Fist to Five
Fist to Five is a quick visual voting method where everyone in the room holds up a hand showing zero to five fingers to signal their level of support for a proposal, idea, or decision. It turns the usual murmured "does everyone agree?" into a clear, visible snapshot of the room's actual position.
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What You'll Achieve with the Fist to Five Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Achieve quick consensus without lengthy discussions.
Surface hidden disagreements in a non-confrontational manner.
Encourage participation from quieter team members.
When to Use the Fist to Five Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
You need a quick consensus check during a meeting without opening a full debate.
A proposal has been discussed and you want to gauge whether the group is ready to move forward.
How the Fist to Five Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Setup
Prepare the proposal and choose a voting scale. Ensure clarity and plan for a practice round if the group is new to Fist to Five.
2Step 1: Explain the Scale
Explain what each number on the scale represents to ensure consistent understanding among participants, emphasizing that this is about support, not perfection.
3Step 2: Present the Proposal
Read the proposal clearly and ensure everyone understands it. Address any clarification questions without opening a debate at this stage.
4Step 3: Call the Vote
Conduct a simultaneous vote by counting to three, prompting participants to show their fingers for support. Scan the room for overall patterns and outliers.
Key Topics Covered in the Fist to Five Workshop
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