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Ideation Warm-Up ยท Divergent Ideation

TGL: April 2009

Here are some sample situation cards that we used in this game: You bought a software program that helps you write a business plan and typeset it in an attractive format.

5 to 15 minutesTIME
Medium group (9-25), PairsGROUP SIZE
ActiveENERGY
In person, RemoteSETTING
High cognitive loadCOGNITIVE LOAD
Strengthens Participation Architecture This divergent ideation exercise strengthens Participation Architecture, one of the eight Gathering Effectiveness pillars.

How to run it

  1. Here are some sample situation cards that we used in this game:
  2. You bought a software program that helps you write a business plan and typeset it in an attractive format.
  3. Your father-in-law introduces you to a venture capitalist.
  4. The bank that promised you a loan goes out of business.
  5. The name you had selected for your company is already taken. A waste-management company in Alabama is using it.
  6. Guest Gamer Interview with Jay Clancy He has 2020 Hindsight.
  7. Say It Quick Taking a Stand on Meetings by Brian Remer Sometimes it may not be a good idea.
  8. Activities Be a Story Listener by Brian Remer Listeners ask the right questions.
  9. Here are some sample situation cards that we used in this game: You bought a software program that helps you write a business plan and typeset it in an attractive format.
  10. Activities Be a Story Listener by Brian Remer List
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Prompts to use +

You bought a software program that helps you write a business plan and typeset it in an attractive format.

Guest Gamer Interview with Jay Clancy He has 2020 Hindsight.

Say It Quick Taking a Stand on Meetings by Brian Remer Sometimes it may not be a good idea.

Activities Be a Story Listener by Brian Remer Listeners ask the right questions.

Here are some sample situation cards that we used in this game: You bought a software program that helps you write a business plan and typeset it in an attractive format.

Activities Be a Story Listener by Brian Remer List

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Adapt this exercise for my exact room. Exercise: TGL: April 2009. Readiness: Publishable Draft. Core moves: You bought a software program that helps you write a business plan and typeset it in an attractive format.; Guest Gamer Interview with Jay Clancy He has 2020 Hindsight.; Say It Quick Taking a Stand on Meetings by Brian Remer Sometimes it may not be a good idea.; Activities Be a Story Listener by Brian Remer Listeners ask the right questions.. Return a concise facilitator script with timing, wording, safety notes, and remote/in-person adjustments.

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