We have all been to events with a keynote speaker. A recognized expert in a subject is given time to inform or inspire.
It is a known meeting structure. The speaker has the microphone. We sit and listen.
Last week, I talked to a group that does things differently. They organize gatherings around a keynote listener. (Very cool!)
The keynote listener is a recognized expert in creating a gathering in which other people feel comfortable sharing their experience and wisdom. The keynote listener listens at this gathering, and then at the end of the meeting, synthesizes and summarizes so that the whole group can benefit from the wisdom of the group.
Are you a part of a group that could benefit from a keynote listener?
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