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The Power of Difference

Have you ever worked in a team and wondered …

  • Why do they do that?
  • The answer is SO OBVIOUS - why don't they just 'get it'?
  • Why don't they just get on with it?
  • Why can't they do it the 'proper' way?

Welcome to the wonderful world of Metaprograms!


Metaprograms are filters. They enable us to sort and process information and make decisions about the way we perceive things and the actions we take. Naturally this is a very complex process; however, it is possible to identify some of the key filters that we work with on a daily basis, and to assess how they might apply in the work environment.


One special ability human beings have is to be flexible and adapt. As leaders we know that this is a critical skill. Some positions and perspectives will be more useful to adopt in a team environment. Being flexible, and encouraging team members to be flexible, enables everyone to meet the demands of an ever-changing work environment.

 

Details details....

Consider the size of the 'chunk' of information.

Analytical
At one end of the spectrum people focus on the details. They need specific information and want the data.

 

Global
And at the other end people work at the big picture level. They need an overview and high level ideas, and are less concerned with the specifics.


The 'right way' vs. many ways. This is an operational filter. Under pressure (VERY common in the work environment!) people tend to respond in different ways.

Procedural
At one end of the spectrum the focus is on following procedures. It's about using the 'correct' or 'agreed' process, step by step.

 

Options
And at the other end there is flexibility around many possible options. The tendency is to provide a menu of alternatives and juggle lots of balls at once.


 

The Work Relations filter relates to the key focus of team members. It is about priorities (as it is possible to be aware of the entire spectrum); however, our preference is usually towards one or the other. 

Maintenance
At one end of the spectrum the preference is to work with people, to ensure they are working together and are happy.

 

Task
And at the other end the emphasis is on the task and the job to be completed.


 

 

 

 
      

Quality Questions

Self-awareness and Flexibility are the keys. Be curious! Ask yourself these questions:

1.  Where do I feel most comfortable?

2.  How do I respond to people at the other end of the spectrum?

3.  What might they think of me and my behaviour?

4.  How could I adapt my behaviour so that we work more effectively together in a team environment?

Something to Ponder

‘We are what we think. All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts we make the world.’ The Dhammapada

 

BC Learning Solutions Pty Ltd GPO Box 1499 Hobart TAS 7001
03 6243 8991 (phone) 03 6243 8997 (fax)
bron@bclearning.com.au

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