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We Understand Knowledge Management. We Practice Mindfulness. We Play Seriously.


We are Mindfulness and LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® consultants and provide clients with consultants skilled in:
  • Knowledge and Information Management
  • Mindfulness: Ready to Teach Mindfulness-Based Living Courses (MBLC)
  • LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® methodology: certified facilitator
  • Areas of training, development and support of systems, projects and people
  • Speaking English, Spanish and French
We have supplied consultants for organizations in Norway, Spain, Switzerland and the UK.



"We Understand Knowledge Management. We Practice Mindfulness. We Play Seriously."

These three statements encapsulate a powerful approach to effective knowledge management and personal growth. By understanding knowledge management principles, practicing mindfulness, and engaging in serious play, individuals and organizations can enhance their ability to create, capture, share, and apply knowledge to achieve their goals.

Understanding Knowledge Management

Knowledge management is the process of creating, capturing, sharing, and applying knowledge to achieve organizational objectives. It is about transforming tacit knowledge, which is personal and context-specific, into explicit knowledge, which is codified and shareable. Effective knowledge management helps organizations to:
  • Increase their innovation capabilities: Knowledge sharing allows individuals to access and apply new ideas and insights, leading to breakthroughs and improvements.
  • Improve decision-making: By having access to a collective pool of knowledge, organizations can make more informed and strategic decisions.
  • Reduce costs and improve efficiency: Knowledge management can streamline processes, eliminate redundancies, and optimize resource allocation.
  • Strengthen customer relationships: Sharing knowledge with customers can enhance their satisfaction and loyalty.

Practicing Mindfulness

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment in a non-judgmental way. It can be a powerful tool for enhancing knowledge management in several ways:
  • Increased focus and concentration: Mindfulness helps individuals to stay present and engaged in the task at hand, reducing distractions and improving focus.
  • Enhanced memory and recall: Mindfulness training has been shown to improve memory and the ability to retrieve information from long-term memory.
  • Boosted creativity and problem-solving: By being present and open-minded, individuals are more likely to generate creative ideas and solutions to problems.

Engaging in Serious Play

Serious play is a learning and innovation methodology that uses playful activities to explore complex issues and generate creative solutions. It can be a valuable tool for enhancing knowledge management by:
  • Encouraging active participation and engagement: Serious play activities are often hands-on and interactive, which can motivate individuals to participate and learn.
  • Fostering collaboration and teamwork: Serious play encourages open communication and collaboration, which can break down silos and lead to new insights.
  • Unlocking creativity and innovation: Serious play can help individuals to tap into their imagination and generate novel ideas.

In summary, by understanding knowledge management principles, practicing mindfulness, and engaging in serious play, individuals and organizations can create a culture of continuous learning and innovation that drives success.

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