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Project Point of Departure

This method helps individuals and teams outline the framework, goals, and initial steps for their project. Participants will answer a series of focused questions, capturing the insights in a shareable digital format.

Durée
30m–2h
Taille du groupe
2–10 people
CCBY-SA 4.0

Comment l'animer

  1. 1

    Gather the project team and conduct a brief check-in to ensure everyone is focused.

  2. 2

    Introduce the session's objective: to establish a clear structure and direction for the project.

  3. 3

    Explain that you will discuss nine questions, record the answers on paper, and later transfer them to a digital document.

  4. 4

    Encourage the group to stand around a whiteboard or flipchart to maintain high energy.

  5. 5

    Set up a 'Parking Lot' for off-topic questions and concerns to address later.

  6. 6

    Agree on the total time available and allocate it equally across the eight questions.

  7. 7

    As the facilitator, keep the conversation focused, and consider taking notes or managing time.

  8. 8

    Display the questions and guide the group through them one at a time.

Conseils

  • Use a timer to keep discussions on track within the allotted time for each question.

  • Maintain enthusiasm by periodically checking in with participants about their thoughts.

  • Ensure everyone has the opportunity to contribute to the conversation.

Variantes

You can adapt this method by using digital tools for virtual collaboration, allowing remote teams to participate seamlessly.

Contextes d'utilisation

team kickoffstrategy planningproject initiationretrospective closinggoal setting

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Method descriptions on Workshop Weaver are original content written by our team, based on established facilitation practices. This method was inspired by work from SessionLab. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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