monday-kickstarters-sept-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Conversations Worth Having (CWH) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Conversations-Worth-Having_Center-for-Appreciative-Inquiry-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240812T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20230621T221259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T030907Z UID:39431-1723453200-1724324400@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Virtual Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT) DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nFACILITATE POSITIVE CHANGE USING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695674035036{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is an energizing and inclusive process that fosters creativity through the art of positive inquiry. It builds new skills in individuals and groups\, develops new leaders\, encourages a culture of inquiry\, and helps create shared vision and purpose by building on an organization’s core values and strengths. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695674109075{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT) is a foundational program designed to teach you how to facilitate the type of transformative change made possible through Appreciative Inquiry.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695674124594{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]In addition to introducing the basic tenets of Appreciative Inquiry (e.g.\, principles\, 5-Ds\, and theory)\, the AIFT delves deeper by providing experiential exercises that will teach you how to work with core teams\, define a topic of inquiry\, craft generative questions\, field test interview protocols\, establish action items\, and more.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nDESIGNED FOR:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677225314{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Leaders in businesses and corporations\, community development\, educational organizations\, governmental organizations\, and nonprofit organizations–in short\, anyone who wants to learn how to facilitate Appreciative Inquiry.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nTRAINING SEGMENTS:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677844072{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]The AIFT consists of eight (8) modules within the four training segments. Each segment consists of modules containing exercises\, readings\, and discussions.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h6″ style=”flat” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”8″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1695678428301{margin-top: -20px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”SEGMENT 1: EXPERIENCING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1695677486132-5fbe2183-bb84″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677602820{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nDEFINE AI AND BUILD COMMUNITY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677638463{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677666024{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBuild community collaboratively in order to function in a strong learning community.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677681257{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nReflect on how you will build community in the future as an AI facilitator.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677693284{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDefine appreciative inquiry.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677711197{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDevelop a common understanding what appreciative inquiry is and how it is applied.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677732755{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nEXPERIENCE APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677638463{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677752093{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExperience the five generic processes of appreciative inquiry as they apply to designing your learning within the AIFT.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SEGMENT 2: UNDERSTANDING THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1695677929802-227474e6-525a”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677992206{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nUNCOVER  THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677638463{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678028680{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIdentify and ingrate key theory components of appreciative inquiry to support your foundations as an AI facilitator.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678049876{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nCREATE TOPICS OF INQUIRY AND INTERVIEW GUIDES\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677638463{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678063454{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIdentify an affirmative topic for an inquiry and modify the generic interview guide.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678077039{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nReflect on facilitator considerations.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SEGMENT 3: PLANNING AND DESIGNING AN APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY SESSION” tab_id=”1695678079549-39251c27-0f2c”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678134205{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nKEY AI FACILITATION CONSIDERATIONS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677638463{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678150848{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAssess and integrate key appreciative inquiry facilitation considerations.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678164085{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn about Core Teams and their role in the AI Process.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678181403{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn various forms of AI engagement.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678198684{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nGROUND APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY IN EVIDENCE\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677638463{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678221697{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDiscover the research and evidence that underpins the work of appreciative inquiry and integrate these ideas into your facilitation toolkit.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SEGMENT 4: PRACTICING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY APPLICATIONS” tab_id=”1695678229731-ba160ecd-68b9″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678270752{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLIVE AND FACILITATE APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677638463{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678287449{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntegrate facilitator skills and knowledge and seek to clarify how you will process as an AI facilitator.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678299229{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn about the four clusters of competencies in developing emotional and social intelligence.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678311749{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCreate a personal action plan around the topic of “being your best as a facilitator”.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678198684{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nGROUND APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY IN EVIDENCE\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695677638463{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678330527{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn about the requirements needed to earn your Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification from The Center for Appreciative Inquiry.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678343107{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUtilize a checklist for designing and facilitating systems change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678575365{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLETTER OF COMPLETION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678492653{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]To obtain a letter of completion (and to be eligible for consideration for AI Facilitator Certification) each participant must complete 26 training hours. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAIFT SCHEDULE:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695676302254{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT©) is an intensive certification program consisting of 26 hours of synchronous (live sessions hosted through Zoom) and asynchronous (assigned reading and activities outside of class time) learning over the course of 2 weeks.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695676515220{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]During the training\, participants will meet four-days each week for two-hours to engage in a training session designed to guide them through the full range and depth of what it means to be an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator. Below are the dates and times for the synchronous portion for this training:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1696974999139{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\n WEEK 1: MONDAYAugust 12\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) TUESDAYAugust 13\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) WEDNESDAYAugust 14\, 2024 9:00am - 11:00 am (PDT) THURSDAYAugust 15\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) WEEK 2: MONDAYAugust 19\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) TUESDAYAugust 20\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) WEDNESDAYAugust 21\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) THURSDAYAugust 22\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1696975092661{margin-top: 15px !important;}”]We start all synchronous sessions on time and work diligently to maintain the vAIFT schedule\, honoring our commitment to the learning experience. We have found full participation to be the most productive for the participants and the trainers. Please note: all times listed above are Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695679141963{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]The synchronous portions of the vAIFT are highly experiential and will not be recorded. The vAIFT Trainers will be utilizing breakout rooms to develop community and trust amongst participants\, conduct paired interviews\, and engage in small group discussions and reflections.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695676928708{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nORIENTATION\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1696975236870{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]To ensure that all participants are off to a strong start\, your vAIFT trainers will host a live orientation session via Zoom on Monday\, August 5th at 9:00am Pacific Time. Orientation allows you to connect with your trainers\, engage with participants\, become familiar with LearnDash (our online learning platform)\, and ask questions about pre-workshop reading and activities prior to your first vAIFT session in Zoom on Monday\, August 12\, 2024.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695681031203{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIRED TEXTBOOK\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695680318600{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (person\, virtual\, or hybrid) utilizes the textbook\, Appreciative Inquiry: Change at the Speed of Imagination (2nd Edition) by Jane Magruder Watkins\, Bernard Mohr\, and Ralph Kelly.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695680363528{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]This book is available in electronic or paperback versions. Please select the version that is in alignment with your learning style and preference. Click on the book cover image to learn more about the book and order your copy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695680873919{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nMETHOD OF DELIVERY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695680793257{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Participants in this Appreciative Inquiry training program will receive login information to the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s (CAI) online learning platform closer to the training date. We will open the online platform to participants prior to the start of the training. This allows participants time to navigate the software and become acquainted with the various features and tools it offers\, introduce themselves to their trainers and other vAIFT participants\, and access all pre-workshop reading and materials.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nCERTIFICATION PROCESS:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678727941{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIREMENTS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678751353{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]In order to qualify for certification as an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator with The Center for Appreciative Inquiry\, each participant must:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678771332{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nActively participate in an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT).\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678786204{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDesign and facilitate an appreciative inquiry engagement for a team\, organization\, group\, or community using the 5-D Appreciative Inquiry process. Your AIFT trainers serve as an advisor to you during your practicum – at no extra cost.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678807234{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nComplete and submit a practicum (narrative) for review. Practicums demonstrate your understanding and application of Appreciative Inquiry by sharing your facilitation experience\, learnings\, insights\, and outcomes.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678871195{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPRACTICUM REVIEW\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695679221614{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Participants have up to one year from the date of their training to submit their practicum for review. All submitted practicums are reviewed by a panel of seasoned appreciative inquiry practitioners. At least one trainer from your AIFT will also be part of the panel that reviews your practicum. The Review Panel may contact you to engage in a conversation about your work once you have submitted your practicum. Typically\, they will respond with questions\, to deepen their and your shared understanding of AI. The practicum review is therefore a dialogical and interactive process.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678928924{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWHAT’S INCLUDED\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678949333{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Once certified\, your Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification lasts for 2 years and includes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678971697{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAn Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification document for your records;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695678988580{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nPermission to use of the Center for Appreciative Inquiry Certification logo to embed on your website or include in your email signature;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695679001587{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExclusive access to content and events reserved only for certified AI Community Members.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695679022683{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nA free profile listing on our Appreciative Inquiry Directory for the duration of your certification. Learn more about the benefits of our AI Directory here.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”70″ accent_color=”#4c7539″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|title:See%20Payment%20Options|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|title:View%20Refund%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:View%20Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Terms%20and%20Conditions|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/virtual-appreciative-inquiry-facilitator-training-vaift-august-2024/ CATEGORIES:Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Appreciative-Inquiry-Facilitator-Training-AIFT-The-Center-for-Appreciative-Inquiry-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240617T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240708T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20240210T000115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T005636Z UID:41767-1718645400-1720468800@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Activating Citizen-Driven Communities with Appreciative Inquiry DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSUPPORT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WITH APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697219820206{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a highly effective change model that supports community development efforts by inviting community members to engage in meaningful discussions that identify strengths\, create shared visions\, develop strategies\, and inspire action for change.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697237246521{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]AI’s inclusive design builds collective capacity by pooling the community’s knowledge\, experience\, and strengths in generating new opportunities. Through the art of positive inquiry\, community members come together in a collaborative search for strengths\, passions\, values\, and actions which facilitates citizen-driven actions and change. Drawing on these strengths\, AI empowers communities and its citizens to chart a path to turn their vision into reality.