What would Google DO? Cathedral Coffee Chat

December 19, 2024

Community Work

Robert Rasmussen and Per Kristiansen

EN | Keywords: Community, Simple Guiding Principles, SGP, AT7 The session's focus on community building is introduced. The importance of simple guiding principles is emphasized. The cathedral metaphor is introduced for community building. It emphasizes that building a cathedral requires collaboration and extends beyond individual efforts. Simple guiding principles for decision-making are discussed. The importance of adapting to changes in decision-making processes is highlighted. Fast-distributed decision-making is emphasized. Local conditions can lead to different decisions. Identical solutions are necessary in certain industries. Variations in decision-making are not ideal. Guiding principles can deliver effective results. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding market conditions. The concept of beauty in complexity is introduced. A guiding principle for decision-making is emphasized. The difference between robustness and antifragility is explained. A metaphor of a tree is used to illustrate resilience. Three essential pillars for construction are discussed. The integrity of building methods is emphasized as crucial. A belief in untapped potential within individuals is expressed. The importance of shared values and contributions is highlighted. The quality of meetings is deemed more important than their quantity. Sustainable solutions arise from collective contributions. The concept of social capital is introduced. It emphasizes relationships and cooperation within organizations. Four questions are proposed to measure social capital. These questions assess trust and fairness in the organization. Three guiding principles for organizational structure are outlined. These principles focus on balance, trust, and minimizing hierarchy. The concept of integrity in building methods is discussed. Fairness, cooperation, and trust are emphasized as foundational elements. The importance of problem-solving over traditional training is highlighted. It is stated that training should be approached in a problem-solving manner. A distinction is made between knowledge and understanding. The backward bicycle concept illustrates this difference. Knowledge is highlighted as not fully integrated. The importance of transforming knowledge into understanding is emphasized. LEGO Serious Play is discussed as a training method. The approach can facilitate learning and behavioral change.