Collaboration.

Collaboration needs a common question and a clear way for people to contribute. Before opening a group meeting, decide whether you are gathering ideas, reviewing evidence, or making a choice. Give participants the information they need to take part and explain how contributions will enter the discussion. The facilitation guide offers a process for moving from individual observations to a decision the group can confirm.

These articles help connect the conversation to the surrounding work. Consider who maintains the shared notes, who advances the material, and who follows unresolved questions afterward. Choose controls and working conventions that make those responsibilities easier to carry out. Our multi-person meeting overview helps you evaluate the practical setup. When reviewing a session, ask which contribution was difficult to make and what specific change would make that contribution easier next time.