We are approaching our first quarterly pulsing session and want to ensure our leadership team is fully prepared. What steps do we need to take to make this session a success?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

Preparation is the key to a highly productive quarterly pulsing session. Two weeks before the session, assign the Kolbe A Profile as homework to every member of your leadership team. Confirm that everyone has completed the assessment and request printed copies of their reports. This conative assessment is vital for understanding how your team will approach problem-solving and execute their upcoming quarterly Rocks. Direct your team members to watch the Kolbe explanatory video and review the Kolbe implementer guide. They should also listen to the audio review of their individual Kolbe A results to gain a clear understanding of their natural Modus Operandi. On the day of the session, draw the Kolbe framework on the whiteboard, mapping out everyone's scores across Fact Finder, Follow Thru, Quickstart, and Implementor. This visual reference will guide your discussions about team dynamics and resource allocation. Additionally, ensure all scorecard data is up to date and that every leader has reviewed the current V/TO. Your team must arrive with a clear list of potential issues for the IDS portion of the agenda. By doing this prep work, you avoid wasting valuable session time on explanations or data gathering, allowing your team to focus on resolving issues and setting realistic Rocks for the next ninety days.