Online Course

Transforming Meetings into Thinking Environments ᵀᴹ

What is a Thinking Environment ᵀᴹ?

The Thinking Environment (TE), developed by Time to Think, a leadership and coaching company founded by Nancy Kline, is a set of conditions that treats people in a manner that encourages them to think well for themselves and as the quality of thinking improves, the quality of everything we do improves.

Like a conductor of an orchestra gets all the musicians to work together to create something extraordinary, a leader is expected to mobilise and harness the full potential of each team member and direct their collective effort to achieving results.

Why should leaders create a Thinking Environment?

Like a conductor of an orchestra gets all the musicians to work together to create something extraordinary, a leader is expected to mobilise and harness the full potential of each team member and direct their collective effort to achieving results.

What are the benefits?

By learning the art of creating a TE,  leaders will be able to facilitate richer engagements that get the best out of each person and enable the group to collectively learn and grow.  In a TE, meetings are more effective in both the time being spent as well as the outcomes achieved. 

What are the key objectives of this course?

  • Experience components of a TE
  • Experience the building blocks to create a TE
  • Learn how to create safe spaces for courageous engagement
  • Learn how to invite all the voices in the room
  • Deepen listening skills
  • Grow independent thinking
  • Strengthen reflection skills

Who will this course benefit?

This course will benefit emerging, experienced leaders and anyone wanting to learn more about the TE

What Clients Say

I am delighted to provide a recommendation for Vandena as trainer.  As a teacher of the Thinking Environment, Vandena is highly equipped at providing an engaging, value-added and conceptually rich program. I experienced this myself last week, dedicating 6 hours over two days. My initial hesitation at the time commitment was quickly negated by the tools and thoughts that I came away with, with very practical application to my role and environment. Vandena holds the space brilliantly, with respect and challenge in equal parts..

— Polly Lerner FCIPD,
Capability Director at Haleon

Vandena is an excellent teacher and coach, who makes an amazing space in which to learn and develop your skills. I recommend this course wholeheartedly to anyone who wants to be able to create Thinking Environments.

— Joel Chippindale,
Engineering Leadership Coach CTO Adviser

Vandena has a distinct ability to evoke effective thinking in a kind and supportive environment. Her facilitation of this course was terrific, and I cannot imagine doing this course with anyone else.

— Monet Tiran,
Tech Savvy Travel Professional

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FAQ about the Course

The course 6 hours in total and scheduled in 3 hour slots over two consecutive days

The course is delivered online

Emerging and experienced leaders and anyone wanting to know more about the Thinking Environment

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