“I found this systemic approach invaluable. Nicola supported me in my wish to hand over the organisation to new leadership with as little disruption as possible.”    Lisa Garson | Founder, Action Volunteers Africa

Have you ever used a coffee cup, a spoon and a saucer to explain something to a friend? You have simulated the system to make it simpler. We can use this approach to help individuals and teams understand the dynamics that prevent them from moving forward. It can also be used to test out options in a safe and controlled environment, before trying it in reality. Known as Organisational or Systemic Constellations, it is breakthrough method and highly valuable for organisations navigating sustainability transition. Here’s an overview of the process by John Whittington of Henley Business School.

Constellations draw on our innate ability to sense dynamics between things. They can be used to explore issues of leadership, strategy, structure and change, making tricky situations explicit and revealing options for moving forward. When working with organisational teams, we focus on roles and functions; when working with individuals, the session may include personal, family and ancestral relationships. Nicola uses them all the time in training and facilitation, but we can set up a specific constellation to address a particular problem or challenge. Find out more from Nicola.