THANK YOU for giving counsel on presenting OS to a group

[BJ Peters]

"Partnow, Susan" wrote:

> I find the suggestion of introducing the general concept and then doing the
> set-up -- in a circle, up
> to and including posting topics-- a very exciting and intriguing idea.

You might want to consider moving immediately into open space - have the chairs
in a circle and do the opening so that they are "experiencing" rather than
hearing "about" open space. That seems like it might be the best utilization of
the short time you have.

>  First let me clarify:   one key piece of information was unclear in my
> original posting:
> this group draws managers and CEOs from a range of organizations.  The only
> time they come together is for this ongoing Round Table -- which is a support
> group/learning forum for them ("Ideas, Learning & Partnering").    1) Any
> suggestions on what I might use as the 'focus question'?

Perhaps something as simple and straightforward as: "What are the opportunities
we have for creating greater learning and partnering that could (benefit this
community, result in...)"

> 2) Any suggestions on simple ways to convey the concept of OS for their
> meeting announcement/invitational flyer?

You might do an invitation that is an odd size (like a party invitation) that
has some "what if..." questions. For a community event I facilitated, the
questions on the invitation cover were: "What if... community meant what it used
to mean? What if... finding health care, family programs, or child care was as
easy as finding a new pair of sneakers? What if... our communities truly
supported all parents in their job of raising healthy children? What if... a
small group of dedicated people decided they could change the world?"

This sounds like a wonderful opportunity to introduce open space to a group that
could so benefit from it. I hope these thoughts are helpful.

In harmony --BJ
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