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Criterion
Paper illustration of Leverage Points with its method-specific working model.
Systems Thinking
Leverage Points
Paper session grid with two time blocks, three rooms, colored session cards and an open topic pool.
Facilitation
Barcamp
Systems Mapping method illustration showing its working structure
Systems Thinking
Systems Mapping
Paper illustration for Fishbowl Discussion.
Facilitation
Fishbowl Discussion
Purposedifferent
Leverage Points show exactly where interventions in a system produce a disproportionate effect. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a leverage map and action strategy.When many people can contribute knowledge and the flow should stay open, Barcamp provides a framework for self-organized sessions. The format channels energy without defining the content too narrowly in advance.Systems Mapping arranges elements, relationships, and boundaries so a complex field becomes legible at a glance. The overview stabilizes the overall picture before detail work or steering begins.When a controversial topic needs depth and discipline at the same time, Fishbowl Discussion makes the structure of the conversation transparent. The format keeps the core small enough for real dialogue and open enough for controlled turnover.
Complexitydifferent
HighMediumMediumMedium
Timedifferent
Half dayHalber Tag bis 2 Tage1-3 h45-90 min
Participantsdifferent
3-1215-2003-128-80
Formatdifferent
WorkshopWorkshopWorkshop + asyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Leverage Map, Action StrategySession Board, Session Notes, Community LearningsSystem Map, Dependencies, Leverage PointsDiscussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions
Tagsno overlap
Systems thinkingChangeStrategy
FacilitationLarge groupLearning
Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange
FacilitationDialogueLarge group
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