Jake, thanks for the post
I'm in general agreement with the idea that OST is not a thing; it's a
way of looking at the world around us and finding satisfying ways to
work in it. (I resist turning too many nouns into verbs! :-) )
I also agree that many (most?) clients either don't know the term,
misunderstand it, and don't care much about methodology... at least not
at first. They want a better understanding their own situation and
figuring out what, if anything, to do about it. They also want to get a
sense of how we might be helpful.
I prefer to talk in terms of outcomes or creating new narratives more
than solving problems.
I do share the core values and beliefs that inform how I view the world
and work with client systems. Those values, beliefs and methods have
been informed by the likes of Harrison, Meg Wheatley, Carolyn
Lukensmeyer, Barbara Bunker, David Cooperider, Barry Oshry, Marv
Weisbord, Fred Emery, Bob Rehm, Ralph Copleman, Lisa Kimball and June
Holley... to name a few.
I am looking forward to our gathering in October. I used to be a regular
in the early days, and have maintained my connection with you all
through this list.
Shalom,
Chris Kloth
Principal/Lead Consultant
ChangeWorks of the Heartland
254 South Merkle Road
Columbus, OH 43209-1801
Ph: 614-239-1336
Fax: 614-237-2347
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.got2change.com
On 10/4/2019 7:34 PM, Jake Yeager via OSList wrote:
Hi everyone,
Some thoughts that might stimulate conversation:
* Open Space is not a "thing": it's a way of working. Open Space is
probably more properly a verb, such as "We're open-spacing..."
* Minimize the use of the term "Open Space": it's alien to most
people, and it reinforces the notion that it is a "thing" that you
"do"
* Let an organization give this way of working it's own name if it wants
* Focus on the problems I can help an organization with and on
possible outcomes: do not focus on the process
* Discuss my fundamental beliefs with the client
1. Everyone wants to participate in creating their own future
2. All answers are within
* How to make sure you work in alignment with belief #1 (from Meg
Wheatley)
o Everyone who cares is invited
o Everyone dialogues and connects with many others
o Everyone creates the organization's future
Have a great weekend!
All the best,
Jake
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