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Adding a metaphor of hammers as tools used in silos (#574)
Adding an outline
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The purpose of this document is the hold the supplementary and planning material related to the content of the introductory segments of this learning path.
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The purpose of this document is to hold the supplementary and planning material related to the content of the introductory segments of this learning path.
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== Goals
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=== Introduction
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Introduce the topic, why it's important, and what the viewer will learn in this learning path.
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Introduce the topic, why it's important, and what the viewer will learn in this learning path. Including the problem of silos and the metaphor of hammers and spanners as tools.
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=== Justification
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Share a hypothetical (yet believable) example situation that illustrates the difficulties today in the off-the-shelf process of collaborating across organizational silos.
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This given situation will be the basis to-which we refer throughout the learning path, most notably when introducing the 5 key terms and heading off misconceptions about InnerSource.
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This given situation will be the basis to-which we refer throughout the learning path, most notably when introducing the 5 key terms and heading off misconceptions about InnerSource. Expanding on the example with the challenges of silos and the need for a customer-focused approach.
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=== Solution
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Show how the players in the example situation can collaborate via InnerSource to overcome their difficulty.
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Explain the benefits of this approach.
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Explain the benefits of this approach, including centralizing tools and resources, sharing digital artifacts, and distributing responsibility across departments.
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While giving this explanation, naturally include clear definitions of the 5 key terms and also wording specifically designed to dispel misconceptions about InnerSource.
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=== Further Explanation
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Delve into some "`gotchas`" and more nuanced points about the InnerSource process.
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Consider strategic use of short and compelling anecdotes to cement key parts of the message further.
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Discuss resource allocation, collaboration, and the role of InnerSource in breaking down silos.
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Trend towards including material in this section that further dispels InnerSource misconceptions and also sets the stage for the upcoming segments in the learning path.
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=== Conclusion
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Review the key points of this learning path and tee up viewers to look for the next segments.
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Invite interested viewers to participate in the InnerSource Commons.
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Review the key points of this learning path, including the importance of breaking down silos and the role of InnerSource in fostering collaboration.
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Tee up viewers to look for the next segments and invite interested viewers to participate in the InnerSource Commons.

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