Visual Thinking, Can it make a difference in Strategy development with Tim Hamons

Thinking with pictures sounds a bit silly, reminds us of kindergarten flash cards as we memorised our letters. And yet, it remains a crucial instrument of complex thought, even a simple diagram can tell you much more than a naked explanation. The very moment of becoming mentally aware is beautifully expressed with a heartfelt, “Ah, I see.” BUT WHAT IF I ASKED HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT VISUAL LISTENING ? HOW IT CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE ? Tim Hamons : FOUNDER: ART OF AWAKENING , CREATIVITY & VISUAL THINKING CONSULTANT checked in to cafe to share his knowledge & experineces on Visual Listening & why it is Important. Visual listening is showing people how you are listening to them by drawing what you’re hearing as you listen. Visual listening is a “pull” strategy. It is similar to judo or aikido. As people are coming at you with their ideas, you are in a receptive mode, showing them that you are receiving them by diagramming what they are saying. Basically, it is about you tracking what you’re paying attention to, with the other person being able to see right away what you are getting from what is being said, as well as what you aren’t noting that may be important to include. If it is a key oversight, the person you are listening to will automatically repeat it to make sure you hear it. Visual listening can be a game changer for an organization to communicate their strategies to their employees. A visual interpretation can be more effective rather a word document or Power point presentation. We often see organization have their vision as a statement but we never see as a visual which can make a great impact. Organisational Leaders can bring lot of cohesiveness through Visual Listening Tim did state that it is a skill which can be developed. Listening is an important element in Visual Listening & it is not doodling. You need to capture the ideas & sketch note it. Be more present when your are developing visual elements. Tim’s one of tip was be your self, just try it out one of your meeting notes as a doodle or sketch. Visual Thinking can be used in various professions like, coaching. To listen to this Episode press that play button & check in to the cafe. You can watch Video Version https://youtu.be/s599a-9P-6U ( recommended as some visual examples available) You can get connected to Tim Hamon via his linkedin & log on to www.art-of-awakening.com