Chapter: Knowledge Café Variations

In my opinion, the most fruitful and natural play of the mind is in conversation. I find it sweeter than any other action in life; and if I were forced to choose, I think I would rather lose my sight than my hearing and voice.

Credit: Michel de Montaigne (1533 – 1592) French writer & philosopher

In this chapter, I take a look at the different ways in which a Café may be adapted and run or similar methods to the Knowledge Café such as the World Café.

Knowledge Café Design

Knowledge Café Space

Introduction: Knowledge Café Variations ** There are many variations of the Knowledge Café concept

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Espresso Café Espresso has more caffeine per unit volume than most coffee beverages

Introduction: Knowledge Café Variations ** Knowledge Café Debate Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter Sometimes, particularly in a conference, there is not enough time to run a full Knowledge Café. An Espresso Café can be run in as little as half-an-hour. The duration of a Knowledge Café can last from 1 to 3 hours … Continue reading Espresso Café Espresso has more caffeine per unit volume than most coffee beverages

Ritual Dissent Café ** A Café style adaptation of the Ritual Dissent process

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Café Style Meetings Hold conversations, not meetings

Ritual Dissent Café ** Introduction: Knowledge Café Variations ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter In our daily work, face-to-face group meetings – such as board meetings, staff meetings, team meetings, management meetings, and project meetings – are where many of our conversations take place. These meetings often consume a significant portion of our … Continue reading Café Style Meetings Hold conversations, not meetings

Knowledge Café Design

Knowledge Café Space