Re: [OSList] Canada Conundrum - what do you think - reply to nazi comment

2022-02-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] Happy Birthday Harrison Owen

2021-12-02 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] Where angels fear to tread

2021-11-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
iscusses: our tendency to want to relate to the >ideas through habitual lenses. Sometimes more and different >words can help. More often, it takes an embodied experience. >Perhaps a Warm Data Lab? >I find her insight that we need a word for life coalescing

Re: [OSList] Where angels fear to tread

2021-11-16 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
f systemic transformation is waiting. >>>>>> In the Warm Data processes, participants are given a structure to >>>>>> re-stitch, to re-wild, to begin a new abductive process into these gaps. >>>>>> Aga

Re: [OSList] Test...

2021-10-27 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] doubt about how to begin OS

2021-07-10 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] OST for social movement strategy

2021-05-25 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] Tree Fitzpatrick memorial celebration on March 21

2021-03-08 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] OS in Zoom times

2021-01-15 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] Confused American

2021-01-14 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] Issues of access and privilege

2021-01-11 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] Open Space in Zoom times......

2021-01-10 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] Recording Zoom OST Sessions??

2020-04-27 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
are now. That’s my two cents. Chris _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Apr 27, 2020, at 7:07 AM, Michael Herman via OSList > wrote: > >  > Recording the opening is an easy middle ground, Marc. Gives context for any > notes captured. Doesn’t intrud

Re: [OSList] Meeting of the tribes: Our gifts for crisis and change

2020-04-03 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I heard a lovely a succinct line from Valdis Krebs yesterday: Similarities are where we connect, difference is where we innovate. The art of invitation is creating a group with similarities and differences operating at a nice creative tension. Not everyone in a system needs to be connected to

Re: [OSList] Law of Mobility, reimiagined

2020-03-16 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
gile Fluency Model: A Brief Guide to Success with Agile > <https://www.agilefluency.org/model.php> - Get the eBook! > The Video: The Agile Fluency Model Explained  > <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvvMl1F_Tow>The Workshops: Workshops and > Events <https://www.agilefluen

[OSList] Law of Mobility, reimiagined

2020-03-16 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Hi all. Just published a piece looking at COVID-19 and complexity. One of the heuristics I am using is a reimagination of the Law of Mobility: “If you find yourself in a group of four or more people, go somewhere whe

Re: [OSList] How do you "hold space?"

2020-02-08 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
is indeed risky. But the reward is immense. Chris. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Feb 8, 2020, at 12:45 PM, Jake Yeager via OSList > wrote: > >  > Many questions these days. Thank you for entertaining them. :) > > This past week, I facilitat

Re: [OSList] From Open Space to objectives and key results (OKRs)?

2020-02-06 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
No... If the sponsor already knows which OKR’s will matter, then that would be “pre-set” answers, and I would forget about open space. But specifying that “we are trying to generate new OKRs” is a fine invitation, because it’s open and the sponsor should be generally curious about what will com

Re: [OSList] From Open Space to objectives and key results (OKRs)?

2020-02-05 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Building on this: In the past when a sponsor has been clear about content areas but hasn’t specified what can be discussed within them we did the following: 1. Make sure you have lots of people there, because diversity of experience and ideas is helpful. 2. Have the sponsor outline the specifi

Re: [OSList] Origins of Open Space

2020-01-29 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Feeling was 100% mutual. And I wrote a blog post about it as well. http://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/harrison-owen-and-getting-out-of-the-way/ It was great to see so many of you there too. Chris. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Jan 29, 2020, at 6:55

[OSList] Origin story telling call with Harrison Owen

2020-01-15 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Hi all. My friends at Beehive Productions and I are hosting a two hour call with Harrison to hear some of the deep origin stories of Open Space Technology. This will be a lovely chance to hear some of the stories you have heard about first hand from Harrison himself. Join us for a lovely chat

Re: [OSList] Happy birthday Harrison

2019-12-02 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Happy birthday Harrison! You continue you to be the inspiration for my work, and without ever having stumbled upon your work through Ann Stadler and Angeles Arrien, I never would have recognized what is mine to do in the world. Enjoy your day. Chris > On Dec 2, 2019, at 9:40 AM, Peggy Holma