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1697243250799{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-quote-left” color=”custom” size=”xl” align=”right” custom_color=”#4c7539″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]“The interactive activities and thought-provoking discussions encourage participants to think critically and apply concepts in practical scenarios. Her success in achieving valuable insights from participants is undoubtedly attributed to her approach\, passion\, and knowledge.” – Anna Pijaca (Research and Engagement Manager | City Experience and Engagement\, Local Council).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697243260472{margin-top: 20px !important;}”]Learn how Appreciative Inquiry can renew energy and hope and inspire action in communities you belong to\, work with\, and serve.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062784512{margin-top: -10px !important;}”] \nLEARNING OUTCOMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062207486{margin-top: -25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]After completing Activating Citizen-Driven Communities with Appreciative Inquiry\, you will be better able to:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062006223{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand how Appreciative Inquiry (AI) and strengths/asset-based approaches can be applied to community development work.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066958063{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nConfidently question and challenge deficit-based community development practice and introduce strengths-based\, Appreciative Inquiry approaches to foster citizen driven communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062355848{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIdentify and appreciate assets and strengths and elicit positive stories to discover what strong in our communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062345217{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFormulate and ask powerful\, positive\, and generative questions.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062138786{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntentionally seek new ways of understanding\, defining\, labelling\, and interacting with people and groups we work with.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066973901{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nApply AI tools and practices for community conversations\, engagement\, and planning.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nPositively impact their organization by introducing concepts and practices that enhance the capacity of staff to work more effectively with communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697478128880{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nEVENT DATES AND TIMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1707522066889{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]\n SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 SESSION 4 Western Hemisphere Monday June 17\, 2024 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT 8:30pm-11:00pm EDT Monday June 24\, 2024 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT 8:30pm-11:00pm EDT Monday July 1\, 2024 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT 8:30pm-11:00pm EDT Monday July 8\, 2024 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT 8:30pm-11:00pm EDT Eastern Hemisphere Tuesday June 18\, 2024 8:30am-11:00am HKT 10:30am-1:00pm AEST Tuesday June 25\, 2024 8:30am-11:00am HKT 10:30am-1:00pm AEST Tuesday July 2\, 2024 8:30am-11:00am HKT 10:30am-1:00pm AEST Tuesday July 9\, 2024 8:30am-11:00am HKT 10:30am-1:00pm AEST \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062819341{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nTRAINING SESSIONS:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697498387296{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]This course consists of four (4) virtual sessions that will provide key insights\, learnings\, and tools that you can apply in your community development work. Click the title of each session below to display the topics that will be covered during that session.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h6″ style=”flat” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”7″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1697067970523{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”SESSION 1: Embracing an Appreciative Approach to Community Development” tab_id=”1697067625042-111f3489-80f1″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067727905{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]TOPICS COVERED DURING THIS SESSION:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697063239528{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAn Appreciative approach to community development.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697063472765{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nThe Paradigm Shift: Traditional/Deficit approach Vs. Appreciative/Asset Based Community Development approach.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697063503219{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAI principles – Guiding our work with communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697063560731{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nHow we see our Communities (Psychological theories -The Pygmalion Effect\, Heliotropic Effect in the Context of Working with Marginalised/Disenfranchised/Disadvantaged communities).\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SESSION 2: Words Create Communities – How Our Words & Thoughts Shape Our Communities” tab_id=”1697067625075-2517837a-9e3f”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067785421{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]TOPICS COVERED DURING THIS SESSION:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066147173{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFlip the Script: Reframing Problems to Create Possibilities/Opportunities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066178862{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nWords Create Communities – the Power of Language & Words in creating Thriving Communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066207693{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShifting Perceptions:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066372110{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nChallenging Negative/Derogatory labels.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066385166{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nCultivating Stories and Successes.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SESSION 3: Igniting ‘Sparks’ & Activating Assets” tab_id=”1697067805592-8b986cfe-806e”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067785421{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]TOPICS COVERED DURING THIS SESSION:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066564620{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDiscovering Strengths & Assets: Igniting Sparks in People & Communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066601651{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAppreciative Inquiry Questions & Conversations: formulating and articulating generative and positive questions.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066653513{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nSoliciting Positive Stories and Finding Out What Works.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SESSION 4: Tools for Community Conversations & Change” tab_id=”1697067902310-422bb953-ac16″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067785421{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]TOPICS COVERED DURING THIS SESSION:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066710495{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCommunity Consultations and Conversations: Applying an Appreciative Inquiry approach for Citizen-Centered outcomes.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066809322{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAI 5D cycle for implementing community actions\, plans\, and change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066751833{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nOpen Space Technology: highly participatory\, inclusive\, and collaborative method for large group/community meetings.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066841872{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCommitment Wall.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067984407{margin-top: 25px !important;}”] \nDESIGNED FOR:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062301598{margin-top: -25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]This course is ideal for:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067505057{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCommunity development\, engagement\, and consultation workers and practitioners.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067453003{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIndividuals that work with specific community groups (e.g.\, youth\, family support\, seniors).\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067525876{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nStudents and graduates interested in working in community.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067581987{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nEntrepreneurs and organizations interested in their social impact\, creating a community footprint\, and supporting their communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nAnyone who volunteers\, works with\, or serves the community in some capacity to improve the development and capacity of communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697240200020{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPROGRAM OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text css=””][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697476338752{margin-top: 15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWANT TO TRAIN A TEAM OR GROUP?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This course can be delivered for groups and organizations who wish to train a large number of individuals who wish to support their community development efforts with appreciative inquiry. Please complete the CONTACT US form to receive more information about hosting a private course for your group.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”60″ accent_color=”#4c7539″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/appreciative-inquiry-community-development-june-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Citizens-Actively-Participating-in-their-Community_The-Center-for-Appreciative-Inquiry-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20230621T214606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T030751Z UID:39421-1718010000-1718276400@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Accelerated Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT) DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Course Schedule” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]This virtual Appreciative Inquiry training program is an intensive program spanning over the course of 4 days including synchronous and asynchronous portions as well as an orientation.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The SYNCHRONOUS portion (‘real time’ learning with your vAIFT trainers). The virtual AIFT program is an intensive\, accelerated program spanning over the course of 4-days. Below are the hours for live interaction and collaboration with your vAIFT trainers and cohorts: \n\n ORIENTATION DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 MONDAYJune 3\, 2024 9:00am-11:00am PDT MONDAYJune 10\, 20249:00am-11:00am PDTand1:00pm-3:00pm PDT TUESDAYJune 11\, 20249:00am-11:00am PDTand1:00pm-3:00pm PDT WEDNESDAYJune 12\, 20249:00am-11:00am PDTand1:00pm-3:00pm PDT THURSDAYJune 13\, 2024 9:00am-11:00am PDTand1:00pm-3:00pm PDT \n\n\n*Please note: all times listed above are Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) \nThe ASYNCHRONOUS portion of your training begins: \n\nMonday\, June 10\, 2024 with introductory activities and runs throughout the 4 days of synchronous learning. You will receive login information to the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s (CAI) online learning platform in a confirmation email after registering for the course.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”vAIFT Orientation:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]To ensure that all participants are off to a strong start\, your vAIFT trainers will host a live orientation session via Zoom on Monday\, June 3rd at 9:00am Pacific Time. Orientation allows you to connect with your trainers\, engage with participants\, become familiar with LearnDash (our online learning platform)\, and ask questions about pre-workshop reading and activities prior to your first vAIFT session in Zoom on June 10\, 2024.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Virtual AIFT Program Overivew” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]This virtual Appreciative Inquiry training program is designed to be a blended learning experience. This means portions of the course will be delivered synchronously (in real-time through services like Zoom) and asynchronously (you read and participate in activities and exercises at a time/pace/place that works best for you to be ready for the synchronous session). The combination of synchronous and asynchronous work will equate to 26 training hours (same as our face-to-face AIFT program). Participants will need to complete the program in its entirety to be eligible to earn their AI Facilitator Certification\, this includes participating in all synchronous sessions. \nPlease note: the synchronous portions of the vAIFT are highly experiential and will not be recorded. The vAIFT Trainers will be utilizing breakout rooms to develop community and trust amongst participants\, conduct paired interviews\, and engage in small group discussions and reflections.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Virtual Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT)© Accelerated is a four-day online certification program (see specific\, detailed schedule below) that engages participants to learn about the foundations and principles of Appreciative Inquiry as well as provide the skills necessary to facilitate appreciative inquiry sessions in all human systems (large or small). This course teaches the basics of Appreciative Inquiry (e.g. principles\, 5-Ds\, supporting theory and research\, etc.) but delves deeper by providing experiential exercises that teach participants how to define the topic of inquiry\, practice positive framing\, work with core teams\, design and field test an interview protocol\, and more… \nThis Appreciative Inquiry foundations course includes mini-lectures\, and experiential learning (individual\, pairs\, trios\, small group\, and large group) as well as auditory and visual materials to enhance the learning experience.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Training is designed for:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Leaders in businesses and corporations\, community development\, educational organizations\, governmental organizations\, and nonprofit organizations–in short\, anyone who wants to learn how to facilitate Appreciative Inquiry.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”vAIFT Training Segments:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]AIFT is divided into 4 ‘segments’. Each segment consists of modules containing exercises\, readings\, and discussions. \nSEGMENT I – EXPERIENCING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY \nLearn basic processes and experience AI by participating in a facilitated Appreciative Inquiry led by the Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training Trainers \nSEGMENT II – UNDERSTANDING THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY \nActively learn about the concepts\, principles\, theories and research. \nSEGMENT III – PLANNING AND DESIGNING AN APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY SESSION \nPlan and practice how you will begin helping your organization\, group\, or community build upon their strengths. \nSEGMENT IV – PRACTICING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY APPLICATIONS \n\nPractice exercises you can take home to use Appreciative Inquiry in your personal and professional life.\nPractice choosing the best language\, words for facilitating Appreciative Inquiry within a particular culture.\nBegin developing your plan to become a certified Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator by completing a Practicum/Supervised Experience.\n\nWe will start our synchronous sessions on time and work diligently to maintain the vAIFT schedule\, honoring our commitment to the learning experience. We have found full participation to be the most productive for the participants and the trainers.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Key Learning Outcomes” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]As a fully engaged participant in the Virtual Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT©)\, you will leave the workshop better able to: \n\nCreate/enhance your personal way of being and doing in order to use an appreciative approach; focus on what’s right in your world\, so that you can deeply inquire into what’s right and why\, and then find ways of intentionally creating more of what’s right in your world.\nFacilitate individuals\, groups\, organizations\, and communities to create collective ways of being and doing using an appreciative approach; that will help them focus on what’s right so that they can deeply inquire into what’s right and why\, and then find ways of intentionally working with them to both create more of what’s right and envision innovation and new ways of being and doing.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Letter of Completion” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]To obtain a letter of completion (and to be eligible for consideration for AI Facilitator Certification) each participant must complete 26 training hours. