Full Circle Associates

So, a bit more about the debrief of this month's first "Seattle Mind Camp." We did a debrief session at the event and captured the notes, so last night we added on the things that folks blogged about after the event and our own observations. It is great to be able to tap into a group's mind via their blogs (Great debrief, Scott!) after an event. Built in evaluation tools without all those nasty forms and surveys! We are thinking about MindCamp 2 and we are weaving in the great suggestions. (And yes, there will be news soon on Camp2!)

There were two things that most caught my interest.

1. The need to more clearly communicate both expectations and details -- even with an Open Space style event. For example, helping folks who have never been in Open Space get a sense of what it is about. But also more concrete prep things like telling folks to bring their toys (hardware, software, etc.)

2. As always, helping a group connect individual to individual. Some folks are great networkers. Other's aren't. The magic of these events is connecting to other folks. So always ALWAYS pay attention to both the structure and processes that encourage connection. So we are thinking about pre and post online options, ways to encourage connections with alternatives to large group introductions, etc.

More news...Andru, our erstwhile leader, pointed us to the 'hot off the computer' Seattle Mind Camp Mini-Documentary Video:

"I gotta give props to my friends Jesse and Nate of Hidden Frame Productions for taking the time to put this video together. They did their best to capture the overall vibe and energy that went on at Seattle Mind Camp, whether you were there, or if you missed it, you should take a look at the mini documentary.

Only downside of the documentary? As usual, I look like a dork. I guess that's ok at a geek event!

I had to head home before the guys broke out the XBox 360. Some days I shake my head. I have game-loving boys at home and what do I do? Go join a committee of more geek game loving guys!

Categories: unconference, seattlemindcamp, mindcamp