[Ailist] AI Introduction

[Jeanie Cockell]

Hi Mukul,
AI is a big paradigm shift for some people and organizations. 
You could emphasize the envisioning aspect of Dream - vision 
is a word that could work in your environment. And Deliver for 
Destiny is often used.
Then there is the 4 'I' cycle language of Initiate, Inquire, 
Imagine, Innovate...
Good luck with it,
Jeanie

Mukul Kumar wrote:
> Hi everyone:
> 
> My name is Mukul and I am fairly new to Ailist group.  However I have found
> this forum very interesting to share thoughts and have insights from others.
> 
> 
> I read about Appreciative Inquiry for the first time in 2003 in school while
> studying MBA.  I am active supporter of AI philosophy and can imagine its
> huge potential in the current environment.
> 
> Currently I am trying if I could introduce this concept in my organization,
> initially at my group level, i.e. "customer service". 
> 
> My company is a sort of Crown Corporation, service oriented and having
> unionized environment. Recently when I had my first introductory
> presentation, I got a couple of feedback as below:
> 
> 1- AI philosophy is a bit counter culture to be used in our organization.
> 2- The words "Dream" and "Destiny" do not sound impressive for the audience
> in business environment. It should be replaced with some buzz words. 
> 
> I am just wondering whether it is common as a first reaction and if so how
> could I pursue further.  Do you have any substitute for the words "Dream"
> and "Destiny" which could invite attention in business environment?
> 
> Would appreciate your comments.
> 
> Mukul 
> 
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