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Each of our certification courses require a written practicum (‘narrative’) of your work. The learning management system will be accessible to you to review materials for a full year after the vAIFT. The purpose of your practicum is to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the principles of Appreciative Inquiry\, its various applications\, what you learned\, etc. Participants will submit their practicum for review by our Practicum Review Committee which consists of 2-4 seasoned Ai practitioners. It is standard practice for the panel to engage participants in a conversation (conducted virtually) about their practicum. Typically\, they will respond with questions to deepen their and the participant’s mutual understanding of\, and learning about\, AI. The practicum review is therefore a dialogical and interactive process. \nParticipants have up to one year from the date of their training to submit their practicum for review. During this time\, your trainers make themselves available to you for mentoring and support (at no additional cost) as you work through your first inquiry. Your mentoring/support can be done via telephone\, skype\, zoom\, etc. You and your trainers can arrange a time and platform in which to conduct these sessions. Learn more about our Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification requirements here. \nOnce certified\, your Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification lasts for 2 years. AI Certification with the Center for Appreciative Inquiry includes: \n\nAppreciative Inquiry Certification document that will be emailed to you for your records;\nCenter for Appreciative Inquiry Certification logo that you are welcome to embed on your website or include in your email signature;\nListing on our Appreciative Inquiry Directory. Your Ai Directory listing is an editable profile page that includes your photo and professional biography that highlights your specialties\, articles\, videos and testimonials. Directory profiles are easy to create and update and will make you locatable by our worldwide audience. All Directory profiles will remain visible on our website for the duration of your certification. Our Appreciative Inquiry certification is good for 2 years; after which you may renew your Ai certification. You can learn more about the benefits of our AI Directory here.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Additional Training Information” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_custom_heading text=”Online Learning Platform” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Participants will receive login information to the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s (CAI) online learning platform closer to the training date. We will open the online platform to participants prior to the start of the training. This allows participants time to navigate the software and become acquainted with the various features and tools it offers\, introduce themselves to their trainers and other vAIFT participants\, and access all pre-workshop reading and materials.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Refund Policy” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]All fees are due upon registration for this Appreciative Inquiry training program.  Your full participation is very important to us and we know that from time to time\, your plans to attend one of our workshops or programs may change.  Our refund policy reflects our interest in your continued growth and learning journey as well as our planning needs and expenses incurred based on your enrollment. For more information about our Refund Policy\, please click here.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Privacy Policy” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Company of Experts.net does not sell nor share information gathered at its Web Site to any third party outside of the provider network to which it belongs. By using this Site\, or by joining our e-mail distribution list\, you are not identifying nor disclosing your affiliation with us\, our partners\, or anyone. For more information about our Privacy Policy\, click here.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Terms and Conditions” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS WEBSITE. All users of this site agree that access to and use of this site are subject to the following terms and conditions and other applicable law. If you do not agree to these terms and conditions\, please do not use this site. To read the complete list of Company of Experts’ terms and conditions\, please click here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/accelerated-appreciative-inquiry-facilitator-training-vaift-june-2024/ CATEGORIES:Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/vAIFT-Zoom.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20231124T222707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T182802Z UID:41217-1716195600-1716481800@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT) - UNCW DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nFACILITATE POSITIVE CHANGE USING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695684862288{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is an energizing and inclusive process that fosters creativity through the art of positive inquiry. It builds new skills in individuals and groups\, develops new leaders\, encourages a culture of inquiry\, and helps create shared vision and purpose by building on an organization’s core values and strengths.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nHYBRID IN-PERSON AIFT PROGRAM OVERVIEW:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700858122324{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT) is a foundational program designed to teach you how to facilitate the type of transformative change made possible through Appreciative Inquiry. In addition to introducing the basic tenets of Appreciative Inquiry (e.g.\, principles\, 5-Ds\, and theory)\, the AIFT delves deeper by providing experiential exercises that will teach you how to work with core teams\, define a topic of inquiry\, craft generative questions\, field test interview protocols\, establish action items\, and more.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1705703016189{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]This hybrid AIFT certification program is comprised of synchronous and asynchronous learning. We will be using a learning management system (LMS) called LearnDash for the asynchronous portion and in-person synchronous sessions. [/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1700848452540{margin-top: -10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-quote-left” color=”custom” size=”lg” align=”right” custom_color=”#4c7539″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700688894700{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]“This training has allowed me to reconnect with the facilitator\, partner and guide I want to be for my clients. I am leaving armed with new skills and an important reminder that how I “show up” in any given moment significantly influences the destiny of my work\, and that of my clients.”[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]– C. Brown[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text] \nAIFT DATES AND TIMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700851805048{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT) will be delivered over the course of 4 days. Each day begins with a 30-minute networking opportunity\, followed immediately by the training which begins promptly at 9am. Training days include two 15-minute breaks and an hour for lunch.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700690107593{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]\n DAY 1 MAY 20\, 2024 DAY 2 MAY 21\, 2024 DAY 3 MAY 22\, 2024 DAY 4 MAY 23\, 2024 Networking: 8:30am - 9:00am EDT Networking: 8:30am - 9:00am EDT Networking: 8:30am - 9:00am EDT Networking: 8:30am - 9:00am EDT Training: 9:00am - 4:30pm EDT Training: 9:00am - 4:30pm EDT Training: 9:00am - 4:30pm EDT Training: 9:00am - 4:30pm EDT \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1705703091551{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nORIENTATION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To ensure that all participants are off to a strong start\, your AIFT trainers will host a live orientation session via Zoom – Thursday\, May 9\, 2024\, at 10:30 Pacific Time / 1:30pm Eastern Time. Your trainers will provide an overview of the course timelines and learning outcomes and ensure you have access to the LMS which contains your materials and readings.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1705703438651{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Your interaction with your cohort and trainers within the LMS will enhance your learning and prepare you to begin your practicum. You will have time to become familiar with the LMS\, read assignments and engage with trainers and other participants prior to the first synchronous (live) session on the campus of UNCW on May 20\, 2024.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1700848452540{margin-top: -10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-quote-left” color=”custom” size=”lg” align=”right” custom_color=”#4c7539″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1706118676057{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]The Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training provided me with an essential framework and useful tools that I use on a regular basis. We are so pleased to bring this opportunity to UNCW.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]- Carol McNulty\, Interim Dean\, UNCW Watson College of Education[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text] \nTRAINING SEGMENTS:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700851790581{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]The AIFT consists of eight (8) modules organized within four segments\, with a new segment to be delivered each day. Each segment consists of exercises\, readings\, and discussions designed to guide you through the full range and depth of what it means to be an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h6″ style=”flat” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”8″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1695684107078{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”DAY 1: EXPERIENCING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1695683990838-6ac68e4d-d49c”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439781385{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nDEFINE AI AND BUILD COMMUNITY\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438695514{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693426480342{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nBuild community collaboratively in order to function in a strong learning community.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693426490541{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nReflect on how you will build community in the future as an AI facilitator.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693426501710{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDefine appreciative inquiry.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693426461232{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDevelop a common understanding what appreciative inquiry is and how it is applied.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439799786{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nEXPERIENCE APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438695514{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693426539322{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExperience the five generic processes of appreciative inquiry as they apply to designing your learning within the AIFT.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DAY 2: UNDERSTANDING THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1695683990874-c1e93fa6-8a4d”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439763045{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nUNCOVER THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438695514{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693426633093{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIdentify and ingrate key theory components of appreciative inquiry to support your foundations as an AI facilitator.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439741449{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nCREATE TOPICS OF INQUIRY AND INTERVIEW GUIDES\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438695514{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693426699910{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIdentify an affirmative topic for an inquiry and modify the generic interview guide.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693426722067{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nReflect on facilitator considerations.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DAY 3: PLANNING AND DESIGNING AN APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY SESSION” tab_id=”1695684151438-f2daa929-50e5″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439699150{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nKEY AI FACILITATION CONSIDERATIONS\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438695514{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427020943{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAssess and integrate key appreciative inquiry facilitation considerations.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427036084{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn about Core Teams and their role in the AI Process.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427052775{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn various forms of AI engagement.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439718003{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nGROUND APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY IN EVIDENCE\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438695514{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427079638{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDiscover the research and evidence that underpins the work of appreciative inquiry and integrate these ideas into your facilitation toolkit.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DAY 4: PRACTICING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY APPLICATIONS” tab_id=”1695684183723-6cd0a5a5-1a7c”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439612207{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLIVE AND FACILITATE APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438695514{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427412313{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntegrate facilitator skills and knowledge and seek to clarify how you will process as an AI facilitator.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427426949{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn about the four clusters of competencies in developing emotional and social intelligence.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427442288{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCreate a personal action plan around the topic of “being your best as a facilitator”.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439654562{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nCELEBRATE AND PRACTICUM INFORMATION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438695514{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Learning Outcomes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427471284{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn about the requirements needed to earn your Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification from The Center for Appreciative Inquiry.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693427459209{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUtilize a checklist for designing and facilitating systems change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text] \nTRAINING DESIGNED FOR:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700851689546{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Leaders in businesses and corporations\, community development\, educational organizations\, governmental organizations\, and nonprofit organizations–in short\, anyone who wants to learn how to facilitate Appreciative Inquiry.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1700698204856{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695684505650{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIRED TEXTBOOK\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (person\, virtual\, or hybrid) utilizes the textbook\, Appreciative Inquiry: Change at the Speed of Imagination (2nd Edition) by Jane Magruder Watkins\, Bernard Mohr\, and Ralph Kelly.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700852272866{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Your trainers will assign readings from this book throughout your training. You will need to purchase this textbook prior to the start of this course. This book is available in electronic or paperback versions. Please select the version that is in alignment with your learning style and preference. Click on the ‘Buy Textbook’ button located to the right to learn more about the book and order your copy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700698581813{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”BUY AIFT TEXTBOOK” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2FB013IM19UG%2F%3Ftag%3Dpositiveint0e-20|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1700858440219{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700694534849{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLETTER OF COMPLETION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To obtain a letter of completion (and to be eligible for consideration for AI Facilitator Certification) each participant must actively participate and complete the AIFT (equating to 26 training hours). Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned and will be presented to participants after the training.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700858213680{margin-top: -5px !important;}”] \nCERTIFICATION PROCESS:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700852465499{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]What is Appreciative Inquiry Certification? Appreciative Inquiry certification indicates that you have met specific requirements designed to advance and deepen your knowledge and skills in theory\, processes\, and application of Appreciative Inquiry. It demonstrates to others that you use industry-respected best practices and possess the knowledge\, experience and education to effectively help individuals\, teams\, organizations\, and communities achieve their success.