From Crisis to Capability

Olayinka Madamidola & Annie Bordeleau

Introduction

Olayinka Madamidola is a Solution Focused practitioner, facilitator, and founder of Family Matters Plus, where she supports workplaces in navigating crisis, conflict, and transitions through practical, strengths-based approaches.

In this 30 minute conversation, Olayinka Madamidola invites us into the heart of the Solution Focused stance. She beautifully demonstrates what it means to slow down and notice: create enough space for the unexpected to emerge and discover what is easily overlooked. Her reflections are a reminder that as SF practitioners, awareness is something we continually cultivate.

Throughout the exploration of disruptions in our work environments, Olayinka illustrates how paying attention to small shifts and subtle moments enables new possibilities to surface. Rather than rushing to solutions, she models the quiet discipline of staying present while gently widening our awareness. Her presence is a wonderful example of the Solution Focused stance in action.

Equally inspiring are the reflections and conversations that emerge from the participants. Together, they explore how disruption and steadiness is experienced and how exceptions become the foundation for meaningful change. As the conversation unfolds, we witness a shared inquiry where understanding is co-created and the Solution Focused stance comes alive through dialogue.

The recording quality is not perfect, yet we hope that you will enjoy the richness of Olayinka’s presence, her thoughtful pacing, and the depth of reflection shared by everyone involved.

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