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 103, Issue 7

2019-11-15 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
It’s certainly better that people open more space than don’t open more space. Even clumsily, even rebranded, even badly. Anyone with a good heart and a good brain can do it, so I’m told. And free to boot! What a gift! :-) Chris > On Nov 15, 2019, at 10:17 AM, Harrison Owen via OSList > wr

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 102, Issue 15

2019-10-17 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
ho > > From: OSList [mailto:oslist-boun...@lists.openspacetech.org] On Behalf Of > Chris Corrigan via OSList > Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2019 3:30 PM > To: World wide Open Space Technology email list > Cc: Chris Corrigan > Subject: Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 102, Issue 1

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 102, Issue 15

2019-10-17 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I just tried it. .com goes to your website. .org goes to the worldwide site Looks good to me _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Oct 17, 2019, at 12:21 PM, Harrison Owen via OSList > wrote: > >  > Just curious… tried to reach openspaceworld.com and .or

Re: [OSList] Invitation formulation

2019-10-17 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
This formulation from Harrison is powerful two reasons: 1. It is to the point and captures very simply the purpose of the gathering and 2. It is an entirely practical question. I love beautifully worded questions like Mary Oliver’s classic “What will do with your one wild and precious life?” but

Re: [OSList] Urgency criterion?

2019-10-10 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
invitation and the process looks after itself. Chris. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Oct 10, 2019, at 7:43 AM, Barry Owen via OSList > wrote: > > My 1st thought: Don't confuse "Important" with "urgent". I feel that Urgency

Re: [OSList] Back to OSLIST

2019-09-27 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Welcome back Artie! _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Sep 27, 2019, at 4:48 AM, Artur Silva via OSList > wrote: > > Dear Friends of OSLIST, > > After a sick period, I'm back on this list - and back to business. And as > someone once wrote that

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 101, Issue 5

2019-09-15 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Sep 15, 2019, at 1:36 PM, Harrison Owen via OSList > wrote: > > Turns out wheel chairs can be an advantage… People get out of the way, and if > your good on two wheels, you can go like hell. I have a nephew who has never > walk

Re: [OSList] Okay...Forget Certification then...How about Co-Creating a NEW OST ASSOCIATION? Such as...THE International Association for Peace and Human Understanding...?

2019-08-21 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Right here. Here are the links for the Tao of Holding Space and if you’d like a beautiful designed copy email me for details. http://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/the-tao-of-holding-space/ Chris _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Aug 21, 2019, at 11:38 AM, Harri

Re: [OSList] What does holding space involve - with a nudge

2019-08-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I’ll offer my thoughts on this question through this link: http://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/the-tao-of-holding-space/ There you will find links to the Tao of Holding Space in English and Chinese. Chris > On Aug 19, 2019, at 9:59 AM, Marai Kiele via OSList > wrote: > > > Greetings, >

Re: [OSList] Okay...Forget Certification then...How about Co-Creating a NEW OST ASSOCIATION? Such as...THE International Association for Peace and Human Understanding...?

2019-08-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
if you want certification. I find myself constantly wanting to defend this radical openness. Mark, what is behind your string desire for something more formal than what we already have? Chris. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Aug 19, 2019, at 8:29 AM, Mark Carmel

Re: [OSList] Why CERTIFICATION makes sense considering this conversation on Mission, Vision Strategy Plans, etc.

2019-08-14 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Inspired by Harrison’s reflections here, I’ll offer one final thought on this thread, and then I’m out. This is a well known story that is often used to apply to gossip, but I believe can be applied to the folly of trying to capture and encase what Harrison and and few thousand other people hav

Re: [OSList] Why CERTIFICATION makes sense considering this conversation on Mission, Vision Strategy Plans, etc.

2019-08-14 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
You do realize that Jesus never certified practitioners of Christianity, right? And that subsequent attempts to do so basically created a toxic blending of Church and Empire that contributed to mass amounts of suffering through incredibly toxic and psychopathic uses of power and control for most

Re: [OSList] OST for Mission/Vision and Strategic Planning?

