[Before Speaking]
- Be sure the Sort Ideas slide is on screen and the Idea Sorter flipchart next to Ideas Board.
- Ensure all sticky notes still visible.
- Set timer for 5 minutes.
[To Read Aloud]
- Let’s sort our ideas quickly and efficiently. (Ask team members to read instructions in turn.)
- We’ll work silently so we can move faster and everyone can participate.
- Take one idea at a time and ask yourself two questions:
- Do we have the capability to do this quickly?
- Do we have the authority to act?
- Place each idea in the appropriate quadrant.
- We’ll review and confirm our sorting in the next step.
- Any questions before we begin?
- (Start timer)
Next: Great job sorting! Now let’s confirm our sort as a team →
[Pro Tips]
- Keep participants moving.
- Monitor even distribution of work.
- Watch for clustering around board.
- Ensure ideas go in clear quadrants.
- Maintain silence strictly.
- Note any unclear placements.
- Reset timer if needed.
- Keep sticky notes visible in quadrants.