They don't all get along. The stakes are high. The issues are so complex it's hard to see a way through them, and the time for a solution was yesterday. As some individuals enter the room they note who is sitting with whom, and wonder why so-and-so was invited. Everyone can see that this isn't your ordinary conference, meeting or planning group. The room is empty of tables and all the chairs are arranged in one big circle. Well, this is interesting, anyway... (more) (Spanish) (Swedish)

International consultant, facilitator and educator Lisa Heft specializes in the group facilitation method of Open Space Technology as well as in Interactive Learning; she offers consultation, trainer and facilitator training, design and facilitation; also free papers to download on these topics.