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Overview

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Outcomes

Primary Deliverables:
  • Collection of diverse ideas and solutions
  • Identified patterns and themes
  • Prioritized list of actionable concepts
  • Clear next steps for further development
Secondary Benefits:
  • Enhanced team collaboration and creativity
  • Shared understanding of the problem space
  • Increased engagement and ownership
  • Documentation of the ideation process

Objectives

By the end of this exercise, participants will:
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Materials Needed

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Facilitator Tips

Facilitation Guidelines:
  • Keep energy high with clear time boundaries
  • Encourage specific, actionable ideas
  • Use visual cues and timers
  • Maintain focus on the problem statement
Common Challenges:
  • Analysis paralysis: Push for quick ideation
  • Perfectionism: Emphasize quantity over quality
  • Groupthink: Encourage diverse perspectives
  • Off-topic ideas: Gently redirect to the focus area

Phase 1: Setup and Framing (5 minutes)

  • Clearly state the problem or challenge
  • Set ground rules for the exercise
  • Distribute materials to all participants
  • Ensure everyone understands the objective

Phase 2: Individual Ideation (15 minutes)

  • Silent individual brainstorming
  • Generate as many ideas as possible
  • Focus on quantity over quality
  • No discussion or evaluation during this phase
  • Use sticky notes or digital tools for capture

Phase 3: Sharing and Discussion (8 minutes)

  • Each participant shares their top ideas
  • Group similar ideas together
  • Clarify any confusing or unclear concepts
  • Build on others' ideas constructively

Phase 4: Synthesis and Next Steps (2 minutes)

  • Identify the most promising ideas
  • Note patterns and themes
  • Agree on immediate next actions
  • Document outcomes and decisions

Exercise Resources

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Liberating Structures : 1-2-4-ALL
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The 1-2-4-ALL technique addresses the need for the group to self generate ideas in a structured manner and no matter how large the groups actually is. Too many events are too top down, there is not enough opportunity for input and are too loose and too disorganised to generate any valuable input. Using 1-2-4-ALL remedies that and helps include and unleash everyone's ideas using breakout rooms in a formal manner.

video Updated Oct 23, 2025

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