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h6″ style=”flat” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”8″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1700851077851{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS” tab_id=”1700850897475-af7e1705-073e”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700851478982{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nAI FACILITATOR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693431932523{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]In order to qualify for certification as an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator with The Center for Appreciative Inquiry\, each participant must:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693431332353{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nActively participate in an Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (AIFT).\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438944390{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDesign and facilitate an appreciative inquiry engagement for a team\, organization\, group\, or community using the 5-D Appreciative Inquiry process. Your AIFT trainers serve as an advisor to you during your practicum – at no extra cost.\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693432127815{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nComplete and submit a practicum (narrative) for review. Practicums demonstrate your understanding and application of Appreciative Inquiry by sharing your facilitation experience\, learnings\, insights\, and outcomes.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”PRACTICUM (REPORT) REVIEW” tab_id=”1700850897508-a28d8605-20d1″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693438438525{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPRACTICUM REVIEW\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]All submitted practicums are reviewed by a panel of seasoned appreciative inquiry practitioners. At least one trainer from your AIFT will also be part of the panel that reviews your practicum. The Review Panel may contact you to engage in a conversation about your work once you have submitted your practicum. Typically\, they will respond with questions\, to deepen their and your shared understanding of AI. The practicum review is therefore a dialogical and interactive process.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”BENEFITS & WHAT’S INCLUDED” tab_id=”1700851221470-ed4a5aaf-a7ee”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700851369518{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nCERTIFICATION BENEFITS & WHAT’S INCLUDED\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693439321302{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Once certified\, your Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification lasts for 2 years and includes:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693432393905{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAn Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification document for your records;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693432427359{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nPermission to use of the Center for Appreciative Inquiry Certification logo to embed on your website or include in your email signature;\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693432465624{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExclusive access to content and events reserved only for certified AI Community Members.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693433411413{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nA free profile listing on our Appreciative Inquiry Directory for the duration of your certification. Learn more about the benefits of our AI Directory here.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”18″][vc_column_text] \nVENUE & TRAVEL RESOURCES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700848797300{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nTRAINING VENUE\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1701108021349{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Watson College of Education Building\, Room 232\nUniversity of North Carolina Wilmington\n970 Reynolds Drive\, Wilmington\, NC 28403[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”DRIVING DIRECTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Funcw.edu%2Fcampus-map%2F|title:Driving%20Directions%20to%20UNCW|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1700849620515{margin-top: 5px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700849333979{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPARKING INFORMATION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700849505219{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Participants are encouraged to park in the East Parking Deck. Parking permits will be provided to participants prior to the start of the training.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”PARKING & TRANSPORT SERVICES” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Funcw.edu%2Fseahawk-life%2Fservices%2Fparking-transportation%2F|title:View%20Parking%20and%20Transportation%20Services%20at%20UNCW|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1700849902280{margin-top: 5px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1700850007609{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700850065578{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nAIRPORT\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700850178866{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Wilmington International Airport (ILM)[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”BROWSE FLIGHTS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fflyilm.com%2F|title:Browse%20Flights%20into%20Wilmington|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1700850239683{margin-top: 5px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700850309871{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nHOTELS AND LODGING\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700850453578{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]View a comprehensive list of nearby lodging.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”FIND LODGING ACCOMMODATIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wilmingtonandbeaches.com%2Fplaces-to-stay%2F|title:Search%20hotels%20and%20lodging%20within%20Wilmington|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1700850549792{margin-top: 5px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”35″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700701305216{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nTHIS CERTIFICATION COURSE OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1700701475853{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text] \nQUESTIONS?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1700698821671{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Do you have questions about this training? Please email your questions to Kathy Becker at Kathy@CenterForAppreciativeInquiry.net.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nWANT TO TRAIN YOUR TEAM?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1695684828588{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Private AIFT sessions are available for groups and organizations who wish to train a large number of individuals in the art of appreciative inquiry facilitation. We encourage a minimum of eight (8) members from any organization\, group\, or community participate. Please complete the CONTACT US form to receive more information about hosting a private AI Facilitator Training for your group.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”70″ accent_color=”#4c7539″ css=”.vc_custom_1693436224277{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 35px !important;}”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|title:See%20Payment%20Options”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|title:View%20Refund%20Policy”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:View%20Privacy%20Policy”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Terms%20and%20Conditions”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/appreciative-inquiry-facilitator-training-uncw-may2024/ CATEGORIES:Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Appreciative-Inquiry-Facilitator-Training-AIFT-at-UNCW-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20240108T230509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T005730Z UID:41573-1715331600-1715342400@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:SOAR Design Workshop DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nIDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES TO APPLY & DESIGN SOAR\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704413405090{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]This SOAR Design Workshop is an engaging and collaborative session where we will explore a variety of SOAR designs from team to the division\, department\, organization\, and industry level. During this workshop\, participants will learn how to design SOAR engagements to their client or organization’s wishes. There will also be a case scenario on how to help an executive leader learn how to use SOAR. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704413666154{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nSOAR DESIGN WORKSHOP DATES & TIMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704419512500{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]There are two workshops available for you to maximize your SOAR learning\, planning\, and application: Learning to SOAR and SOAR Design. Below are the dates and times for both workshops. Please note: Learning to SOAR is a pre-requisite for the SOAR Design workshop.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704753608338{margin-top: -10px !important;}”]\n LEARNING TO SOAR Workshop Thursday\, April 18\, 2024 9:00am-4:00pm Eastern Time SOAR DESIGN Workshop Friday\, May 10\, 2024 9am-12pm Eastern Time Pre-requisite: None Pre-requisite: Learning to SOAR \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704413640526{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nSOAR DESIGN WORKSHOP CONTENT:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704413462212{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]By utilizing the SOAR framework\, attendees gain a holistic perspective\, fostering a positive and proactive approach to strategy and strategic planning. This interactive session guides participants on how their SOAR designs connect to mission with purpose\, encourage teamwork\, align those around a shared vision\, and and ultimately leads to the development of actionable strategies and plans that maximize a team or an organization’s potential for success.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704749067779{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Participants will come to this session with at least one draft of a SOAR strategic engagement. Time will be allotted for asking about SOAR designs and engagements.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415164346{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPURPOSE:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704414665177{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Identify opportunities to apply and design SOAR engagements.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415076300{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704414695133{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nRecognize and target opportunities for applying SOAR at multiple levels of your organization.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704414769060{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nReview a variety of SOAR-based templates.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704414821174{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase Scenario: What Would You Do?\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704749116955{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDraft a SOAR Strategy or Strategic Planning Design.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1697243250799{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-quote-left” color=”custom” size=”xl” align=”right” custom_color=”#4c7539″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]We used SOAR to work with our global team members. The results: strategic direction and strategies for growth. Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategy that Inspires Innovation and Engagement has the proven research and applications to easily make SOAR part of your strategic toolkit.\n– Ron Reidy\, Ph.D.\, Senior Advisor\, Dell Technologies /Education Services[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415421986{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nADDITIONAL WORKSHOP INFORMATION:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1704415549990{margin-top: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407196049{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIRED BOOK\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The SOAR workshops utilize the book\, Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategy that Inspires Innovation and Engagement by Jacqueline Stavros and Gina Hinrichs.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704749130915{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]You will need to purchase this book prior to the start of this course. This book is available in electronic or paperback versions. Please select the version that is in alignment with your learning style and preference.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407507453{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Buy SOAR Book” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2F1737486105%2F%3Ftag%3Dpositiveint0e-20|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1704407582610{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415264535{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nMETHOD OF DELIVERY:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This program will be delivered using Zoom and will be using various Zoom features\, including the Zoom annotation tool. To maximize your learning experience and engagement\, please participate in this course on your computer (desktop or laptop). You will receive a Zoom meeting link in a separate email two weeks prior to the event.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415501166{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLETTER OF COMPLETION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To obtain a letter of completion each participant must actively participate and complete the workshop. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned and will be presented to participants after the training.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704327034803{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWORKSHOP OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697476338752{margin-top: 15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWANT TO TRAIN A TEAM OR GROUP?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This workshop can be delivered for groups and organizations who wish to train a large number of individuals on the SOAR framework to support their strategic and planning efforts. Please complete the CONTACT US form to receive more information about hosting a private course for your group.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”60″ accent_color=”#4c7539″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/soar-design-workshop-may10-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:SOAR ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/SOAR-Design-Workshop_Strategy-Development_Jackie-Stavros_CAI-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20240105T014251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T005735Z UID:41510-1715245200-1715256000@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:SOAR Design Workshop DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nIDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES TO APPLY & DESIGN SOAR\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704413405090{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]This SOAR Design Workshop is an engaging and collaborative session where we will explore a variety of SOAR designs from team to the division\, department\, organization\, and industry level. During this workshop\, participants will learn how to design SOAR engagements to their client or organization’s wishes. There will also be a case scenario on how to help an executive leader learn how to use SOAR. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704413666154{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nSOAR DESIGN WORKSHOP DATES & TIMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704419512500{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]There are two workshops available for you to maximize your SOAR learning\, planning\, and application: Learning to SOAR and SOAR Design. Below are the dates and times for both workshops. Please note: Learning to SOAR is a pre-requisite for the SOAR Design workshop.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704418230509{margin-top: -10px !important;}”]\n LEARNING TO SOAR Workshop April 11-12\, 2024 9am-12pm Pacific / 12pm-3pm Eastern SOAR DESIGN Workshop May 9\, 2024 9am-12pm Pacific / 12pm-3pm Eastern Pre-requisite: None Pre-requisite: Learning to SOAR \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704413640526{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nSOAR DESIGN WORKSHOP CONTENT:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704413462212{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]By utilizing the SOAR framework\, attendees gain a holistic perspective\, fostering a positive and proactive approach to strategy and strategic planning. This interactive session guides participants on how their SOAR designs connect to mission with purpose\, encourage teamwork\, align those around a shared vision\, and and ultimately leads to the development of actionable strategies and plans that maximize a team or an organization’s potential for success.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704749067779{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Participants will come to this session with at least one draft of a SOAR strategic engagement. Time will be allotted for asking about SOAR designs and engagements.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415164346{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPURPOSE:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704414665177{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Identify opportunities to apply and design SOAR engagements.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415076300{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704414695133{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nRecognize and target opportunities for applying SOAR at multiple levels of your organization.