Agreement-Certainty Matching Matrix
The Agreement-Certainty Matching Matrix helps teams classify challenges as simple, complicated, complex, or chaotic. It is a powerful tool for identifying mismatches between challenges and solutions, enabling participants to develop more effective strategies.
How to run it
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Invite participants to list challenges they face individually. Allow 5 minutes.
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Have participants categorize each challenge on their personal matrix. Allow 5 minutes.
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Ask participants to discuss their categorizations in pairs. Allow 5 minutes.
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Form groups of 4-6 to explore points of agreement and differences. Allow 10 minutes.
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Post challenges on a large wall matrix for collective viewing. Allow 5 minutes.
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In small groups, reflect on visible patterns and mismatches. Allow 5 minutes.
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Convene the whole group to share insights and determine next steps. Allow 10 minutes.
Tips
Ensure clarity on the nature of challenges being discussed.
Encourage participants to avoid quick judgments and explore complex dynamics.
Facilitate open sharing across different organizational levels to uncover diverse perspectives.
Variations
You can focus on a single issue or use this method alongside other Liberating Structures for comprehensive strategy development. Consider creating a follow-up table to track mismatches and action steps.
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