Collaboration

Design Career Pathing Workshop

This workshop uses proven design methods to accelerate problem-solving. Teams quickly progress from defining problems to testing solutions. Expect a fast pace using structured design thinking.

Facilitation Script
Duration
4 days
Group Size
6-12
Category
Collaboration
Format
In-person

  • Apply rapid design to complex challenges.

  • Generate and test multiple solutions quickly.

  • Learn user-centered design thinking.

  • Develop rapid prototyping and validation skills.

  • Create actionable roadmaps. Sometimes, user validation can be trickier than expected. Be prepared to iterate.


  • Defined career path.

  • Skills gap analysis and growth plan.

  • Actionable professional development goals.

9:00am-9:15am
BREAK 15 min
Introductions
9:15am-9:30am
BREAK 15 min
Icebreaker
9:30am-10:00am
Team Building 30 min
Designer Top Trumps

Team bonding through playful self-expression using custom trading cards. Participants create personal cards highlighting...

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10:00am-10:30am
Team Collaboration 30 min
Skills Gap Analysis

Identify what your team can't do before projects reveal gaps painfully. Skills gap analysis maps required capabilities a...

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10:30am-11:00am
Innovation 30 min
The Perfect Future

The Perfect Future is a structured exercise designed to help teams break free from incremental thinking and envision tra...

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11:00am-11:15am
BREAK 15 min
Morning Coffee Break
11:15am-11:45am
Team Collaboration 30 min
Career Development Mapping

Map career paths before people leave for clearer opportunities elsewhere. Career development mapping helps individuals a...

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11:45am-12:15pm
Atlassian 30 min
Atlassian - OKRs & Key Results

Set ambitious goals with measurable results that align your team and organization. OKRs help teams focus on what matters...

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12:15pm-12:45pm
IDEO 30 min
IDEO - Create A Roadmap

Strategic planning method to create a visual timeline and plan for implementing your solution over time.Part of LUMA col...

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12:45pm-1:00pm
BREAK 15 min
Next Steps/Daily Checkout

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For Facilitators

  • Review participant profiles and expectations
  • Prepare all materials and supplies
  • Test technology and room setup

For Participants

  • Complete pre-session survey
  • Review background materials
  • Prepare examples or case studies

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These exercises can enhance the workshop or be used as alternatives depending on your team's needs and available time.

Nine Whys
20 min

  • Large format paper (A1 or flip chart paper).

  • Sticky notes (multiple colors).

  • Sharpie markers (black, blue, red).

  • Fine-tip markers.

  • Pens and pencils.

  • Dot stickers.

  • Masking tape.

  • Timer or stopwatch.

  • Workshop templates and worksheets.

  • Industry examples and case studies.

  • Laptops/tablets.

  • WiFi access.

  • Digital camera.

  • Projector/screen.

  • Power strips.

  • Printed backup materials.

  • Large wall space.

  • Moveable tables.

  • Comfortable seating.

  • Adequate lighting.

  • Quiet environment.

  • Temperature control.

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  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)
  • Participant Workbook Template
  • Presentation Slides
  • Printable Materials

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