Read recently on this. Can somebody enlighten us more on the subject?
part of what i read is as follows:
The FISH! Philosophy is a life-long learning approach that inspires us to feel alive and engaged in the work we do.
FISH! is an invitation to re-awaken the self-trusting, creative spirit within all of us. To start new conversations about what’s possible. To develop new attitudes.
A global phenomenon.
FISH! is alive in organizations throughout the world — large and small, in all industries — championed by business leaders and owners, HR and training professionals and individuals committed to creating a culture of trust, accountability and innovation.
The universal appeal of FISH!
The FISH! Philosophy has been embraced around the world. There are many reasons FISH! is welcomed by so many in so many organizations:
FISH! is a philosophy, not a program. You implement a program to change or fix people, but there’s nothing inspiring about being “programmed.” You can’t implement a philosophy. Instead you explore it, try it out and decide if it’s right for you. If it is, you live it because you believe in it.
FISH! is an invitation. The quickest way to kill FISH! is to mandate it. You can, however, invite people to be part of an environment in which people care about each other and their commitments. When people see these qualities flourishing in others, they want to join in because they want to improve their own lives, too.
FISH! creates a common language. Language changes everything. To begin to change anything, we have to change the way we speak about things, the way feel about things, and definitely the way we act about things day in and day out. The four principles of FISH! — Be There, Play, Make Their Day and Choose Your Attitude — are the basis of a new language everyone can understand and connect to instantly.
FISH! is genuine. Originally modeled by fishmongers who decided to choose their attitude and become world famous, The FISH! Philosophy gets into the hearts of minds of everyone at work. Focused on the individual first, FISH! is simple, common wisdom that everyone can embrace.
FISH! is playful. Creativity, inspiration and innovation are directly disproportionate to how tightly we’re wound! Nobody’s talking about throwing patients, spreadsheets, or hamburgers at one another like the guys throw fish in the original film. What we are talking about is throwing yourself into your work in a wholehearted and lighthearted way.
FISH! is an ongoing journey. FISH! cuts across all industries and all organizational departments, functions, goals and objectives. As a philosophy that’s infused into a culture over time, you can’t “do” FISH! and be done with it. It’s not the newest motivational fad. It’s not the flavor of the month. It’s an opportunity to create and be part of a group that honors individual spirit and the right to choose.
FISH! isn’t “something else” you have to do. In most cases, FISH! complements what you’re already doing — whether it’s launching a new company, new customer service initiative, new leadership style or any number of other learning programs tailored to specific organizational goals. Because FISH! is focused on “who you’re being while you’re doing what you’re doing,” The FISH! Philosophy is a powerful, flexible platform that can help spike and support many of your other goals and programs.
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Thanks
Bala
From India, Madras
20part of what i read is as follows:
The FISH! Philosophy is a life-long learning approach that inspires us to feel alive and engaged in the work we do.
FISH! is an invitation to re-awaken the self-trusting, creative spirit within all of us. To start new conversations about what’s possible. To develop new attitudes.
A global phenomenon.
FISH! is alive in organizations throughout the world — large and small, in all industries — championed by business leaders and owners, HR and training professionals and individuals committed to creating a culture of trust, accountability and innovation.
The universal appeal of FISH!
The FISH! Philosophy has been embraced around the world. There are many reasons FISH! is welcomed by so many in so many organizations:
FISH! is a philosophy, not a program. You implement a program to change or fix people, but there’s nothing inspiring about being “programmed.” You can’t implement a philosophy. Instead you explore it, try it out and decide if it’s right for you. If it is, you live it because you believe in it.
FISH! is an invitation. The quickest way to kill FISH! is to mandate it. You can, however, invite people to be part of an environment in which people care about each other and their commitments. When people see these qualities flourishing in others, they want to join in because they want to improve their own lives, too.
FISH! creates a common language. Language changes everything. To begin to change anything, we have to change the way we speak about things, the way feel about things, and definitely the way we act about things day in and day out. The four principles of FISH! — Be There, Play, Make Their Day and Choose Your Attitude — are the basis of a new language everyone can understand and connect to instantly.
FISH! is genuine. Originally modeled by fishmongers who decided to choose their attitude and become world famous, The FISH! Philosophy gets into the hearts of minds of everyone at work. Focused on the individual first, FISH! is simple, common wisdom that everyone can embrace.
FISH! is playful. Creativity, inspiration and innovation are directly disproportionate to how tightly we’re wound! Nobody’s talking about throwing patients, spreadsheets, or hamburgers at one another like the guys throw fish in the original film. What we are talking about is throwing yourself into your work in a wholehearted and lighthearted way.
FISH! is an ongoing journey. FISH! cuts across all industries and all organizational departments, functions, goals and objectives. As a philosophy that’s infused into a culture over time, you can’t “do” FISH! and be done with it. It’s not the newest motivational fad. It’s not the flavor of the month. It’s an opportunity to create and be part of a group that honors individual spirit and the right to choose.
