Breaking the Shell that Encloses Your Understanding

The role of the set adviser at Ashridge Management College is discussed with reference in particular to methods of dealing with difficulties encountered by participating chief executives. Five tasks for the set adviser are identified: to facilitate giving and receiving; to clarify the processes of action learning; to help others take over tasks 1, 2 and 3; to act as a personal consultant to set members in the group setting. Typical characteristics and needs of chief executives are given to help illustrate the necessary roles.