2019-08-09 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Yessir. One of my favourite stories was working with a local health board to do just that. There was lots in their annual plan that had already been decided but there were several areas of emerging strategy that needed to be looked at including labour relations, policy development, Human Res

Re: [OSList] The Triumph of Truth Over Error...Chime in if that's OKAY with YOU? What do you say we raise some SERIOUS money OFFICIALLY training and certifying ALL the GOOD SPIRITS among us mortals to

2019-08-01 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I strongly agree with Koos. No. Chris Corrigan. > On Aug 1, 2019, at 1:10 PM, Koos de Heer via OSList > wrote: > > No thanks. I suggest you scan the archive of this list at > http://lists.openspacetech.org/pipermail/oslist-openspacetech.org/ > <http://lists.opensp

Re: [OSList] WOSonOS 2005 Nova Scotia - do you remember

2019-07-15 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
the Moscow deep, and there is a bit of a sacred trust in taking responsibility for this gathering. Chris _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Jul 15, 2019, at 11:28 AM, Marai Kiele via OSList > wrote: > > That’s exactly what I am intending to describe in my

Re: [OSList] WOSonOS 2005 Nova Scotia - do you remember

2019-07-14 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I remember 2005…it was celebrating Harrison’s 65th birthday I think too (or was it 70th? I just know it was significant). I wrote a song for him based on a Nova Scotia folks song…I’ll look through my old note books and see if I still have the lyrics. I was so nervous to sing it! I thin I reh

Re: [OSList] Who Opens the Space?

2019-05-17 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Inspired by Dee Hock, these days maybe I’ll say that the space is always infinitely open and as a host of an Open Space Technology meeting, my job is to work with sponsors and participants close it down in a way that allows for good work to be done. I use the boundaries of time and space, and th

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 97, Issue 13

2019-05-16 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Wow. Boise. What prompted that move? C _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On May 16, 2019, at 4:12 AM, Michael M Pannwitz via OSList > wrote: > > Dear Mark, > > I assume that its not distraction that prevents people from listening. > My observation

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 97, Issue 13

2019-05-15 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
On this page I have a basic outline for the script I use, plus a video of me doing it: http://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/open-space-resources/ Chris > On May 15, 2019, at 5:41 PM, Mark Carmel via OSList > wrote: > > That

Re: [OSList] One thing less to do and other neat ideas from the field of experience and practice

2019-04-14 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Sure. And some are just sad right now and will be happier later. Bottom line, is that they have lived their entire lives with their own emotional landscape. If they come to an Open Space I am running I expect they will keep on living. Chris _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com

Re: [OSList] One thing less to do and other neat ideas from the field of experience and practice

2019-04-14 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
“don’t trust the process, trust the people.” I do. I trust them deeply. Chris. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Apr 13, 2019, at 8:20 PM, Harold Shinsato via OSList > wrote: > > Dear Michael, > > This inquiry inspires me to write something.

Re: [OSList] How long for opening for smaller group?

2019-04-10 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
“The punishment for not sharing learning is severe...” and atonement available through glasses of beer is an excellent rule for a community of practice! Chris _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Apr 11, 2019, at 8:12 AM, Michael M Pannwitz via OSList > wrote: >

Re: [OSList] Feedback Requested on OST Invitation

2019-02-25 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
This is a lovely, simple, and to the point invitation Jake. Thumbs up from me. Chris > On Feb 25, 2019, at 4:17 PM, Jake Yeager via OSList > wrote: > > Hi everyone, > > I've composed my first OST invitation and would love your feedback. I > reproduced the invitation below. It will be includ

Re: [OSList] Report From The Field

2019-01-09 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Probe-Sense-Respond, actually. At least for complex problems. Cynefin is actually a decision making framework that points to the kinds of ways of showing up depending on the type of problem you’re facing. Chris _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Jan 9, 2019, at 11:03

Re: [OSList] Invitation questions for alumni network

2018-12-17 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Think about this network of people coming together. What are the conversations you are dying to have? Chris > On Dec 17, 2018, at 1:23 PM, Thomas Perret via OSList > wrote: > > Hello all, > > I’m hosting an open space for a network of scholarship alumni, with very > interesting people from

