The Method Skeptic

Someone questions the exercise itself: why sticky notes, why this format, why now. It's usually a fair question you skipped answering when you set the activity up. Give them the reason and a proof point, ask for one round, and stay open to the chance they're right.

Say this — right now

Fair question, [Name]. This format gets every idea on the wall with equal weight - not just the loudest voices. Try one round, then tell me if it's not earning its time.

Word for word is fine. The room won't know.

Work the move

01Explain the why before each activity, not after
02If it hits mid-activity, pause and problem-solve together
03Offer a proof point from a past session
04If the concern is valid, flex: "What would feel better?"

Next time —

Explain your methodology and its track record in the opening

Still in your hand

Blank Stares

No one responding to question

Question Overload

Too many questions at once

Losing the Room

General disengagement

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How the cards work

Recognize the moment

Each card is triggered by a specific challenge you're watching unfold in the room — a silence, a dominator, a stalled decision.

Pull the move

Each card gives you an exact phrase to say, plus detailed tips and a prevention strategy for next time.

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