Field Notes: Open Space Technology
Open Space Technology is something I first became acquainted with in 2017. Since that time it has become an organizing principle for every meeting I moderate. The rules are simple:
- When it starts is the right time.
- Who shows up are the right people.
- When its over, its over.
- Whatever happens is the only thing that could have.
They are so versatile, in fact, that I often end every speaking engagement by creating an open space for shared learning to occur among session participants. Typically we make a circle so everyone can see one another. Then participants are invited to share and to make connections.