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 92, Issue 5

2018-12-11 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
e > chinese to translate open space practice (catalogue living examples they > scale across a fifth of the world's people) back into english ! -sorry just > my naughty cents worth from a washington dc that is pretty scarily closed in > 99% of policy meetings as well as schooling

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 92, Issue 5

2018-12-05 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
particular thing s that stand out for you? Chris. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Dec 5, 2018, at 5:58 AM, Bhavesh Patel via OSList > wrote: > > Hi Friends, > > I am bringing my good friend Kaarel from Wikimedia into the conversation to > answer T

Re: [OSList] canadian tables

2018-12-04 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
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Re: [OSList] canadian tables

2018-12-04 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
e and one we often delegate to others! > > Regards > Rob > > On 4 Dec 2018, at 7:20 am, Jeff Aitken via OSList > mailto:oslist@lists.openspacetech.org>> > wrote: > >> I sent a photo of Chris Corrigan in Canada with Canadian Tables ! but the >> file

Re: [OSList] canadian tables

2018-12-03 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
That was remarkable...! And for those that didn’t know him, Brian was a Catholic priest, for whom wearing black was not his usual practice. But that day he was clearly there with us. What a fun trip that was. Chris _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Dec 3, 2018, a

Re: [OSList] canadian tables

2018-12-03 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
ist > wrote: > > I sent a photo of Chris Corrigan in Canada with Canadian Tables ! but the > file size sent it to the list moderator. > > Portable tables are set up on their ends to make 2 meter tall portable walls > perfect for os agenda making! > > Jeff > San Fran

Re: [OSList] Happy Birthday Harrison!

2018-12-01 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Many happy returns Harrison. Happy returns to Maine, to Open Space, to this community that loves you, to the people you cherish. May you stop for a moment today to feel the love and respect and admiration coming your way. Chris > On Dec 1, 2018, at 6:29 PM, Suzanne Daigle via OSList > wrote

Re: [OSList] conversation & listening in Pittsburgh

2018-11-01 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
The agreements I use for almost all dialogue are: Speak from your own experience Listen to understand Be aware of your impact. Simple and a kind invitation to engage. Chris _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Nov 1, 2018, at 2:48 PM, Tricia Chirumbole via OSL

Re: [OSList] Marking a New National/Regional Educational Policy -examples of Open Space meeting being set up?

2018-10-30 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I’ve used Open Space as a part of policy making work in the following contexts: * Working with the Ministry of Advanced Education in British Columbia on Aboriginal post-secondary education policy * Working with two alternative school programs in North Vancouver and Bowen Island, British Columbia

Re: [OSList] Welcoming WOSonOS 2019 to the U.S.

2018-10-24 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Congratulations. Having provided that talking stick to our community back in 2001 when we hosted in Vancouver, let me say how pleased I am that you have received it and that it continues to wing it’s way around the world. Let us know the dates as soon as you can. It would be quite fun to come

Re: [OSList] Papers and writing about opening space

2018-07-10 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Happy to share experiences and stories John. Sounds like a great project and this stuff is starting to happen all over British Columbia, as a result of governments and other entities who are taking seriously the calls to action from our Truth and Reconciliation commission and process. Chris

Re: [OSList] Papers and writing about opening space

2018-07-09 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Micheal’s description below is helpful, and I will add that the form of complexity being researched by the Santa Fe institute is computational complexity, which is valuable but not completely the way that human systems operate. This map does a really good job at articulating the various curre

Re: [OSList] Papers and writing about opening space

2018-07-04 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
.pdf There are other resources and publications on my website as well that are less academic in nature: http://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/books-and-papers/ Cheers. Chris. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Jul 4, 2018, at 5:57 AM, Royle, Karl via OSList >

Re: [OSList] Good questions for a OS

2018-06-11 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
As always, the question depends on the need and purpose of the Open Space. Basically I always work with clients to clearly speak the necessity for the meeting. Way do you need to do this now? Why are you using open space? And then from a purpose perspective I ask what are you trying to do her

Re: [OSList] The art of invitation video_two small tips_ideas you found along the way?

