Preconference work

[ralphsc]

Hello,

I agree with the responses to Ingrid's question that advise no
icebreakers.  Participants are not the only ones who have to do a
little-"fright-biting."  Facilitators have to do it from time to time as
well.

Ralph Copleman

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Ingrid, while I have had to wait a few times, but was always glad I
did.  I agree with Birgitt..no ice breakers. Here is a question based on
my learning from two of my early open space sessions: how much effort
went into clarification of the question or topic?  I found that it is
important to have a lot of dialogue about the topic during the pre-work.

I want to be sure the topic avoids language that implies a hiddent
agenda.  I like to think of a good topic statement or question being
broad enough to be inclusive and focused enough to be actionable if
people are so inspired.  I also like a little whimsy in the topic.

Chris