motif: sounds like ‘MO’ + ‘TEEF’

In music, a motif is “a brief melodic or rhythmic formula out of which longer passages are developed” (Oxford Languages).

In neuroscience, motifs are “patterns of inter-connections between nodes of a network” (Duclos et al., 2021).

So, in our organizations, teams, and individual lives, what are our motifs?  That is, what are the recurring thoughts, habits, and themes that influence our decisions, behaviours, and interactions with others?  These motifs or repeated patterns ultimately effect our long-term processes and outcomes.  As such, Motif Coaching can help you uncover and create the motifs that will most positively and productively impact the growth, inclusivity, and sustainability of your organization, team, and everyday life.