2018-04-25 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
In the work we did around that course, we came up with a simple acronym to describe the work of invitation: VALUE Here’s a bit about that: Invitation is a VERB: If you are inviting people to a gathering using a single static email or a poster, you aren’t doing enough, in my experience. Invita

Re: [OSList] back full circle about 'planning meeting'

2018-04-03 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I love that picture! I still use my own version of it as an icon when I am sketching something for a “planning meeting.” Thanks for the memories! Chris > On Apr 3, 2018, at 10:13 AM, Birgitt Williams via OSList > wrote: > > Dear friends and colleagues, > Some of you joined us for the online

Re: [OSList] Hope Never Dies!

2018-04-03 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Good lord. I think that "Open Space with a twist” is what is currently known as “A Conference.” Shocking really. Chris > On Apr 3, 2018, at 11:00 AM, Phelim McDermott via OSList > wrote: > > If it doesn’t walk like a duck and doesn’t quack like a duck... > > It’s not a duck. > > Best rega

Re: [OSList] OST and what makes team work successful

2018-03-20 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I’ve been deeply influenced over the years by Christina Baldwin’s principle that “no one person can be responsible for the safety of the group, but a group can learn to take responsibility for it’s own safety.” I too think that the principles of Open Space allow for the right balance for individ

Re: [OSList] What is y/our biggest vision for OST ?

2018-03-01 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Like Birgitt and Harrison, I’ve been a pretty “pure drop” practitioner of OST, although that hasn’t stopped me from doing other things in and around OST events and trying them with interesting constraints. As a single method, it is a highly polished jewel and has terrific applicability to a num

Re: [OSList] Two things

2018-02-27 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Sigh. I have no idea why people insists on putting old wine in new wine skins. C _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Feb 27, 2018, at 5:25 PM, Jeff Aitken via OSList > wrote: > > Thanks Kevin! > > Raised hopes, but then found that the unconference

Re: [OSList] OSList Digest, Vol 82, Issue 3 re: conflict, conflict resolution, avoidance and Open Space

2018-02-04 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I’ve been really enjoying this conversation. I have indeed been part of conflict resolutions where there was constrained space to move. Mediation on a job and litigation as well as restorative practice (conflict resolution circles). I believe that working with constraints is a high art of lead

Re: [OSList] OST encourages avoidance of conflict

2018-01-30 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
anyone who think that Dave believes Open Space doesn’t have utility is also wrong. He believes that it’s useful for certain things in certain contexts and not in others. On that we all agree, I would think. Chris. _ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Jan 30, 2018, at 2

Re: [OSList] Thinking...

2017-11-06 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
The piece so resonates with me and the more recent Stuart Kauffman book called “Reinventing the Sacred” wherein he talks about the inevitability of a creative universe, emergent and unfolding, life giving at every opportunity… Hosting the sacred is my highest purpose. Thanks for your reflection

Re: [OSList] Lisa Carlson

2017-11-03 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Ah… I remember Lisa too. I joined the community just at the end of the TMN days, in the mid nineties, as the OSLIST was becoming the way we stayed connected. She was so important to this global community. We may have all found each other some other way, but I think, as Micheal said, TMN and h

Re: [OSList] what convergence after 3 OS events ?

2017-10-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
re the ones that > see something that can contribute to the whole. > Thanks for the way you frame it. > > > > >> Le 19 oct. 2017 à 21:11, Chris Corrigan > <mailto:chris.corri...@gmail.com>> a écrit : >> >> I’d do the three Open Spaces and the

Re: [OSList] what convergence after 3 OS events ?