FISH! isn’t “something else” you have to do. In most cases, FISH! complements what you’re already doing — whether it’s launching a new company, new customer service initiative, new leadership style or any number of other learning programs tailored to specific organizational goals. Because FISH! is focused on “who you’re being while you’re doing what you’re doing,” The FISH! Philosophy is a powerful, flexible platform that can help spike and support many of your other goals and programs.
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Thanks
Bala
From India, Madras
Hi Bala,
Fish philosophy is written by authors -Stephen Lundin & J Christensen & Harry Paul.
It;s a lovely story of Lonnie & Mary Jane, who met five years earlier at Seattle's famous Pike Place Fish Market...where Lonnie worked as a Fishmonger..a guy who sells fish..Lonnie through his approach to life - a simple philosophy( as elucidated by you) helped Mary to achieve an extra-ordinary transformation in her own workplace by bringing the energy of Fish market to her disgruntled staff..and in the process they fell in love..
It's a beautiful story - a must read all...
It's somewhat similar to the famous movie " Jerry Maguire" - Tom Cruise movie..in a different manner..
Both above have a similar message - have a passion for work & love life!!
A FISH!!
Rajat
From India, Pune
Fish philosophy is written by authors -Stephen Lundin & J Christensen & Harry Paul.
It;s a lovely story of Lonnie & Mary Jane, who met five years earlier at Seattle's famous Pike Place Fish Market...where Lonnie worked as a Fishmonger..a guy who sells fish..Lonnie through his approach to life - a simple philosophy( as elucidated by you) helped Mary to achieve an extra-ordinary transformation in her own workplace by bringing the energy of Fish market to her disgruntled staff..and in the process they fell in love..
It's a beautiful story - a must read all...
It's somewhat similar to the famous movie " Jerry Maguire" - Tom Cruise movie..in a different manner..
Both above have a similar message - have a passion for work & love life!!
A FISH!!
Rajat
From India, Pune
Thanks Rajat for the short explanation.
Got hold of a ppt which explains some bit.
But could not locate the book.
Please gve your comments which will be most welcome on the ppt - what is missed out? what needs to be added? etc.
Thanks
Bala
From India, Madras
Got hold of a ppt which explains some bit.
But could not locate the book.
Please gve your comments which will be most welcome on the ppt - what is missed out? what needs to be added? etc.
Thanks
Bala
From India, Madras
Fish! I like it. And it helps you look at your work, no matter boring or interesting it is, from a new view.
That is: attitude is everything and nothing is impossible.
No matter it is true or not, we may try to mix it in our daily life or routine work. Then, will taste more of the meaning of living.
From China, Beijing
That is: attitude is everything and nothing is impossible.
No matter it is true or not, we may try to mix it in our daily life or routine work. Then, will taste more of the meaning of living.
From China, Beijing
Hi
I have also read that book and in my last company we had done a case on this. Cannot give you the contents as i have left the company, but will give you an idea that it is quite useful in building the organsiation culture.
A must read book which you will find in any book store.
Shweta
I have also read that book and in my last company we had done a case on this. Cannot give you the contents as i have left the company, but will give you an idea that it is quite useful in building the organsiation culture.
A must read book which you will find in any book store.
Shweta
Hi,
There is a video set also available for FISH! Check up at http://www.multimediahrd.com/
Great HR Videos available at this place.
Regards,
Anuradha
From India, Pune
There is a video set also available for FISH! Check up at http://www.multimediahrd.com/
Great HR Videos available at this place.
Regards,
Anuradha
From India, Pune
Fish is a very powerful concept ... easily rendered useless when mandated.
It promotes chosing happiness in your workplace and focuses on the fact that the CHOICE is with us.
As mentioned in the previous post Multimedia HRD has the Film. It also has a Facilitators Guide, which can assist you in preparing the sessions.
"Fish!" has been followed by "Fish! Tales" and "Fish! Sticks" which will help you see different ways people have employed it. If you are in India, these books are easily available and not too expensive.
My humble suggestion be that you go through the entire set, then have others buy into it by talking about it ... nothing like making changes in your immediate environment to spread the virus. It is not too difficult to catch on.
Please ... please ... DON'T MANDATE IT ... It kills the spirit of Fish!
It promotes chosing happiness in your workplace and focuses on the fact that the CHOICE is with us.
As mentioned in the previous post Multimedia HRD has the Film. It also has a Facilitators Guide, which can assist you in preparing the sessions.
"Fish!" has been followed by "Fish! Tales" and "Fish! Sticks" which will help you see different ways people have employed it. If you are in India, these books are easily available and not too expensive.
My humble suggestion be that you go through the entire set, then have others buy into it by talking about it ... nothing like making changes in your immediate environment to spread the virus. It is not too difficult to catch on.
Please ... please ... DON'T MANDATE IT ... It kills the spirit of Fish!
Hi Cliffard1973, I agree, we should not "mandate" it. Every one should buy into the philosophy. Otherwise it is useless. Thanks for your suggestions. Bala
From India, Madras
From India, Madras
I was searching the internet for some more information and help on this when I stumbled across the following site ... a good collection of people's thoughts ... some options on activities ... on the whole a good read for all interested in knowing more about Fish!
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Hope you find this as useful as I did.
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Hope you find this as useful as I did.
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