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.


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

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Knowledge Café Debate Debate sharpens up the important aspects of the issue under discussion

Espresso Café Ritual Dissent Café ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close A Knowledge Café usually begins with a short talk and a question, but there are other ways to set the context. A Café Debate introduces Continue reading Knowledge Café Debate Debate sharpens up the important aspects of the issue under discussion

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Café Style Meetings Hold conversations, not meetings

In our daily work, many conversations occur in face-to-face group meetings, such as board meetings, staff meetings, team meetings, management meetings, and project meetings. These meetings often consume a significant portion of our work time, but unfortunately, they are rarely productive or satisfying. There is a pressing need to improve these meetings. That’s where Conversational Leadership can … Continue reading Café Style Meetings Hold conversations, not meetings