i'm coming for 10 minutes, then i have to leave, so essentially i'll
be a no. this will open up one spot.

Dale Saviers
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On Jan 3, 2008 5:57 PM, Scott Berkun <[address removed]> wrote:
> Hi gang:
>
> A few months ago we switched the group from a limit of 12 per meetup down to
> 6. It had the desired effect: a consistently good, managable, fun
> conversation for those who come.
>
> The downside (duh) is that only 6 people can make it each month, which I
> admit is lame.
>
> Here's why I've resisted (despite valid complaints from Will and others):
>
> The Socrates cafe model is based on facilitation. Someone has to be the
> gentle moderator, generating the topic list, introducing people, keeping the
> vibe friendly and open, and bringing the conversation back to the Socratic
> model when things get heated or too personal. (For those laughing - yes,
> this is what I'm supposed to be doing at these things).
>
> If I know folks are willing to step up if the need arises, I'm happy to make
> the meetup larger, and split up as necessary to keep the sizes right.
>
> So if you're willing to lead a discussion should the need arise, speak up.
> If I get a bunch of folks I'll open up the size. (Bonus points if you're
> read the Socrates Cafe book).
>
> Make sense? Feel free to reply all to the mailing list if you have opinions
> on this, or other aspects on this meetup. Cheers,
>
> -Scott
>
> The Redmond Socrates Cafe Meetup Group
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