Sociocracy Workshops
Why sociocracy?
Most organizations get stuck between two bad options: top-down decisions that people resist, or consensus that leads to watered-down compromises and endless meetings.
Sociocracy offers a third way – a proven governance system that distributes power while keeping decisions efficient. it is used in nonprofits, business, cooperatives, intentional communities, activist groups.
In a one-day workshop, you will learn how to:
- Make decisions swiftly where everyone’s concerns are heard and integrated
- Organize your team into self-managing roles and circles with clear authority
- Resolve objections constructively instead of letting them derail progress
- Create a culture where people are genuinely empowered, not just consulted
You’ll leave with practical tools you can start using right way.
A typical workshop
My sociocracy workshops are highly participatory, experiential, practical, collaborative, with a good balance of following the participants’ interests while making sure all basics are covered.
Since I love following people’s real-life challenges, I always leave time to answer questions that arise.
What people say
“Ted, I loved everything about this class… what you taught, your interactive style of teaching that is so authentic, in the moment, aha moments for you and for your students. Can’t think of how it could have been improved upon.”
“The Sociocracy Workshop was extremely informative and gave me a new perspective on how people can work together more effectively and organically. It gave new meaning to relationship and partnering.”
“I highly recommend this course on consent, objection and facilitation. Ted explains clearly and calmly.”
“I learned a lot and have a great understanding of the Sociocracy process after the beginners class. It was engaging and enjoyable. I appreciate the opportunity to work with folks from many backgrounds through the class exercises..I am looking forward to continuing my sociocracy education and implementing it in my groups!”
“I felt like the course was very engaging, informative, and provided ample space for participants to ask questions.”
“I really enjoyed the class!! You have done a wonderful job!“
“I felt the workshops were well organized and very respectful of time. I loved the level of engagement that was encouraged. Great facilitation.”
“Participating in Ted’s training woke me up to the efficiency of this governing process. The class required focus yet there was ease when learning with like-minded participants. Honestly, I was nervous to even sign up for something that is truly my learning edge. Thank you Ted and classmates for your authentic presence.”
“I am so grateful for this course. It has truly changed the way I look at all the systems that I operate within and gives me hope for the worlds my community is trying to build.”
Upcoming workshops
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Do you want to host a workshop in your own town or organization?
Contact info@context-resonance.com
A typical workshop
Morning
09:30-09:45
Welcome, get to know, housekeeping
09:45-10:45
Organizational structure
Circle structure (interactive exercise, Q&A, real examples)
10:45-11:45
Selections – Role selection
– step-by-step, demo, practice –
11:45-12:00
Time for questions and reflections
12:00-13:00
Lunch break
Afternoon
13:00-14:00
Consent decision-making
– step-by-step, demo, practice –
14:00-15:00
Objections: What if someone objects?
– step-by-step, demo, practice –
15:00-15:15
Coffee break
15:15-16:15
Meetings and facilitation
What are meetings for? Better meeting prep and moderation
16:15-17:00
Reflections – and what’s next?
How can we use tools from sociocracy in our organization?
A two-day format adds:
- more practice on facilitation with consent and objection
- draw your own circle structure
- practice of the meeting format
- performance review processes (incl. practice)
- reflection
A half-day workshop can be tailored to focus on individual aspects of the full-day.
Inquire to schedule: info@context-resonance.com
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