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704414769060{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nReview a variety of SOAR-based templates.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704414821174{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase Scenario: What Would You Do?\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704749116955{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDraft a SOAR Strategy or Strategic Planning Design.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1697243250799{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-quote-left” color=”custom” size=”xl” align=”right” custom_color=”#4c7539″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]We used SOAR to work with our global team members. The results: strategic direction and strategies for growth. Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategy that Inspires Innovation and Engagement has the proven research and applications to easily make SOAR part of your strategic toolkit.\n– Ron Reidy\, Ph.D.\, Senior Advisor\, Dell Technologies /Education Services[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415421986{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nADDITIONAL WORKSHOP INFORMATION:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1704415549990{margin-top: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407196049{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIRED BOOK\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The SOAR workshops utilize the book\, Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategy that Inspires Innovation and Engagement by Jacqueline Stavros and Gina Hinrichs.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704749130915{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]You will need to purchase this book prior to the start of this course. This book is available in electronic or paperback versions. Please select the version that is in alignment with your learning style and preference.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407507453{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Buy SOAR Book” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2F1737486105%2F%3Ftag%3Dpositiveint0e-20|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1704407582610{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415264535{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nMETHOD OF DELIVERY:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This program will be delivered using Zoom and will be using various Zoom features\, including the Zoom annotation tool. To maximize your learning experience and engagement\, please participate in this course on your computer (desktop or laptop). You will receive a Zoom meeting link in a separate email two weeks prior to the event.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415501166{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLETTER OF COMPLETION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To obtain a letter of completion each participant must actively participate and complete the workshop. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned and will be presented to participants after the training.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704327034803{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWORKSHOP OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697476338752{margin-top: 15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWANT TO TRAIN A TEAM OR GROUP?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This workshop can be delivered for groups and organizations who wish to train a large number of individuals on the SOAR framework to support their strategic and planning efforts. Please complete the CONTACT US form to receive more information about hosting a private course for your group.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”60″ accent_color=”#4c7539″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/soar-design-may9-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:SOAR ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/SOAR-Design-Workshop_Strategy-Development_Jackie-Stavros_CAI-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20231013T114720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T030003Z UID:40634-1714478400-1714660200@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Strategic Conversations Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nStrategic Conversations Bootcamp Event Schedule\n\n SESSION 1 SESSION 2 TUESDAYApril 30\, 2024 THURSDAYMay 2\, 2024 12:00pm-2:30pm ET 9:00am-11:30am PT 12:00pm-2:30pm ET 9:00am-11:30am PT \n\nPlease note: ALL virtual sessions for the will be recorded and saved for participants who are unable to attend a scheduled webinar. Links to the recordings will be provided so that participants can view/listen to the recording at a time that works best for them. \nFoster Whole System Strategic Thinking\, Planning\, and Leading\nA lack of strategic thinking and planning in organizations is costly. The greatest expense is the investment of time and resources into activities that do not support company goals or the mission. In addition\, employees show up\, do their work\, and go home. This results in missed opportunities. Without a context for their work\, employees are not inspired to think or plan creatively about process improvement\, innovation\, or cost savings. And anyone who has tried knows\, it can be a struggle to get teams to buy-in to strategic goals\, much less think and work in alignment with those goals. \nDeveloping your leadership ability for strategic thinking and planning\, coupled with the communication skills to engage in effective strategic conversations significantly improves your value as a leader. The days of hiring an outside agency to create a strategic plan for your organization are over; so too should be strategic plans developed at the top and handed down for others to implement. Organizations poised for growth and success have leaders who are adopting strategic thinking as an on-going way of doing business and strategic planning that engages employees across the whole organization as well as external stakeholders. They engage everyone in developing agile plans\, cycles of experimentation and learning\, innovation\, and measuring actions against relevant metrics. \nStrategic Conversations Bootcamp will invite you to explore the ways a living systems mindset influences strategic thinking and action\, teach you how to use the SOAR framework to support strategic conversations at all levels of an organizations\, deepen your understanding of the value of scaling strategic conversation to include the whole system\, and introduce you to four whole systems engagement processes: The AI 5D cycle\, Design Thinking\, World Cafe\, and Open Space Technology. \nLearning Outcomes\nThis training will encourage you to bring a living systems mindset to organizational design\, strategy\, and success. It will prepare you to engage teams in strategic conversations that can: \n\nRespond effectively to continuous change\, complexity\, and ambiguity.\nInspire productivity\, engagement\, and organizational effectiveness.\nReduce costs\, misalignment\, and conflicts.\nEnhance customer service.\nInnovate in the face of challenges.\nMake a positive contribution to the triple bottom line.\n\nAfter completing this bootcamp\, you will have the tools to engage teams from a whole system perspective in conversations to: \n\nDevelop an organizational system as the system’s north star.\nAddress short- and long-term challenges\, systems\, and innovation.\nExplore strengths\, dynamic capabilities\, and opportunities.\nDevelop or re-evaluate organization’s values\, vision\, and mission statements.\nSet goals\, objectives\, strategies\, and action plans.\nClarify roles\, relationships\, and expectations.\nTrack progress through regular cycles of action learning.\n\nCourse Modules\nClick the session titles below to learn more about each session’s overview and learning outcomes.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”2px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h5″ color=”peacoc” active_section=”0″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Module 1: STRATEGIC THINKING AND MINDSET” tab_id=”1697124763627-ac88f6bb-3b97″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]PURPOSE: Reassess the nature of what it means to be an organization\, explore the impact of adopting a living systems mindset\, and what that means when it comes to the nature of business conversation. \nOBJECTIVES: \n\nRethink the nature of organizations\, see them as a living system\, nourished by hubs of conversation and action.\nAdopt a living systems mindset and an Appreciative Inquiry conversational framework.\nRecognize 3 key factors for supporting strategic conversations and organizational flourishing.\nPractice framing and asking generative questions for strategic conversations that align with a living systems mindset.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 2: SOAR CONVERSATIONS” tab_id=”1697124763627-331ef788-76a1″][vc_column_text]PURPOSE: Learn to use the SOAR Framework to foster strategic conversations at all levels of an organization. \n OBJECTIVES: \n\nAdopt a SOAR Framework for strategic thinking and planning.\nExperience SOAR as a positive approach for strategic conversations.\nPractice positive framing and generative questions using SOAR at various levels in the organization.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 3: THE AI 5-D CYCLE” tab_id=”1697125274349-a53924e8-62ff”][vc_column_text]PURPOSE: Understand the importance of whole systems engagement and explore strategic conversations at scale using the Appreciative Inquiry (AI) 5-D Cycle to engage all stakeholders in strategic planning or whole system change. \n OBJECTIVES: \n\nUnderstand the need for whole systems engagement.\nUnderstand the AI 5-D Cycle.\nPractice framing an affirmative topic and creating an appreciative inquiry.\nIdentify opportunities to engage whole systems in strategic conversations.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 4: WHOLE SYSTEMS ENGAGEMENT PROCESSES” tab_id=”1697125396094-5b016fa7-057e”][vc_column_text]PURPOSE: Understand key factors for successful whole systems engagement and learn the basics around three popular processes for engaging large groups or whole systems in conversation. \n OBJECTIVES: \n\nRecognize key factors to successful whole systems engagement.\nUnderstand Design Thinking\, World Café\, and Open Space Technology.\nExplore when\, where\, and how you might use these processes.\nIdentify other resources and processes for whole systems engagement.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\nMethod of Delivery for the Strategic Conversations Bootcamp\nThese live events will be delivered and recorded using Zoom. You can participate in these live events using any device: computer\, tablet\, or mobile. Please participate using the dial-in method you feel most comfortable with. You will receive the meeting login information from your trainers in two separate emails. First email will be sent two weeks prior to the event; the second to be sent the day before the bootcamp. \nAffiliate Program Offered in Partnership with:\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We invite you to learn more about the Conversation Bootcamp also offered in partnership with Conversations Worth Having.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/strategic-conversations-bootcamp-april-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Conversations Worth Having (CWH) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Strategic-Conversations_CWH_Center-for-Appreciative-Inquiry-3-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20231022T183104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T030456Z UID:40698-1713873600-1714055400@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Conversation Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column] \nConversation Bootcamp Event Schedule\nPlease note: ALL virtual sessions for this conversation bootcamp will be recorded and saved for participants who are unable to attend a scheduled webinar. Links to the recordings will be provided so that participants can view/listen to the recording at a time that works best for them. \n\n SESSION 1 SESSION 2 TUESDAYApril 23\, 2024 THURSDAYApril 25\, 2024 12:00pm-2:30am ET 9:00am-11:30am PT 12:00pm-2:30am ET 9:00am-11:30am PT \n\n\nStep Into Your Capacity to Fuel Productive and Meaningful Engagement\nCommunication. It remains the top issue for organizations\, teams\, and relationships. Almost everyone struggles with how to effectively communicate when they are frustrated or facing conflict. The effects of poor communication are costly. They show up in organizations as: \n\nEmployee disengagement\, malaise\, and turnover;\nDysfunctional teams;\nPoor performance;\nInability to give and receive critical feedback; and\nNegative attitudes\, cliques\, and gossip: a culture of “me”.\n\nIf you’re dealing with any of these outcomes\, the Conversation Bootcamp from Conversations Worth Having will give you the skills and tools to turn them around. This program is grounded in Appreciative Inquiry\, one of the most widely used positive change approaches. Two simple Appreciative Inquiry practices can turn your entire culture around\, creating a culture of conversations worth having. \nFollowing this workshop\, you will have tools to establish communication practices that will support productivity\, engagement\, high performance teams\, regular feedback\, positivity\, and a culture of “we.” \nCourse Outcomes\nYou will walk away prepared to: \n\nKeep your cool when you want to explode!\nEffectively challenge assumptions and preconceptions\, including yours.\nDeal with conflict quickly and effectively.\nFuel productive and meaningful engagement.\nCommunicate successfully with people who hold negative attitudes or defensive positions.\nGive and receive critical feedback in ways that promote learning and high performance.\nAsk the kind of questions that deepen understanding\, strengthen connections\, and inspire possibility.\nTalk with colleagues in ways that invite them to collaborate on projects and strategic outcomes.\nListen with genuine curiosity.\nFrame any conversation\, even one around a highly complex problem\, to inspire creative and innovative thinking and solutions.\n\nCourse Modules\nClick the session titles below to learn more about the Conversation Bootcamp’s modules and learning outcomes.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”4px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion color=”peacoc” active_section=”0″][vc_tta_section title=”Module 1: THE POWER OF CONVERSATIONS” tab_id=”1697997033053-f8a27ff1-47fc”][vc_column_text]PURPOSE: Understand the nature of our conversations\, how they affect human being and doing\, and enhance your ability to choose conversations worth having.\n\nOBJECTIVES: \n\nUnderstand the neuroscience of conversation.\nExperiences the power of conversation.\nPractice priming the body-mindset for conversations worth having.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 2: ASK GENERATIVE QUESTIONS” tab_id=”1697997033054-4b62f7ec-e7e0″][vc_column_text]PURPOSE: Understand the nature of our conversations\, the basics of Appreciative Inquiry\, and improve your ability to ask generative questions to foster effective communication.\n\nOBJECTIVES: \n\nExperience the nature of our conversations and the effect on you and others.\nRecognize a generative question and how it influences possibility.\nUse generative questions to shift the dynamics of personal and workplace communication problems.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 3: CREATE A POSITIVE FRAME” tab_id=”1697997332956-4c7ee9fa-d55f”][vc_column_text]PURPOSE: Intentionally foster effective communication using positive framing and continue to develop your ability to ask generative questions. \nOBJECTIVES: \n\nExperience flipping negative conversations to conversations worth having.\nUse flipping to frame problems and issues.\nDevelop generative questions to fuel productive and meaningful engagement around workplace challenges.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 4: FEEDBACK and FEEDFORWARD” tab_id=”1697997431784-cb798a58-2dd3″][vc_column_text]PURPOSE: Develop a growth mindset and understand and apply the two AI practices to give and receive feedback and feedforward. \nOBJECTIVES: \n\nAdopt a growth mindset to support openness and interest in regular feedback.\nUnderstand the difference between feedback and feedforward.\nPractice giving and receiving feedforward.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”4px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nMethod of Delivery\nThese live events will be delivered and recorded using Zoom. You can participate in these live events using any device: computer\, tablet\, or mobile. Please participate using the dial-in method you feel most comfortable with. You will receive the meeting login information from your trainers in two separate emails. First email will be sent two weeks prior to the event; the second to be sent the day before the bootcamp. \nAffiliate Program Offered in Partnership with Conversations Worth Having\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWe invite you to learn more about the Strategic Conversations Bootcamp also offered in partnership with Conversations Worth Having.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/conversation-bootcamp-apr-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Conversations Worth Having (CWH) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Leading-Appreciatively_Center-for-Appreciative-Inquiry_Feature-Image-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20240108T223348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T005743Z UID:41556-1713430800-1713456000@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategies & Strategic Plans That Invite Innovation and Engagement DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nDEVELOP STRATEGY & ENGAGEMENT USING SOAR FRAMEWORK\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319214850{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]This workshop provides participants with a foundational understanding of the powerful SOAR framework—Strengths\, Opportunities\, Aspirations\, and Results—designed to enhance strategic thinking\, strategizing\, planning\, and leading. Attendees will learn to recognize and harness their organization’s internal strengths\, identify external opportunities\, clarify their aspirations\, and define specific results they aspire to achieve.