In this special bonus episode of the Every Little Model podcast, we explore the Ladder of Inference—a mental model that reveals how we move from observable data to conclusions and actions, often in the blink of an eye. Developed by Chris Argyris and popularized in Peter Senge's The Fifth Discipline, this framework helps us understand how we jump to conclusions, misread situations, and sometimes make decisions we later regret.

Ever notice that voice in your head that tells you you're not good enough? The one that whispers "who do you think you are?" right when you're about to take a risk? In this episode, we're getting real about the inner critic, drawing on Shirzad Chamine's groundbreaking Positive Intelligence framework, that relentless internal commentary that shows up exactly when you need confidence most. We break down how these voices sabotage us in different situations, why they're so damn convincing, a...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, hosts John and Tricia delve into the concept of 'flipping the script' on our internal thoughts and beliefs. They explore how our underlying beliefs shape our actions and feelings, often affecting our outcomes without us realizing it. Through real-life examples, they demonstrate the power of challenging the belief that 'my thoughts are facts.' This episode is a deep dive into understanding the interconnectedness of thoughts, feeli...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, John and Tricia explore the concept of 'Minding the Gap,' the space between where we are and where we want to be in personal and organizational development. They unpack the importance of measuring progress by looking back at how far we've come, rather than constantly comparing ourselves to future goals. They share insights into the Gap and Gain mindsets, using personal anecdotes and organizational examples to bring this to life. Follow ...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, John and Tricia delve into the Liminal Space Model (by Gisela Wendling) with special guest, Annasley Park. Annasley shares her incredible journey of rowing solo across the Atlantic Ocean in 54 days, and explores the profound changes and transformations she experienced along the way. Annasley emphasizes the importance of awe, adaptability, and inner strength as she transitions from her old self to a new way of being. Tune in for a...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, Tricia and John discuss the journey from comfort to growth, focusing on the challenges and steps involved in personal growth and achieving success. They explore the dangers and traps of our comfort zone, and how to navigate moving from comfort to growth. They explore the 'growth zone model', which includes the comfort, fear, learning, and growth zones, and provide practical insights and examples on how to navigate through these zo...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, hosts Tricia and John kick off a new season focused on the importance of personal growth for thriving in the workplace. In this first episode, they discuss the misconception that personal growth is a luxury or irrelevant to professional success, emphasizing that who you are on the inside directly impacts your external performance. The conversation explores various facets of personal growth and real-life examples. Follow the Ever...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, John and Tricia challenge the conventional notion that productivity is a solo endeavor. They explore the significant role that community plays in enhancing productivity. Discussing various elements like accountability, co-working spaces, and the profound concept of 'communitas,' they underscore how shared goals and mutual support can lead to remarkable achievements. Follow the Every Little Model podvast on LinkedIn for visuals fr...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, hosts John and Tricia delve into the impact of emotions on productivity. They challenge the belief that emotions are detrimental to productivity and should be suppressed in work settings, and they share stories illustrating how emotions, both positive and negative, influence personal and organizational productivity. They also discuss practical strategies for creating emotionally supportive work environments. Follow the Every Little Mo...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, hosts John and Tricia delve into the impact of mindsets on personal productivity. Key topics include the influence of self-labels, the importance of reframing negative thoughts and the role of experience in shaping beliefs. Follow us on LinkedIn for visuals from this episode and all our episodes. Learn more about Carol Dweck's Fixed vs Growth Mindset https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiiEeMN7vbQ

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, hosts John and Tricia delve into the connection between energy and productivity. They discuss various aspects of energy management, including sources of energy, the impact of environment and teamwork, as well as the societal obsession with busyness and the 'burnt out hero' archetype. Follow us on LinkedIn for visuals from this episode and all our episodes.

In this episode of 'Every Little Model' podcast, hosts John and Tricia explore the intricate connections between habits, rituals, practices, routines, and patterns. They debate how these concepts often overlap but can hold distinct meanings based on intentionality. The episode raises questions about the value of disrupting defaults to cultivate more meaningful routines. We hope this episode encourages you to reflect on your own habits and intentional choices how they connect with your pro...

In this episode of the Every Little Model podcast, hosts John and Tricia explore the intricacies of time management. They discuss some of the common beliefs about time, the impact of control versus choice, and practical strategies for managing time effectively. They touch on time management techniques like the Pomodoro Technique, calendar management, and the significance of understanding personal values and priorities and how these affect productivity. Follow the show on Linked in for v...

In this episode, John and Tricia explore goals and goal setting and how traditional ways of goal setting lead us astray. Follow us on LINKED IN for visuals of models from the podcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/every-little-model-podcast/?viewAsMember=true

In this episode, John explores the SCARF model by David Rock with leadership and organizational coach Rachelle Thauren. They discuss how this model helps us to navigate change AND social situations. Follow us on LINKED IN for visuals of models from the podcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/every-little-model-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Connect with Rachelle https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachellethauern/

In this episode, John explores the JOHARI Window with facilitator Robin Parsons. They discuss how this model helps teams learn, explore, and problem-solve together. Follow us on LINKED IN for visuals of models from the podcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/every-little-model-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Connect with Robin https://www.linkedin.com/in/parsonsrobin/

How do we move through our present to step into and create better or more desirable futures? How do we position ourselves in order to realize our potential as agents of change in our organizations … and our world?Every Little Model co-host John Norcross shares his thoughts on how to think about the future using Bill Sharpe’s Three Horizons framework in this special bonus episode. Follow us on LINKEDIN for visuals of models from the podcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/every-little-mod...

In this episode, Tricia explores some of the dynamics of the GROAN Zone model by Sam Kaner, a model that is helpful in consensus decision making with groups. Follow us on LINKED IN for visuals of models from the podcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/every-little-model-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Additional Resources Download the ten steps in the consensus decision-making process here

In this episode, John and Tricia explore the LARA model with Lisa Harris. They discuss why it is an effective tool for communication. LARA stands for Listen Affirm Respond Ask questions OR Add information. Download the model and transcript here Lisa Harris Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabrandtharris/ 10 Components of a Thinking Environment Episode Gathering Genres Episode

In this episode, John and featured guest Nisha Gupta explore the DiSC behavioral model. They discuss why it is an important and powerful tool for understanding and improving communications and interactions. Download the model and transcript here Follow Us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/everylittlemodel/ Download the Every Little Model APP here https://everylittlemodel.glideapp.io/dl/6471c6