Tools you can use.
Programs
A major advantage of “I Opt” technology is that it can be used with existing programs and classes. It will not conflict with other valid instruments or existing programs.
Training programs that use "I Opt" as a principal technology are, however, developed by corporate and consulting clients. As a service, the programs are listed and their content is outlined here.
The programs listed in this section have been reviewed by Professional Communications for consistency with "I Opt" and Organizational Engineering principles. PCI has not verified the efficiency, effectiveness or suitability for a particular purpose. The identified provider should be contacted directly to explore their use for the intended pupose.
Off-The-Shelf Programs
Scripted or "Off-the-Shelf" programs are fully specified, step-by-step instructional schemes. They can be used by internal and external trainers and consultants. They presume various levels of familiarity with "I Opt" technology. Some may require additional support material (e.g., various “I Opt” reports or supplemental products).
The cost of the program (if any) is identified where available. A general description of the program is also provided for orientational purposes only. Interested people should contact the identified provider for a complete description and full specification of the program or course.
"I OPT" and Communication
This is a two-video course on how "I Opt" applies to communication. The first video explains the communication process in detail.
The second video shows how the above knowledge can be used in applied situations.
These videos are intended to act as a base for a communications course, not the course itself. Copies of the jpg images used are available free of charge to Certified Organization Engineers.
Copies of the Card Decks used in the video are available here for free download.
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Creating Resume Content
This video explains how to use the "Opt" Career Report as a tool to construct compelling resume content.
The video was designed as a standalone-training tool. However the jpg images used in the video are available free of charge to Certified Organizational Engineers. These can be incorporated into presentations and into tailored programs of their own design.
Free copies of the video itself in .wmv format (native to Windows) are available free of charge on request of Certified Organizational Engineers.
Social Intelligence: Emotional Impact Training
This is a narrated PowerPoint training program that uses the "I Opt" Emotional Impact Management Report as its basis. The program is designed to help people control the emotional impact that they have on others. This complements a typical Emotional Intelligence program that focuses on the emotions that a person experiences.
The Powerpoint program is designed to be flexible in terms of timing. There are optional slides, optional suggested scripts and optional exercises.
The narration is on the "Notes" section and is intended to demonstrate how the program might be delivered. There is also a written full script.
There is also a separate PowerPoint that gives the timing of each slide with the optional elements clearly identified. The icon on the right will initiate a video that explains the structure and content of the program in an abbreviated format.
This program is free to anyone upon request. It is too large to download from this site and will be furnished through a dedicated download site.
Cartoons
The cartoons used on the "I Opt" home page are humerous but all illustrate real conditions that people using different "I Opt" styles typically confront.
These cartoons can be usefully incorporated into many types of programs and debriefing orientations. A package of all of the cartoons in .swf (i.e., Flash) fromat is available free of charge on request of Certified Organizational Engineers.
"Matchmaking" and "Speed Dating"
Contributed by Debbie Douglas of Lord Corporation
Hey Gary, did I ever tell you about the "games" I created for I-Opt debriefing?
"Matchmaking"
I make a copy of every team member's graph and blank out their names. I then hang them on the wall and after I go through the Powerpoint you sent me and some additional info on each preference I have them each write the name of the person they think each graph belongs to - including their own. It creates great conversation and brings out the perceptions they have of each other based on the behaviors they see and interactions they have had to date.
"Speed Dating"
After we "match make" I have them pair up and discuss their graphs - why they thought the graph was or was not the person they are currently talking to and the traits they see in themselves that are confirmed in the graph. After 3-5 minutes, I have them switch partners and repeat until everyone has had an "I-Opt date" with their teammate.
It has gone over great. But you should see the initial reaction I get when I tell them the name of the two activities we are going to engage in...
Supported Programs
Supported programs have a specific format but not a complete script. They typically will involve phases, branches or divisions. Within these certain points are made or elements covered. The consultant or trainer usually interacts with the audience in navigating toward the recognition of these targeted insights or revelations.
The programs in this section can vary in the degree of external support. Some require retaining representatives of the firm to deliver it. Others may require training of the person(s) who actually deliver the program. Still others may be available on the same terms as the fully scripted programs. The provider of the program should be contacted to explore mutually acceptable terms.