Campfire

How to run it

1. 1

   Before the session, prepare 10–20 trigger words or phrases on sticky notes and display them in the meeting area.

2. 2

   Explain that the session is a 'campfire' for sharing work stories and introduce the 'wall of words.'

3. 3

   Start by picking a word from the wall, sharing a related story, and placing the sticky note in a separate area.

4. 4

   Invite participants to continue by selecting a word from the wall or creating their own, sharing their story, and adding to the 'story thread.'

5. 5

   Encourage participants to listen carefully and note down words or phrases that spark their own stories.

6. 6

   Continue the process, creating a chain of stories, until the session naturally concludes.

7. 7

   Wrap up by inviting reflections or lessons learned from the stories shared.

Tips

• Facilitators should encourage participation and manage the flow of stories to maintain a positive atmosphere.

• Be ready to guide the conversation back to constructive themes if necessary.

• Allow the session to adapt based on group dynamics, and be prepared to contribute your own stories if needed.

Variations

For smaller groups, reduce the number of trigger words and encourage deeper discussions. Alternatively, introduce themes or challenges for stories to add variety and focus.