Status sit gradient
People line up in order of birthday and then are assigned status behavior ranking in the same order
by Erica MarxGoal
people get understanding of status behaviors in low-stakes way
Instructions
Have people line up by birthday
Create a status gradient from low - high status
reverse order
break in middle and reverse, etc
may be followed by status walking
Background
from Barbara Tint, shared on AIN status webinar 10/7/2019
Author
I lead a team that helps multi-stakeholder groups tackle high-stakes, complex work with clarity and connection. We design and guide strategic planning sessions, workshops, retreats, and conferences where people think well together, make sound decisions, and take coordinated action. Our team is trained in improvisational theater, and as active members of the International Applied Improvisation Network, we bring adaptable, creative methods that build trust, surface essential perspectives, and keep momentum strong. We also share what we know, offering facilitator training that blends inclusive process design with the flexibility and presence of improv.
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