Just six words

At a recent conference, I attended a session where the two speakers focused on only six words. They were focusing on designing a new curriculum offer, specifically on creating new curriculum.

As they had only a short session they used these six words to talk through developing new curriculum and some of the factors of challenges they faced. Some of the words struck me or the underpinning factors ran true with me, I enjoyed the session, so I thought I would share the words they used in this post and some of the underlining points.

Authority

People follow the lead of credible, knowledgeable experts, do you consider yourself a specialist in what you do? If not why not? If yes, how do you value your knowledge and expertise?

How can you clearly articulate the added value you will bring to any educational collaboration?How can you advance in your field? Do you have a plan for your development?

Consensus (social proof)

In uncertain times, people will look up to the actions and behaviours of others to determine their own.

How can you use your knowledge and expertise and influence, to encourage others to become involved?

Reciprocity (Obligation to give back what has first been received)

How can you be the first to ‘give’ to the collaborative relationships you form?

How can you get to know your collaborators more closely?

Scarcity (rule of the few)

People want more of those things they can have less of,

Do you really understand the uniqueness of what you offer?

What will people stand to lose if they fail to consider you and your time?

Commitment and Consistency

How can you encourage others to be committed to educational projects? Do people prefer to say ‘yes’ to those they like?

What areas of common purpose do you share with potential collaborators? People like to be consistent with the things they have previously said or done.