Voicing a proposal
If during the meeting you have an idea that you'd like the group to adopt, clearly state it beginning with "I propose we ...". This signifies you have a complete idea that you think is a good idea. If you're just looking for opinions, instead ask "What do you think about ...?"
Expressing resistance
If someone has made a proposal as above, you will be asked to express if you have any resistance towards it. This is simply done by raising one hand - you do not need to have a reason or even an alternative proposal to express resistance.
No resistance
If no one raises a hand to indicate resistance, someone will read it out and it becomes a group decision.
Resistance → Quick syscon
If just one hand is raised in resistance, Quick Systemic consensus begins. Someone will start forming the ballot: a list of options that the meeting members can rate. The original proposal will first be recorded, the topic will then be summarised based on that proposal and two control options will be added:
- Passive solution: the decision to keep things as they are. This solution is often 'it's not clear'.
- Deepen process: the decision will be continued outside the meeting using a deeper process, online syscon unless specified otherwise.
Now you will be asked if you have any other proposals to add. If you do, clearly state it beginning with "I propose we ...". You have the option to amend or remove your proposal. You may ask others to clarify their proposal if it's not clear and you may state a short, personal opinion if you feel it's relevant - but you may not discuss the proposals further than that (the time for more relaxed dialogue is during the meeting).
Once all proposals have been collected you will be able to rate the proposals based on how much you resist their implementation. Each proposal will be read out in turn and you will then be asked to rate after each - this is done silently sith your hands:
- No resistance (0). Keep both of your hands in your lap
- Some resistance (1). Raise one hand clearly above your head, keep your other hand in your lap.
- Lots of resistance (2). Raise both hands clearly above your head.
The option with least cumulative resistance will be selected. If there is a tie, the tied options will be read out and rated again based on enthusiasm (raised hands meaning 'I like it!')
Back to meeting
After the decision has been announced, the meeting will continue where it left off.
Tips
*Get the information you need to create a good proposal before you voice it.
