Presented by Hildy Gottlieb - co-hosted by Community Waikato
Catalytic Thinking – A Tool for Life
Discover a powerful approach to planning, decision-making, and problem-solving that can transform the way you work, lead, and live.
Why Catalytic Thinking? Here are the top three reasons:
It Unlocks Creativity
Most strategy or planning processes begin with the “problem,” which often limits thinking. Catalytic Thinking shifts the focus to the future you want to create, opening pathways and conditions that lead to innovation and possibility.It’s Anchored in People
Traditional processes can overlook the very people they affect. Catalytic Thinking starts with radical listening and inclusion – asking who needs to be in the room, who will act, and who will be impacted. The result is strategies grounded in people, not abstractions.It’s Simple
Once you learn the core questions, they become second nature. You’ll find yourself using them again and again – whether for quick personal reflection, team discussions, or deeper group planning.
Perfect for leaders, facilitators, community groups, and anyone seeking fresh, people-centred approaches to strategy and change.
A bit about Hildy
Hildy is a futurist and social scientist who has spent decades exploring what makes social movements succeed. Her discoveries are both simple and transformative: when we ask different questions, we unlock new possibilities. These insights became the foundation for Catalytic Thinking, a framework now used by communities, organisations, and movements across the globe to spark systemic change. Go here to read more
Cost:
Community $25
Non-Community $50
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If you have questions, please contact Sally on sally@communitywaikato.org.nz