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On Demand: Introduction to Polarity Practice

Unlock the power of Both/And Thinking with our on-demand Polarity Practice introductory eLearning course. Grounded in the Polarity Approach to Continuity And Transformation (PACT) and the 5-Step SMALL Process™, this course helps you leverage chronic problems, mitigate risks, seize opportunities, and build on strengths. Designed for business leaders, coaches, consultants, and anyone eager to navigate life’s ongoing challenges. You'll gain practical skills to apply Polarity Thinking to real-world situations — all at your own pace. Start your transformative journey today.

Why learn about Polarity Practice™ ? 

  • Have you ever faced a challenge where two perspectives, approaches or objectives had value  — and being forced to choose one meant sacrificing the other?
  • What about a time when you struggled to choose between competing priorities, like work or family?  Recruit new talent or build existing talent? Improve core business or innovate?

If these dilemmas resonate with you, you're not alone. These are not problems that can be solved with one right answer — they are Polarities to manage and leverage. Learn how to navigate them immediately and over time and you'll get more upsides and avoid the pitfalls associated with choosing one to the neglect of the other.  

Your development journey to transform chronic challenges into opportunities to do more with Both/And thinking begins today with this On-Demand eLearning course rooted in the groundbreaking work of Barry Johnson and Polarity Partnerships' 5-Step S.M.A.L.L. Process™.

Designed for business leaders, facilitators, coaches, consultants, mediators, and anyone seeking to practice the art of leveraging paradoxes and ongoing tensions, this course empowers you to:

  • Identify and map Polarities in your personal and professional life.
  • Apply the 5-Step S.M.A.L.L. Process to address complex situations.
  • Supplement either/or thinking problem-solving with both/and solutions.
  • Cultivate clarity, resilience, and strategic insights.

Take the course at your own pace, on your own schedule. Whether you're managing conflict in teams, advising clients through tough decisions, or striving for better quality of life, Polarity Practice provides practical tools and timeless wisdom.

Who is this for? 

  • Leadership Development Professionals, Coaches, Consultants, Change Management Professionals, Mediators, Business Executives, Team Leaders, Project Managers, or any Professional Advisor or person wanting to make a positive difference.  

What Does Our On-Demand Program Include?

  • Interactive and challenging eLearning modules that allow you to learn on your schedule and revisit content as needed.
  • Real-life examples and stories to see how the Polarity Approach is applied and sustained at work and home.
  • An introduction to the 5-Step S.M.A.L.L. Process™ a structured and systematic method for managing complexity and interdependence:
    • Seeing: See chronic issues and strategic opportunities more completely
    • Mapping: Identify desired results to achieve and negative consequences to avoid
    • Assessing: Measure key stakeholders' experiences
    • Learning: Reflect on insights to identify strengths, risks, and growth areas
    • Leveraging: Develop strategies that adapt with your changing realities 
  • Guidance on crafting Action Steps and Early Warning Signals to stay on track and avoid derailment.
  • Strategies for engaging key stakeholders to boost the impact and sustainability of your work.
  • Knowledge checks throughout the course to reinforce your learning.
Registration

Course includes 1-year Basic Account on the Polarity Resource Portal and License to use the Polarity Map® and other proprietary content on the Portal in professional contexts (excludes the sharing of eLearning courses).

When signing up for our programs, we ask for specific professional details to better understand your background and needs. This information helps us tailor our offerings to ensure they are relevant and effective for your specific industry.

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