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319248199{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Through interactive discussions and practical examples\, this workshop equips participants with the tools and mindset to adopt a proactive\, appreciative\, and positive approach to strategy development\, fostering innovation\, and driving sustainable growth within their organizations. Whether applied to business\, personal development\, or team dynamics\, this workshop serves as a gateway to unleashing the full potential of the SOAR framework.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704748710322{margin-top: -25px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319305342{margin-top: 20px !important;}”]Utilize SOAR’s positive framework to enhance your ability to strategize\, lead\, and plan effectively. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319399313{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nSOAR WORKSHOP DATES & TIMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704419179194{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]There are two workshops available for you to maximize your SOAR learning\, planning\, and application: Learning to SOAR and SOAR Design. Below are the dates and times for both workshops. Please note: Learning to SOAR is a pre-requisite for the SOAR Design Workshop.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704755353740{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]\n LEARNING TO SOAR Workshop Thursday\, April 18\, 2024 9:00am-4:00pm Eastern Time SOAR DESIGN Workshop Friday\, May 10\, 2024 9am-12pm Eastern Time Pre-requisite: None Pre-requisite: Learning to SOAR \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321250771{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nLEARNING TO SOAR WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704392611079{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]SOAR\, a positive approach to strategic thinking\, planning\, leading\, conversations\, and operating allows anyone at any level in an organization to create strategy and strategic plans.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321968629{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]The operating system of SOAR is Appreciative Inquiry\, which is one of the most effective and widely used approaches for strategic change. You will learn how to engage your teams in strategic conversations using SOAR to:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321715995{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIncrease engagement\, productivity\, commitment\, and effectiveness at multiple levels in your organization.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321743207{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDevelop strategies by providing a flexible approach that emphasizes strengths and opportunities\, aligning them with aspirations and results.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321768809{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCreate strategic plans with values\, vision\, mission\, purpose\, and goals.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321792169{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nPromote positive and forward-thinking\, appreciative mindset.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nDevelop your personal strategic leadership development strategy plan.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321958597{margin-top: -15px !important;}”]SOAR is a valuable framework and approach for organizations looking to take a proactive and positive approach to strategic development\, focusing on leveraging their existing strengths and external opportunities to achieve their aspirations and desired results.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1697243250799{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-quote-left” color=”custom” size=”xl” align=”right” custom_color=”#4c7539″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]SOAR is a whole systems approach to strategic planning and invited inclusiveness and psychological safe space for us to learn. Jackie shared how her human operating system is Appreciative Inquiry (AI). I was able to galvanize leadership\, engage all\, and strengthen collaboration.\n– Goren B. Dillard\, MSOD\, CASE\, Urban League[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323638103{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nLEARNING TO SOAR WORKSHOP CONTENT:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323219662{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategies & Strategic Plans that Invite Innovation and Engagement consists of five (5) modules that will provide key insights\, learnings\, and tools that you can apply in your strategic leadership. Click the title of each module below to display its purpose and learning objectives.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h6″ style=”flat” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”7″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1697067970523{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 1: Strategic Thinking” tab_id=”1697067625042-111f3489-80f1″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323324630{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Introduce the value of cultivating strategic thinking skills from an appreciative mindset.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323363920{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the importance of strategic thinking as cognitive process and mindset.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323391976{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn language of strategy and strategic planning.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323416684{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShare the history of positive organization science/scholarship (POS).\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323443596{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntroduce Appreciative Inquiry (AI) as the operating system of SOAR.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 2: Learn SOAR” tab_id=”1704323732523-bd95c63e-5acf”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323788614{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Introduce SOAR framework and approach\, its purpose\, and how it can be applied in different contexts from strategy to strategic planning and leadership development.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323861277{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn the essence and flexibility of SOAR.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323875040{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the efficacy of the SOAR elements.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323890455{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShow how SOAR builds upon SWOT.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323907624{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase 1: Strategic Conversation: Revitalization Strategy.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324177247{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntroduce 3 Key Strategic Factors of SOAR.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 3: Strategic Applications of SOAR” tab_id=”1704323977369-a5c629e5-dd43″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324019680{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Learn how to apply SOAR at various levels in an organization.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324044982{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn how to apply SOAR in:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324080368{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nevery day strategic conversations.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324096074{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\ncoaching and mentoring others.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324117382{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\ncreating strategies (Quick SOAR)\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324145506{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase 2: SOAR: Creating a Strategy at Division Level.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324166141{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase 3: SOAR: Strategic Coaching Approach to High-Performing Culture.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 4: Strategic Planning – SOAR with the Appreciative Inquiry 5-D Cycle” tab_id=”1704324230838-53b7d064-db50″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324613944{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Learn how to use SOAR for system-wide strategic planning or change with the Appreciative Inquiry (AI) 5-D/5-I Cycle.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324654295{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn how to involve stakeholder representation on your strategic planning team.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324669607{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShare the evolution of SOAR with the AI 5-D/5-I Cycle.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324687309{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase 4: Creating a Whole System Strategic Plan.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 5: SOAR into your Potential with Purpose” tab_id=”1704324718655-4914cc2d-10b7″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324766735{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Learn how to use SOAR at the level of self to develop effective leadership skills for your strategic leadership development plan.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324816847{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn how to identify your values\, vision\, and mission with purpose.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324831579{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIdentify your current strengths as a leader and what weakness you might wish to explore to turn it into an opportunity to cultivate a strength.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324847054{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExplore opportunities for leadership growth and development.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324859489{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDetermine your leadership aspirations: what type of leader are you and want to further develop into?\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324880159{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nHow to establish specific\, measurable results you want to achieve in your leadership development.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324896936{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFormulate your leadership strategies\, plans\, and future learning resources.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407163712{margin-top: 25px !important;}”] \nADDITIONAL WORKSHOP INFORMATION:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407196049{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIRED BOOK\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The SOAR workshops utilize the book\, Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategy that Inspires Innovation and Engagement by Jacqueline Stavros and Gina Hinrichs.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704748774168{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]You will need to purchase this book prior to the start of this course. This book is available in electronic or paperback versions. Please select the version that is in alignment with your learning style and preference.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407507453{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Buy SOAR Book” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2F1737486105%2F%3Ftag%3Dpositiveint0e-20|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1704407582610{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415352653{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nMETHOD OF DELIVERY:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This program will be delivered using Zoom and will be using various Zoom features\, including the Zoom annotation tool. To maximize your learning experience and engagement\, please participate in this course on your computer (desktop or laptop). You will receive a Zoom meeting link in a separate email two weeks prior to the event.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407653082{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLETTER OF COMPLETION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To obtain a letter of completion each participant must actively participate and complete the workshop. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned and will be presented to participants after the training.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704327034803{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWORKSHOP OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697476338752{margin-top: 15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWANT TO TRAIN A TEAM OR GROUP?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This workshop can be delivered for groups and organizations who wish to train a large number of individuals on the SOAR framework to support their strategic and planning efforts. Please complete the CONTACT US form to receive more information about hosting a private course for your group.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”60″ accent_color=”#4c7539″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/learning-to-soar-creating-strategies-strategic-plans-that-invite-innovation-and-engagement-apr18-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:SOAR ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Learning-to-SOAR-Strategic-Plan_The-Center-for-Appreciative-Inquiry-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20240105T013306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T010109Z UID:41467-1712826000-1712923200@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategies & Strategic Plans That Invite Innovation and Engagement DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nDEVELOP STRATEGY & ENGAGEMENT USING SOAR FRAMEWORK\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319214850{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]This workshop provides participants with a foundational understanding of the powerful SOAR framework—Strengths\, Opportunities\, Aspirations\, and Results—designed to enhance strategic thinking\, strategizing\, planning\, and leading. Attendees will learn to recognize and harness their organization’s internal strengths\, identify external opportunities\, clarify their aspirations\, and define specific results they aspire to achieve.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319248199{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Through interactive discussions and practical examples\, this workshop equips participants with the tools and mindset to adopt a proactive\, appreciative\, and positive approach to strategy development\, fostering innovation\, and driving sustainable growth within their organizations. Whether applied to business\, personal development\, or team dynamics\, this workshop serves as a gateway to unleashing the full potential of the SOAR framework.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704748710322{margin-top: -25px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319305342{margin-top: 20px !important;}”]Utilize SOAR’s positive framework to enhance your ability to strategize\, lead\, and plan effectively. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319399313{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nSOAR WORKSHOP DATES & TIMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704419179194{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]There are two workshops available for you to maximize your SOAR learning\, planning\, and application: Learning to SOAR and SOAR Design. Below are the dates and times for both workshops. Please note: Learning to SOAR is a pre-requisite for the SOAR Design Workshop.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704319831187{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]\n LEARNING TO SOAR Workshop April 11-12\, 2024 9am-12pm Pacific / 12pm-3pm Eastern SOAR DESIGN Workshop May 9\, 2024 9am-12pm Pacific / 12pm-3pm Eastern Pre-requisite: None Pre-requisite: Learning to SOAR \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321250771{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nLEARNING TO SOAR WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704392611079{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]SOAR\, a positive approach to strategic thinking\, planning\, leading\, conversations\, and operating allows anyone at any level in an organization to create strategy and strategic plans.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321968629{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]The operating system of SOAR is Appreciative Inquiry\, which is one of the most effective and widely used approaches for strategic change. You will learn how to engage your teams in strategic conversations using SOAR to:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321715995{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIncrease engagement\, productivity\, commitment\, and effectiveness at multiple levels in your organization.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321743207{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDevelop strategies by providing a flexible approach that emphasizes strengths and opportunities\, aligning them with aspirations and results.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321768809{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCreate strategic plans with values\, vision\, mission\, purpose\, and goals.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321792169{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nPromote positive and forward-thinking\, appreciative mindset.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nDevelop your personal strategic leadership development strategy plan.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704321958597{margin-top: -15px !important;}”]SOAR is a valuable framework and approach for organizations looking to take a proactive and positive approach to strategic development\, focusing on leveraging their existing strengths and external opportunities to achieve their aspirations and desired results.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1697243250799{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-quote-left” color=”custom” size=”xl” align=”right” custom_color=”#4c7539″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]SOAR is a whole systems approach to strategic planning and invited inclusiveness and psychological safe space for us to learn. Jackie shared how her human operating system is Appreciative Inquiry (AI). I was able to galvanize leadership\, engage all\, and strengthen collaboration.