2017-10-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I’d do the three Open Spaces and then have the conveners of each session invited to a single follow up session to look over the report and help feed into the overall reinvention strategy. This would be based on the idea that the ones who call conversations are seeing something that can contribu

[OSList] Remembering Chris

2017-09-22 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I’ve added a blog post to the dozens of remembrances for Chris that are swirling around the globe today. If anyone is attending his memorial in Asheville, please share this with them. http://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/it-rains-in-the-forest-long-after-the-sky-has-cleared/

Re: [OSList] Chris Weaver

2017-09-21 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Love this Christy. I'm at a loss. Chris was dear to me in those years as well sharing poems and beautiful images and mutual friends. And I too never got to meet him in person. Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Sep 21, 2017, at 4:50 PM, Christy Lee-Engel vi

Re: [OSList] OS design questions

2017-09-16 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Yes. The only issue with a large conference is that people often forgot what they posted, when and where and so on. In my experience You still need to do an opening if you want everyone to be really ground in their responsibility. Chris. ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com

Re: [OSList] conference stories

2017-09-08 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I have done dozens of conferences in OS, as have probably many of us. Is there something you are looking for specifically or an application in mind? And particular kinds of stories? Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Sep 8, 2017, at 1:51 AM, Michael Wood via OSL

Re: [OSList] Open Space in Charlottesville

2017-08-31 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Instead of inviting questions, ask for a show of hands from everyone who has enough clarity to proceed. Ask people to hold their hands high. Then tell everyone that if you have a question about how things will work, ask one of the people with their hands held up. Chris. ___ CHRIS

Re: [OSList] Open Space and Introverts

2017-08-26 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
r own experience and listen as they tell me what's up for them. I have done several hundred open space events and I can categorically say that some people like it and some don't. And they all have their own reasons. Chris. ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Aug

[OSList] Open Space Technology deep dive, June 1-2, Vancouver

2017-04-10 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Please join me in Vancouver for a deep dive into Open Space. You can learn more about my own 22 year history and curiosity with Open Space here: http://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot/learn-about-open-space/ The workshop is o

Re: [OSList] What happens after Open Space? Any case studies on this?

2017-03-16 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
ittle more thinking (or opened space as Bhav notes) is always a good idea. :) Chris _______ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Mar 16, 2017, at 6:40 AM, Harrison Owen wrote: > > ChrisYou can make it all infinitely complex… which usually results in > g. > Qu

Re: [OSList] What happens after Open Space? Any case studies on this?

2017-03-15 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
? These questions might now help you to frame the action plan going forward. Chris. ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Mar 15, 2017, at 1:26 PM, Meredith Woolard via OSList > wrote: > > Hello! > My company recently held a very successful Open Space and we are n

[OSList] OST learning workshop, Vancouver June 1-2 2017

2017-03-08 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Greeting colleagues: I’ll be hosting a two day deep dive into using Open Space Technology June 1-2 in Vancouver BC. This is a couple of days that will be useful for new and experienced practitioners alike. New practitioners will have a chance to use and experience the process, with good coach

Re: [OSList] OS Hotline - Tuesday Feb 14 @12PM EST :)

2017-02-13 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Welcome! We wrote this 20 years ago…it still seems current enough! http://openspaceworld.org/wp2/oslist/oslist-faq/ Chris > On Feb 13, 2017, at 2:49 PM, Colette Street via OSList > wrote: > > Hello. Newbie here. What is this group's focus a

Re: [OSList] OST for evaluation

2016-10-03 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
That is a good one. The standard text is MICHEAL Quinn Patton's book "Developmental Evaluation" and he has a newer one out as well on stories and cases which is more accessible. Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Oct 3, 2016, at 12:15 PM, An

Re: [OSList] OST for evaluation

2016-10-01 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
ding and sense making. So be deliberate and make sure it's used as a coherent part of a developmental evaluation framework. OST like all Dialogic processes has value for this work in that context. Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Oct 1, 2016, at 10:21 AM, A

Re: [OSList] how can open space connect with the greatest learning generation?

2016-09-30 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
About 12 years ago Michael Herman and I started using "OpenSpaceTech" as a tag and I still use it as a hashtag to this day. _______ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Sep 30, 2016, at 8:00 AM, christopher macrae via OSList > wrote: > > May I share: 1 a ques

Re: [OSList] Safety

2016-09-22 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Two great lessons for me. Christina Baldwin: "no one person can be responsible for the safety of a group but a group can learn to take responsibility for its own safety" Birgitt Williams: " there is always greif in the room." Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chri

Re: [OSList] University training for Open Space Technology?

