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 Duration 7 hours

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Introduction to Design Thinking for Internal Stakeholders

  • Review of core principles and phases of Design Thinking
  • Concentrating on Empathize and Define within an internal client setting
  • How this methodology enhances cooperation and operational effectiveness

Phase 1: Empathize (Primary Focus)

  • Active listening and empathetic communication strategies
  • Empathy activities: experiencing the perspective of internal clients
  • Role-plays: simulating discussions with internal stakeholders
  • Collaborative task: linking friction points to genuine needs using empathy maps

Phase 2: Define (Applied to Genuine Needs)

  • From friction points to requirements: converting insights into action
  • Group workshop: redefining issues from the client’s standpoint
  • Creating clear, executable problem statements (POVs)

Managing Resistance and Building Relationships

  • Identifying and addressing resistance from internal clients
  • Simulation: navigating resistance scenarios with empathy and precision
  • Tactics to foster collaboration and acceptance of new solutions

Practical Implementation and Group Workshop

  • Co-creation activity: redesigning a workflow based on identified needs
  • Collaborative formulation of improvement potential
  • Full-group feedback session: sharing insights and pledging commitments

Conclusion and Future Actions

  • Individual and team pledges to integrate empathy into daily operations
  • Strategies for sustaining client-centric dialogue and follow-up

Requirements

  • A foundational grasp of teamwork and professional communication
  • An openness to engage in practical and cooperative tasks

Target Audience

  • Service and operational teams
  • Team leaders and management
  • Professionals interacting with internal clients (including procurement, IT, HR, and facilities)

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