\n– Goren B. Dillard\, MSOD\, CASE\, Urban League[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323638103{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nLEARNING TO SOAR WORKSHOP CONTENT:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323219662{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategies & Strategic Plans that Invite Innovation and Engagement consists of five (5) modules that will provide key insights\, learnings\, and tools that you can apply in your strategic leadership. Click the title of each module below to display its purpose and learning objectives.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h6″ style=”flat” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”7″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1697067970523{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 1: Strategic Thinking” tab_id=”1697067625042-111f3489-80f1″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323324630{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Introduce the value of cultivating strategic thinking skills from an appreciative mindset.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323363920{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the importance of strategic thinking as cognitive process and mindset.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323391976{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn language of strategy and strategic planning.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323416684{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShare the history of positive organization science/scholarship (POS).\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323443596{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntroduce Appreciative Inquiry (AI) as the operating system of SOAR.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 2: Learn SOAR” tab_id=”1704323732523-bd95c63e-5acf”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323788614{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Introduce SOAR framework and approach\, its purpose\, and how it can be applied in different contexts from strategy to strategic planning and leadership development.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323861277{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn the essence and flexibility of SOAR.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323875040{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the efficacy of the SOAR elements.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323890455{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShow how SOAR builds upon SWOT.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323907624{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase 1: Strategic Conversation: Revitalization Strategy.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324177247{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntroduce 3 Key Strategic Factors of SOAR.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 3: Strategic Applications of SOAR” tab_id=”1704323977369-a5c629e5-dd43″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324019680{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Learn how to apply SOAR at various levels in an organization.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324044982{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn how to apply SOAR in:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324080368{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nevery day strategic conversations.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324096074{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\ncoaching and mentoring others.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324117382{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\ncreating strategies (Quick SOAR)\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324145506{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase 2: SOAR: Creating a Strategy at Division Level.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324166141{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase 3: SOAR: Strategic Coaching Approach to High-Performing Culture.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 4: Strategic Planning – SOAR with the Appreciative Inquiry 5-D Cycle” tab_id=”1704324230838-53b7d064-db50″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324613944{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Learn how to use SOAR for system-wide strategic planning or change with the Appreciative Inquiry (AI) 5-D/5-I Cycle.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324654295{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn how to involve stakeholder representation on your strategic planning team.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324669607{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShare the evolution of SOAR with the AI 5-D/5-I Cycle.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324687309{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCase 4: Creating a Whole System Strategic Plan.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MODULE 5: SOAR into your Potential with Purpose” tab_id=”1704324718655-4914cc2d-10b7″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323298892{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PURPOSE:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324766735{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Learn how to use SOAR at the level of self to develop effective leadership skills for your strategic leadership development plan.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704323664678{margin-top: -10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]LEARNING OBJECTIVES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324816847{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nLearn how to identify your values\, vision\, and mission with purpose.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324831579{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIdentify your current strengths as a leader and what weakness you might wish to explore to turn it into an opportunity to cultivate a strength.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324847054{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExplore opportunities for leadership growth and development.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324859489{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDetermine your leadership aspirations: what type of leader are you and want to further develop into?\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324880159{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nHow to establish specific\, measurable results you want to achieve in your leadership development.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704324896936{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFormulate your leadership strategies\, plans\, and future learning resources.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407163712{margin-top: 25px !important;}”] \nADDITIONAL WORKSHOP INFORMATION:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407196049{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nREQUIRED BOOK\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The SOAR workshops utilize the book\, Learning to SOAR: Creating Strategy that Inspires Innovation and Engagement by Jacqueline Stavros and Gina Hinrichs.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704748774168{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]You will need to purchase this book prior to the start of this course. This book is available in electronic or paperback versions. Please select the version that is in alignment with your learning style and preference.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407507453{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Buy SOAR Book” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2F1737486105%2F%3Ftag%3Dpositiveint0e-20|target:_blank” css=”.vc_custom_1704407582610{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704415352653{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nMETHOD OF DELIVERY:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This program will be delivered using Zoom and will be using various Zoom features\, including the Zoom annotation tool. To maximize your learning experience and engagement\, please participate in this course on your computer (desktop or laptop). You will receive a Zoom meeting link in a separate email two weeks prior to the event.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704407653082{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLETTER OF COMPLETION\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To obtain a letter of completion each participant must actively participate and complete the workshop. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned and will be presented to participants after the training.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704327034803{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWORKSHOP OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697476338752{margin-top: 15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWANT TO TRAIN A TEAM OR GROUP?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This workshop can be delivered for groups and organizations who wish to train a large number of individuals on the SOAR framework to support their strategic and planning efforts. Please complete the CONTACT US form to receive more information about hosting a private course for your group.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”60″ accent_color=”#4c7539″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/learning-to-soar-creating-strategies-strategic-plans-that-invite-innovation-and-engagement-apr2024/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:SOAR ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Learning-to-SOAR-Strategic-Plan_The-Center-for-Appreciative-Inquiry-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240408T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240418T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20230621T143050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T030550Z UID:39399-1712566800-1713438000@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Virtual Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT) DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Course Schedule” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]The virtual AIFT is an Appreciative Inquiry training program is an intensive program spanning over the course of 2 weeks including synchronous and asynchronous portions as well as an orientation. \nThe SYNCHRONOUS portion (‘real time’ learning with your vAIFT trainers). Below are the hours for live interaction and collaboration with your vAIFT trainers and cohorts: \n\n WEEK 1: MONDAYApril 8\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) TUESDAYApril 9\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) WEDNESDAYApril 10\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) THURSDAYApril 11\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) WEEK 2: MONDAYApril 15\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) TUESDAYApril 16\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) WEDNESDAYApril 17\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) THURSDAYApril 18\, 20249:00am-11:00am (PDT) \n\n\n*Please note: all times listed above are Pacific Standard Time (PST) \nThe ASYNCHRONOUS portion of your training begins: \n\nMonday\, April 8\, 2024 with introductory activities and runs throughout the 2 weeks of synchronous learning. You will receive login information to the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s (CAI) online learning platform closer to the vAIFT start date.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”vAIFT Orientation:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]To ensure that all participants are off to a strong start\, your vAIFT trainers will host a live orientation session via Zoom on Monday\, April 1st at 9:00am Pacific Time. Orientation allows you to connect with your trainers\, engage with participants\, become familiar with LearnDash (our online learning platform)\, and ask questions about pre-workshop reading and activities prior to your first vAIFT session in Zoom on Monday\, April 8\, 2024.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Virtual AIFT Program Overview” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]This Appreciative Inquiry training program is a blended learning experience. Portions of the course will be delivered synchronously (in real-time through services like Zoom) and asynchronously (you read and participate in activities and exercises at a time/pace/place that works best for you to be ready for the synchronous session). The combination of synchronous and asynchronous work will equate to 26 training hours. Participants will need to complete the program in its entirety to be eligible to earn their AI Facilitator Certification\, this includes participating in all synchronous sessions. \nPlease note: the synchronous portions of the vAIFT are highly experiential and will not be recorded. The vAIFT Trainers will be utilizing breakout rooms to develop community and trust amongst participants\, conduct paired interviews\, and engage in small group discussions and reflections.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The  virtual Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT) © is a two-week online certification program (see specific schedule below) that engages participants to learn about the foundations and principles of Appreciative Inquiry as well as provide the skills necessary to facilitate appreciative inquiry sessions in all human systems (large or small). This course teaches the basics of Appreciative Inquiry (e.g. principles\, 5-Ds\, supporting theory and research\, etc.) but delves deeper by providing experiential exercises that teach participants how to define the topic of inquiry\, practice positive framing\, work with core teams\, design and field test an interview protocol\, and more… \nThis Appreciative Inquiry foundations course includes mini-lectures\, and experiential learning (individual\, pairs\, trios\, small group\, and large group) as well as auditory and visual materials to enhance the learning experience.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Training is designed for:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Leaders in businesses and corporations\, community development\, educational organizations\, governmental organizations\, and nonprofit organizations–in short\, anyone who wants to learn how to facilitate Appreciative Inquiry.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”vAIFT Training Segments:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]AIFT is divided into 4 ‘segments’. Each segment consists of modules containing exercises\, readings\, and discussions. \nSEGMENT I – EXPERIENCING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY \nLearn basic processes and experience AI by participating in a facilitated Appreciative Inquiry led by the Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training Trainers \nSEGMENT II – UNDERSTANDING THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY \nActively learn about the concepts\, principles\, theories and research. \nSEGMENT III – PLANNING AND DESIGNING AN APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY SESSION \nPlan and practice how you will begin helping your organization\, group\, or community build upon their strengths. \nSEGMENT IV – PRACTICING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY APPLICATIONS \n\nPractice exercises you can take home to use Appreciative Inquiry in your personal and professional life.\nPractice choosing the best language\, words for facilitating Appreciative Inquiry within a particular culture.\nBegin developing your plan to become a certified Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator by completing a Practicum/Supervised Experience.\n\nWe will start our synchronous sessions on time and work diligently to maintain the vAIFT schedule\, honoring our commitment to the learning experience. We have found full participation to be the most productive for the participants and the trainers.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Key Learning Outcomes” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]As a fully engaged participant in the Virtual Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT©)\, you will leave the workshop better able to: \n\nCreate/enhance your personal way of being and doing in order to use an appreciative approach; focus on what’s right in your world\, so that you can deeply inquire into what’s right and why\, and then find ways of intentionally creating more of what’s right in your world.\nFacilitate individuals\, groups\, organizations\, and communities to create collective ways of being and doing using an appreciative approach; that will help them focus on what’s right so that they can deeply inquire into what’s right and why\, and then find ways of intentionally working with them to both create more of what’s right and envision innovation and new ways of being and doing.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Letter of Completion” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]To obtain a letter of completion (and to be eligible for consideration for AI Facilitator Certification) each participant must complete 26 training hours. