WHAT IS THE PERCOLATE SERIES?
Percolate is a series of sessions focused on power skills. This series has been developed and is facilitated by Steven Patterson and Zoë Johannsen, the Learning and Development team at Populous.
These sessions are intended for architect and design professionals with 3 -5 years of experience as well as anyone else interested in the series’ topics. These sessions are guaranteed to be highly engaging and leave you with critical knowledge related to how we can work collaboratively to drive our purpose, achieve the results that inspire us, and move ourselves, our firms, and our industry forward.
HOW IT WORKS
In each session, Steven and Zoë will share thought-provoking content and weave in opportunities for discussion, questions, and deliberate practice. Each session includes a 30-minute Q&A and networking opportunity.
SERIES GOALS
- foster engagement
- increase self-awareness
- inspire through rich dialogue and varying perspectives
- illustrate alignment to core values
SESSION ONE | The Basics of High-Performing Teams
When: Tuesday, April 2nd – 4:00p – 5:30p
In the initial session of this three-part series, we break down our foundational topic: high-performing teams. We start here because the behaviors, skills, and processes used by high-performing teams and organizations drive engagement, healthy dynamics, and positive results for not only teams, but individuals.
We’ll guide you through this session and engage in discussion about:
- the Anatomy of Engagement,
- how performance and satisfaction are linked,
- the five elements necessary to ensure teams remain psychologically safe and high performing.
SESSION TWO | Rethinking Conflict Resolution & Utilizing Heat in Systems
When: Tuesday, May 7th – 4:00p – 5:30p
Session two focuses on conflict resolution and utilizing Heat as a tool. We will redefine conflict, explore its benefits, and learn how to manage our own stories that feed unproductive conflict.
We’ll guide you through this session and engage in discussion about:
- the differences between constructive and destructive conflict,
- using conflict as a tool,
- recognizing what heat is, and applying it to stay productive, engaged, and purposeful in your work.
SESSION THREE | The Importance of Intention-Setting and Mindful Action at Work
When: Tuesday, June 11th – 4:00p – 5:30p
In an increasingly complex and fast-paced world, we can become detached from our innate ability to be fully present in the current moment. At work, it's even more challenging. Session three focuses on intention-setting and working mindfully.
We’ll guide you through this session and engage in discussion about:
- mindlessness and mindfulness in our cultural context,
- if you are being mindful or mindless in your daily work,
- setting an intention to help you practice mindfulness.
About the Facilitators
Steven and Zoë co-created the Percolate Series in 2023 and are incredibly excited to offer a 3-part version to the design professionals at AIA Kansas City.
STEVEN PATTERSON (he/him) is the Talent and Learning Manager, Associate at Populous, Kansas City’s largest architecture firm. In his role, Steven designs, develops, curates, and facilitates learning content for Populous’ 500+ U.S.-based employees. His role allows him to drive the ongoing learning and development of the staff while impacting the firm’s culture through a steadfast focus on employee engagement, team dynamics, coaching, and feedback. Steven is passionate about helping people develop their personal brand and presents a professional and confident presence when engaging with all levels of leadership. He is excited to partner with professionals in the AIA Kansas City chapter for this series.
ZOË JOHANNSEN (she/her) is the Learning and Development Coordinator for Populous in Kansas City. She spends her workdays assessing learning needs, creating, and curating soft skills content, coordinating with technical subject matter experts, and strategizing with leaders to support learning across the Americas. Zoë is a multipotentialite with nearly a decade of experience in the public sector, training and supporting clients and staff through a trauma-informed lens. She prioritizes employee engagement, well-being, and belonging above all else, because she believes these are at the root of feeling truly connected to our work. She looks forward to connecting by encouraging self-reflection, and exploring new ideas together.
Register now; Seats are limited!
Sessions are designed for architects & designers with 3-5 years of experience.
Open to AIA Kansas City (AIA & Assoc. AIA) and NOMA-KC members only.
These sessions build on each other so attendance at all three is required.
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