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 Duration 7 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to Design Thinking for Internal Clients

  • Review of core Design Thinking principles and stages
  • Emphasis on Empathize and Define within the internal client context
  • Exploring how this methodology enhances collaboration and operational efficiency

Stage 1: Empathize (Primary Focus)

  • Techniques for active listening and empathetic communication
  • Exercises to cultivate empathy by viewing issues from the internal client's perspective
  • Role plays simulating interactions with internal clients
  • Collaborative activities using empathy maps to link pain points to genuine needs

Stage 2: Define (Translating to Real Needs)

  • Bridging pain points and needs: turning insights into action
  • Group workshop on reframing problems from the client's viewpoint
  • Creating clear, actionable problem statements (POVs)

Managing Resistance and Building Relationships

  • Identifying and addressing resistance from internal clients
  • Simulations for managing resistant scenarios with empathy and clarity
  • Strategies to foster collaboration and acceptance of new solutions

Practical Application and Group Workshop

  • Co-creation exercise: redesigning processes based on identified needs
  • Collaborative development of improvement opportunities
  • Full-group feedback session to present insights and set commitments

Conclusion and Next Steps

  • Individual and team commitments to integrate empathy into daily workflows
  • Tactics for sustaining client-centered dialogue and follow-up

Requirements

  • Familiarity with teamwork dynamics and workplace communication
  • Openness to engaging in practical and collaborative activities

Target Audience

  • Service and operations teams
  • Team leaders and managers
  • Internal client-facing professionals (including procurement, IT, HR, and facilities)

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