Idea Architects

JANUARY 20, 2012

Lets take a physical example of this concept to help make it more concrete: lifting weights. These are just two examples of how challenge and support are evident in a facilitation environment. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3).

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Idea Architects

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Example: if a segment designed to be a large group discussion is producing silence and blank stares, breaking the content into multiple questions and assigning each to a small group for consideration might be a better approach to advance the conversation. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6).

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Idea Architects

JUNE 15, 2012

Whether or not individuals disclose their agenda or interests is a perfect example of Joharis window in action. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3). Jun 2002 (2). May 2002 (4). Blog Archive.

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Idea Architects

MAY 28, 2012

Here is another home tour example that solved a common problem associated with many events. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3). Jun 2002 (2). May 2002 (4). 1, Columbus, OFA & ANLA Staff Workshop.

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Idea Architects

APRIL 13, 2012

Example: You decide to use the Futures Wheel and have all participants collectively identify the core issues related to the topic at hand. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3). Jun 2002 (2). May 2002 (4).

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Idea Architects

MARCH 6, 2012

While the scarves were one of the most visible examples of how individual volunteer efforts were connected to a much larger shared success, I was struck by the smart approach Pepsico’s Dream Machines uses to do the same for individuals who might otherwise trash a recyclable item. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference.

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Idea Architects

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Example of a group activity: Provide all participants an index card and ask them to write down one question or issue that really needs to be discussed, but that people are unlikely to raise directly in the group. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2).

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Idea Architects

JANUARY 27, 2012

For example, you might ask how a current decision under deliberation could affect operations in another area, or how the current discussion connects with others that have occurred and/or with what individuals are doing in their work. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4).

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Idea Architects

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

Example: How can we do 10% more next year while using 10% less money to do so? I used to keep a notebook full of thoughts and lessons gathered from studying simple things in nature, I learned things from studying fire, and trees for example. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4).

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Idea Architects

MAY 16, 2012

Both of these sites also serve as great examples of how associations could more effectively curate and share interdisciplinary content for members and facilitate ideas spreading. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3).

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Idea Architects

MAY 14, 2012

And now as I lie on my deathbed, I suddenly realize, if I had only changed myself first, then by example I would have changed my family. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3). Jun 2002 (2). May 2002 (4).

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Idea Architects

APRIL 6, 2012

Some examples: Always standing in front of the room vs. positioning yourself in various locations. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3). Jun 2002 (2). May 2002 (4). 2, Columbus, PIA-Ohio Board Workshop.

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Idea Architects

JULY 2, 2012

Great examples, and while they may not be particularly novel, it's remarkable how often we overlook these kinds of touches when organizing events. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3). Jun 2002 (2).

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MARCH 9, 2012

This is an excellent example of why it is important to understand how to manage challenge and support. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3). Jun 2002 (2). May 2002 (4). Blog Archive. Blog Archive.

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Idea Architects

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

Sometimes I stumble upon a blog post that perfectly answers a question that brought me to perform a search in the first place - your post is a good example of such a happy encounter. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3).

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Idea Architects

DECEMBER 8, 2011

And while all of my examples have come from hotels, the principle of basic functionality applies to every business, every organization, every product or service. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Dec 2002 (6). Nov 2002 (4). Sep 2002 (2). Aug 2002 (3). Jul 2002 (3). Jun 2002 (2).

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