Tool 65
Proverbial problem solving
What the tool is
Small groups are given a number of proverbs and must use them to stimulate thinking about issues within their team or organisation.
When to use it
- When a team is struggling to find insight into organisational issues using more conventional methods.
What you will need
- A printed list of proverbs – one copy per participant. You can find comprehensive lists on many websites. Select around 10 that are relatively easy to understand.
How to use it
- Compile and print a list of proverbs. You might like to include, for example:
- ‘Too many cooks spoil the broth.’
- ‘A little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing.’
- ‘Better safe than sorry.’
- ‘A rolling stone gathers no moss.’
- Distribute the list ...
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