Hi Ralph, I find that people who are uncomfortable to get on the floor to write their topice often bring the sheet to their seat and write from there.
Even if the table isn't obstucting the view as Larry suggested, it does symbolize that thing that creates distance in meetings. My preference is to create an environment that is different form the usual way of doing business to send the message that this is not business as usual. No table means we all are a bit more vulnerable and that may bring us to be more open, in touch with feelings, with the unsaid, creativity, the spirit in the room and so on. That's why I have a preference for no table but I agree that some space can be opened despite that. Diane Gibeault 191 Juliette Ave. Ottawa Ontario Canada 613-7442638 ralphsc wrote: > Dear Friends, > > I wonder how we are measuring the success of our open space gatherings. > What or who is "violated" by the use of a table in the center during the > opening?
