040 - Part 2: What if we could not use sticky notes? - with Tamara Eberle

On episode 040, I speak with Tamara Eberle, trainer and facilitator of Design Charrettes and Organizational Game Designs. Our interview comes in two parts: one introduction into serious games and one deep dive into a world without sticky notes! In part one, we speak about "serious games" as an alternative to the usual workshop design. You will learn the difference between 'gamification' of a process and a 'serious game' used to clarify or define a process. Tamara also answers the question for what kind of questions and challenges games can be a suitable option. Since serious games help the group to suspend reality and approach their topic from a new angle, they might not be for everyone. So, don't miss the part when Tamara explains how to distinguish "game-clients" and "non-game clients" and what it takes to turn the latter into the former.In part two, we dive deeply into the conversations about sticky notes: what makes them such an inherent part of almost every workshop and what can we do if we weren't allowed to use any?Don't miss the part when Tamara shares her anecdotes about a client who asked her to design a 3-days workshop without a single sticky note!Click here to download the free 1-page summaryDon’t miss the next show: Subscribe to the show with your favourite podcast player.Feeling inspired by the conversation in this episode? We can have our own - take a seat at my virtual table as part of a Mastermind Group. Questions and Answers (Part 2) [8:55] How much flexibility in terms of agenda adjustments do games leave to the facilitator?[15:43] How can we replace the unconscious, cultural role that sticky notes play in our facilitation routines?[18:37] Sticky notes are a great tool for introverts. How can you replace that?? [26:45] What's your favourite (non-game) exercise?[33:03] What makes a workshop fail? [39:40] What shall the listener take away from our conversation?    Links to check Tamara's business page: www.tractionstrategy.caThe Danish company Workz that offers “storylines” for prototyping and story mapping For Tamara's Traction Toolbox Workshop, contact her directly: [email protected] McGroundworkBook about the Power of sticky notes "Sticky Creativity: Post-it Note Cognition, Computers, and Design" Edited by Bo T. Christensen, Kim Halskov, Clemens N. KlokmoseIAF annual conferencePhoto Card Deck by The ParagrapSupport the Show.**Click here to navigate through all episodes via this interactive podcast map.**If you're inspired by our podcast and crave similar conversations, consider joining Dr Myriam Hadnes' NeverDoneBefore Facilitation Community. **If you're keen to master the art of facilitation, discover our expert-led live, online Facilitation Courses at the NDB Academy. **If you enjoy the show, consider a one-off donation and contribute to the ongoing costs of running the podcast.