Optimising Team Performance: The Art of the 4L Retrospective Technique

In our business coaching practice, we utilise two distinct tools that, while less common in general business contexts, are staples in agile software development: retrospectives and premortems. When applied through business coaching, these methodologies offer unique insights and forward-thinking strategies, adapting agile principles to enhance overall business performance and decision-making processes.

This concept may be entirely new to you, or perhaps you’ve previously attempted retrospectives but without success. Are your company’s retrospectives falling short of producing actionable results? I observe a common issue: teams dedicate excessive time to past events without a clear, structured plan for future actions. This lack of focus can hinder the effectiveness of retrospectives in driving meaningful change. The session is just a huge moanfest ensuring everyone feels negative.

If this sounds a little too familiar, it’s time to try the 4L method.

Read on to learn how it works.

E284 | Unveiling The Latest Economic Trends and What Makes A Hidden Champion with Hermann Simon

This week on The Melting Pot, we welcomed back a special guest. We’re diving into today’s international economic landscape and the critical debates surrounding Germany’s own industrial landscape with none other than the renowned pricing expert and consultant Hermann Simon.

As ever, Simon leaves us with an extremely insightful episode where he explores the provocative argument for Germany’s deindustrialisation, the challenges and strategies for managing automation, and the intriguing concept of hidden champions—those mid-sized market leaders in niche sectors that silently dominate the global stage. He examines Germany’s rich history of entrepreneurial internationalisation and technological innovation (both fundamental pillars in the DNA of German entrepreneurs), as Hermann shares insights on everything from the inner workings of seed-sorting machines to autonomous driving achievements.

Gear up for a thought-provoking journey through the economic, technological, and social realities that shape our world.

Download and listen to learn more.

On today’s podcast:?

• Inflation and its effect on pricing strategy
• Germany vs UK’s economy
• Why Are Hidden Champions ‘Hidden’
• The DNA of German entrepreneurs
• Deindustrialisation in Germany

Listen here.

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