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Quick systemic consensus Systemic Consensus is a  consent-oriented decision making method for finding the most acceptable option for a group by identifying the option with the least resistance. It is designed for lighter decisions matters and meetings where time and attention is are precious. This mini-guide provides you with enough understanding to participate in a scenario where quick syscon is in useQuick SysCon.

Voicing a proposal

If you have a proposal that you'd like the group to adopt, clearly state it beginning with "I propose ..." - this signifies you have a complete idea that you support. (If you're just looking for opinions, ask something like "What do you think about ...?")

Expressing resistance

If someone has made a proposal, you will be asked to express any personal resistance towards it. This is done by silently raising one hand - you do not need to have a logical reason or an alternative proposal in order to express resistance.

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If no one raises a hand, the proposal becomes the group decision.

Resistance → Quick

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SysCon

If one or more hands are raised, Quick Systemic consensus  Quick SysCon begins. The original proposal will first be written down, then the topic will be summarized from that proposal and two control options will be added:

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