2016-08-26 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
ersities play a role in this work, but they are a small slice of the ways in which humans share knowledge and develop quality. A program in OST - and this conversation - highlights what some of those limits are. Chris. Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Aug 25,

Re: [OSList] Foo Bar OST Re: What's the difference between BarCamp and OST?

2016-08-22 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I did a podcast conversation with Johnnie Moore and Rob Paterson on July 4 2005 where in we talked about unconferencing and Open Space. http://johnniemoore.com/podcast-unconferencing/ There is some history in that discussion, notably that we wer

Re: [OSList] Accessibility concerns about bending down to pick up paper/pens

2016-08-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
encourage the group to look after each other. _______ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Aug 19, 2016, at 7:38 AM, Birgitt Williams via OSList > wrote: > > Hi all, > I am choosing to answer a question that was not asked. The question is 'what > is needed i

Re: [OSList] Opening Space for Victims of Domestic Violence

2016-08-18 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Aug 18, 2016, at 5:08 AM, Lucas Cioffi via OSList > wrote: > > Hi Folks, > > Has anyone open space for victims of domestic violence? What are the special > considerations that should be taken into account? > > My r

Re: [OSList] Renewing the Mission of the Open Space Institute U.S.

2016-07-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Learning how to facilitate meeting is artisinal knowledge, meaning that you learn it like an art. “Training” is largely a term associated with acquiring technical skills that are easily demonstrated and acquired: how to fasten two pieces of metal together for example. Artisanal knowledge is t

Re: [OSList] Renewing the Mission of the Open Space Institute U.S.

2016-07-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
tions, I would encourage and invite you to reflect on > these questions in separate threads to make the reflections easier to see and > connect with via the subject line. > > I look forward to your reflections! > > Thanks! > Harold > > On 7/19/16 11:13

Re: [OSList] Renewing the Mission of the Open Space Institute U.S.

2016-07-19 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
I like your questions Paul. They’re interesting! Can I add some reflections on them? > On Jul 19, 2016, at 7:06 AM, paul levy via OSList > wrote: > > Harold > > A few more questions ... > > Warm wishes > > Paul > > > Why are we still calling OST a technology ? Still called a technolo

Re: [OSList] New Poet Laureate: The OSLIST Poetry Contest!

2016-07-01 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Congratulations Carmela. Please send me your address and I'll send you a copy of the book! Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Jul 1, 2016, at 7:28 AM, Jeff Aitken via OSList > wrote: > > Carmela Ariza is our new Poet Laureate of the OSLIST. Her

Re: [OSList] who are the right people

2016-06-12 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
this day my mentors and close friends. The deep intensity of the invitation made the deep intentionality of our presence possible. Chris ___ CHRIS CORRIGAN www.chriscorrigan.com > On Jun 12, 2016, at 3:22 PM, Therese Fitzpatrick via OSList > wrote: > > Of course

Re: [OSList] #OSELE16 (4th OS Europena Learning Exchange in Donostia). Reports Drafts. From fear to love: how can Open Space help the ReLovution?

2016-05-18 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
So now your bite is on par with your bark again? Chris > On May 18, 2016, at 10:54 AM, Harrison Owen via OSList > wrote: > > Well done Folks! Sorry I couldn’t be there. But I do have new teeth!! So I > guess I did something worthwhile. > > Harrison > > From: OSList [mailto:oslist-boun...@

Re: [OSList] Do I need therapy for my OST control attitude ?

2016-04-14 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
Been there and felt that! Harrison once said, it’s in those moments you really earn your money. Even if you are volunteering! Thanks for sharing the story. It doesn’t happen often, but when it does, it’s good to know you aren’t the first. Chris > On Apr 14, 2016, at 4:45 AM, Harrison Owe

Re: [OSList] Open Space Technology Training in Vancouver June 2-3, 2016

2016-03-31 Thread Chris Corrigan via OSList
ethod in this deep dive format. We have 20 or so already registered and I think our time together will be rich and interesting. Chris. -- CHRIS CORRIGAN Harvest Moon Consultants Facilitation, Open Space Technology and process design Check www.chriscorrigan.com for upcoming workshops, blog po

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