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Each of our certification courses require a written practicum (‘narrative’) of your work. The learning management system will be accessible to you to review materials for a full year after the vAIFT. The purpose of your practicum is to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the principles of Appreciative Inquiry\, its various applications\, what you learned\, etc. Participants will submit their practicum for review by our Practicum Review Committee which consists of 2-4 seasoned Ai practitioners. It is standard practice for the panel to engage participants in a conversation (conducted virtually) about their practicum. Typically\, they will respond with questions to deepen their and the participant’s mutual understanding of\, and learning about\, AI. The practicum review is therefore a dialogical and interactive process. \nParticipants have up to one year from the date of their training to submit their practicum for review. During this time\, your trainers make themselves available to you for mentoring and support (at no additional cost) as you work through your first inquiry. Your mentoring/support can be done via telephone\, skype\, zoom\, etc. You and your trainers can arrange a time and platform in which to conduct these sessions. Learn more about our Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification requirements here. \nOnce certified\, your Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification lasts for 2 years. AI Certification with the Center for Appreciative Inquiry includes: \n\nAppreciative Inquiry Certification document that will be emailed to you for your records;\nCenter for Appreciative Inquiry Certification logo that you are welcome to embed on your website or include in your email signature;\nListing on our Appreciative Inquiry Directory. Your Ai Directory listing is an editable profile page that includes your photo and professional biography that highlights your specialties\, articles\, videos and testimonials. Directory profiles are easy to create and update and will make you locatable by our worldwide audience. All Directory profiles will remain visible on our website for the duration of your certification. Our Appreciative Inquiry certification is good for 2 years; after which you may renew your Ai certification. You can learn more about the benefits of our AI Directory here.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Additional Training Information” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_custom_heading text=”Online Learning Platform” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Participants will receive login information to the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s (CAI) online learning platform closer to the training date. We will open the online platform to participants prior to the start of the training. This allows participants time to navigate the software and become acquainted with the various features and tools it offers\, introduce themselves to their trainers and other vAIFT participants\, and access all pre-workshop reading and materials.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Refund Policy” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]All fees are due upon registration for this Appreciative Inquiry training program.  Your full participation is very important to us and we know that from time to time\, your plans to attend one of our workshops or programs may change.  Our refund policy reflects our interest in your continued growth and learning journey as well as our planning needs and expenses incurred based on your enrollment. For more information about our Refund Policy\, please click here.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Privacy Policy” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Company of Experts.net does not sell nor share information gathered at its Web Site to any third party outside of the provider network to which it belongs. By using this Site\, or by joining our e-mail distribution list\, you are not identifying nor disclosing your affiliation with us\, our partners\, or anyone. For more information about our Privacy Policy\, click here.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Terms and Conditions” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS WEBSITE. All users of this site agree that access to and use of this site are subject to the following terms and conditions and other applicable law. If you do not agree to these terms and conditions\, please do not use this site. To read the complete list of Company of Experts’ terms and conditions\, please click here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/virtual-appreciative-inquiry-facilitator-training-vaift-april_2024/ CATEGORIES:Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/vAIFT-Zoom.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20340102 DTSTAMP:20260403T140833 CREATED:20230302T014800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T213858Z UID:38566-1704067200-2019772799@centerforappreciativeinquiry.net SUMMARY:Introduction to Appreciative Inquiry: Foundations & Applications DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1742428589270{margin-top: -10px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742431777215{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nDISCOVER THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742428517193{margin-top: 5px !important;}”]Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a collaborative\, strengths-based approach that focuses on identifying and amplifying “what’s working” to drive meaningful transformation. This self-paced\, asynchronous program invites you to delve into AI’s foundational theories\, principles\, and the 5-D process through experiential exercises designed to foster discovery\, reflection\, and implementation. By embracing the AI methodology\, you can cultivate stronger relationships\, promote meaningful engagement\, and inspire positive change in various aspects of your life.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742428805979{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWHY APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY WORKS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742428847702{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]The AI 5-D Cycle is a proven framework for unlocking potential\, fostering positive change by leveraging strengths\, engaging diverse perspectives\, and inspiring action. It provides a structured yet flexible process that supports individuals and organizations in identifying opportunities\, envisioning possibilities\, and designing pathways toward sustainable success. The AI 5-D Cycle builds on what is working well to generate meaningful and lasting impact across personal growth\, team dynamics\, leadership development\, and organizational transformation.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742428936317{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWHAT THIS COURSE OFFERS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742429951679{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]This course equips you with essential tools and insights to apply Appreciative Inquiry effectively across various contexts.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742429186043{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDeepen Your Understanding of AI Principles. Gain a deep understanding of the original and emergent principles of Appreciative Inquiry and how they shape the way we think\, interact\, and lead. Apply these principles to strengthen leadership\, reframe challenges\, and inspire meaningful engagement.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742429405192{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExplore the Research & Theories Supporting AI. Delve into the scientific research\, theories\, and psychological principles that support strengths-based approaches to change. Learn how neural pathways influence behavior\, apply the PERMA model to enhance well-being\, and recognize how social interactions shape knowledge and reality.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742429537585{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nHarness the Power of the AI 5-D Cycle. Experience each phase of the AI 5-D Cycle – Define\, Discover\, Dream\, Design\, and Destiny – and learn how this structured approach fosters collaboration\, sparks innovation\, and drives meaningful change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742436702983{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nStrengthen Communication & Mindset. Recognize the power of storytelling and appreciative questioning to shift paradigms and foster productive\, engaging conversations. Develop a strengths-based mindset that amplifies positive emotions\, reframes challenges\, and opens doors to new possibilities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742430085875{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nYOUR AI LEARNING JOURNEY: EXPLORE\, LEARN\, & APPLY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742431121120{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]This comprehensive AI foundations course consists of five engaging modules\, each designed to build your knowledge and application of AI. Each lesson offers hands-on exercises\, real-world applications\, actionable strategies\, and reflection prompts to deepen your understanding and application of AI in a meaningful way.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”p” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”8″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1742433887041{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”Module 1: FOUNDATIONS OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1742433744031-55c9cea5-11d0″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742840604422{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Module 1: FOUNDATIONS OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\nAt its core\, Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a transformational approach to change that invites us to explore strengths\, successes\, and possibilities through generative questions. This module introduces AI as a dynamic framework that fosters meaningful dialogue\, shifts perspectives\, and amplifies what works.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742840358345{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]You will examine the power of storytelling\, compare two approaches to human learning and change\, and trace AI’s evolution as it continues to shape personal\, organizational\, and community transformation.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742841244334{margin-top: 10px !important;}”]Number of Lessons: 4\nEstimated Time to Complete: 5-7 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 2: SUPPORTING RESEARCH & THEORIES OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1742433744061-1d929c13-ff46″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742841202637{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Module 2: SUPPORTING RESEARCH & THEORIES OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\nWhat makes strength-based approaches like Appreciative Inquiry so powerful? This module explores the research\, theories\, and disciplines that reinforce AI’s effectiveness in shaping learning\, behavior\, and belief systems. You will examine how AI influences the way we think\, act\, and relate to others\, drawing on insights from neuroscience\, psychology\, and positive organizational scholarship. \nBy engaging with key concepts like neural pathways\, positive emotions\, and expectancy theory\, you will uncover why AI fuels innovation\, well-being\, and sustainable change. \nNumber of Lessons: 6\nEstimated Time to Complete: 10-12 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 3: PRINCIPLES OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1742434052353-f1fcfcf3-c66c”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742841425903{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Module 3: PRINCIPLES OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\nAppreciative Inquiry is built on a foundation of guiding principles that shape the way we engage\, inquire\, and create change. In this module\, you will explore both the original and emergent AI principles\, understanding their role in fostering curiosity\, inclusion\, and generative conversations. \nThrough experiential activities and reflective dialogue\, you will deepen your awareness of how these principles shape your way of being\, thinking\, and doing — both personally and professionally. \nNumber of Lessons: 10\nEstimated Time to Complete: 18-20 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 4: APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY 5-D CYCLE” tab_id=”1742434610071-a444bb72-7d39″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742843410344{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Module 4: APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY 5-D CYCLE\nThe Appreciative Inquiry 5-D Cycle — Define\, Discover\, Dream\, Design\, and Destiny — provides a structured yet flexible framework for creating meaningful change. In this module\, you will experience the full AI cycle firsthand\, applying each phase to a personal Appreciative Visioning Plan. \nThrough interactive exercises and reflection\, you will gain practical skills in crafting compelling questions\, conducting appreciative interviews\, envisioning possibilities\, and designing action plans that inspire and sustain positive momentum. \nNumber of Lessons: 5\nEstimated Time to Complete: 6-8 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 5: APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY IN ACTION” tab_id=”1742434652825-cf07ba74-b9f6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742841627585{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Module 5: APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY IN ACTION\nChallenges and opportunities come in all shapes and sizes. Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a dynamic and adaptable approach that has sparked the development of innovative programs\, frameworks\, and workshops worldwide. This module highlights AI’s versatility and scalability by exploring its impact across leadership\, team development\, community engagement\, and personal growth. \nYou will examine real-world applications\, engage with methodologies like SOAR\, Appreciative Living\, and Conversations Worth Having\, and analyze case studies that illustrate AI’s ability to create meaningful and sustainable change. \nNumber of Lessons: 6\nEstimated Time to Complete: 5-7 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492971593{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLEARNING OUTCOMES\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492020411{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By the end of this course\, you will be able to:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492056584{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nRecognize the power of storytelling and its ability to shape perspectives\, reframe challenges\, and foster engagement.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492094745{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the difference between the AI Process (doing) and Principles of AI (being) and how they influence leadership\, collaboration\, and organizational change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492122682{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nApply the AI 5-D Cycle to develop strengths-based strategies that foster innovation\, collaboration\, and meaningful transformation.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492163300{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFacilitate strengths-based conversations that inspire engagement\, innovation\, and positive change in teams\, organizations\, and communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492197617{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nStrengthen leadership skills by integrating appreciative\, future-focused visioning into decision-making and strategic planning.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492224916{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nReframe challenges into opportunities by applying AI principles to problem-solving\, team dynamics\, and organizational growth.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492256478{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntegrate AI methodologies into daily practices to build a culture of strengths\, resilience\, and sustainable impact.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492979951{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPRE-REQUISITES\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492283824{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]There are no pre-requisites to participate in this Appreciative Inquiry foundations course.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492986529{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nDESIGNED FOR\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492890446{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Anyone who wants to make positive and lasting change within themselves\, their teams\, organizations\, and communities.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492480544{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492556999{margin-top: 5px !important;}”]DELIVERY FORMAT\nThe Introduction to Appreciative Inquiry: Foundations and Applications is a self-directed course with no required live or virtual sessions. Enjoy the flexibility to access materials\, complete activities\, and apply AI techniques whenever and wherever it works best for you.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742493171321{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Designed for diverse learning styles\, this course incorporates text\, graphics\, videos\, and downloadable activities. All materials are available online through LearnDash\, the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s learning management system. To support your learning experience\, we have created a series of instructional videos designed to help you navigate LearnDash and maximize its features. The link to this playlist will be included in your registration confirmation email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492716476{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]COURSE ACCESS\nGain immediate access to the Introduction to Appreciative Inquiry: Foundations and Applications course upon registration. Course access remains available for one (1) year from the date of registration. During this time\, participants are encouraged to log into LearnDash to download and save all materials\, activities\, and resources for future reference.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492805998{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION\nCertificates of Completion are available to all participants. To obtain a letter\, participants must complete the training and submit course feedback. Certificates of Completion include the participant’s name\, the name of the completed course\, and the number of training hours offered by the course. The Introduction to Appreciative Inquiry: Foundations and Applications self-directed course offers 55 training hours.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492829351{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nHAVE QUESTIONS?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1769204994713{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_id=”have-questions”]Do you have questions\, need assistance with registration\, want to inquire about group rates\, or request a private training session for your team or organization? 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