In Practice: A Kickoff Workshop Gem
Frowin Fajtak, an experienced facilitator and the senior quality manager for an IT business, shares his story about a successful liftoff. He describes how establishing a common sense of purpose contributed to team commitment and product success. By implementing this best practice, the liftoff prepared team members for the work to come. He also highlights the involvement of executive sponsors in making the liftoff a success.
Welcome the Participants
“Welcome to our department headquarters! Welcome to our workshop!”
With these words, product sponsor Bernhard welcomed the fourteen members of his new team, whom he chose during the three weeks prior to the event.
“The two days that we are going to spend together ...
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