Category: Blog
Because we can learn a lot from others that have boldly gone (excuse the split infinitive) where other facilitators fear to tread, it is time for the next episode in the series. Learning how NOT to do something, is as important as learning to do it correctly. In the spirit of trying to be the […]
Read moreAaron[1] in Grade 7 increased his marks for History and Geography from 10% to 70% in one term using pictures to learn. Impossible, you say? Nope. Here’s his story. At the end of term 1 with a History and Geography mark of 10% Aaron’s mom, Theresa[2], was very worried. The school called her in to […]
Read moreWe are all fascinated by success. It takes dedication to achieve the highest level in your field. It takes years of practice and honing your skill. It’s something to revere. But… what fascinates me even more is getting it completely wrong. The people who are the worst at things – now that’s really interesting. I […]
Read moreMy 9-year old son knows everything. At least, he thinks he does. Arguably he is an intelligent youngster. But he has an annoying habit of finishing my sentences. Example: I would say “I think we can play some…” and he will finish with “Xbox?” “No,” I would seethe. “Chess. I was going to say chess!” […]
Read moreWhen having discussions on “what we need to bury in order to move forward, the icon of a headstone is valuable. And it is easy to draw. I have used it in discussions on mortality for an insurance company; what in their leadership behaviours is causing employees to disengage; and how to decrease refugee mortality […]
Read moreWhen I started out with graphic recording, I worried about how to plan for recording a session or a talk when you have no idea what to expect. With patience and practise things do get easier – but there are a couple of rules and tips that I’d like to share with you. 1. Start […]
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