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Open-Space Leadership: When Less is More

Let's Grow Leaders

I love using Open-Space Technology with a large group to generate ideas. It’s an amazing, high-energy, low-cost way to hold a powerful meeting. Participants essentially create their own agenda and self-organize into groups to discuss topics that matter to them. Although it’s useful to [.]

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Five Ways to Equip People to Change

Change Starts Here

For groups, facilitate difficult conversations so important issues are discussed and resolved. Keep negative team members from draining energy. People also need help to succeed in their transitions. Help them understand their own resistance. Manage conflict so it doesn’t hinder change.

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How to Perform When the Room Doesn't Work

Next Level Blog

Be as specific as you can be with yourself about the optimal levels of energy and engagement in the room. Negotiate and Move If You Can:   Back in the days when I did a lot of group facilitation, we had a joke that the first thing you learn as a facilitator is how to move furniture. Own the energy.

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