How to use the Peak Paradox framework

Based on some learnings from using the Peak Paradox framework in some difficult and unique situations, here are a few do’s and don’t

DO

spend some time to get used to the Peaks, what they mean
set up one person as the note taker
give yourself time and allow time for silence
take time to explain the model and what will come. Use one of the examples to allow everyone to debate a topic
do a test framework first, it is worth spending the time to map the words and language you use on the Peak Paradox model to enable everyone to express their understanding about the unique words that you use
be specific about what the criteria you want to plot are and plot one point at a time
make sure that everyone gives one point before moving on
go round a few times on the first map to make sure everyone gets comfortable
the analysis after a coffee break together
do it again after reflection time, using the same question set in a different order.

try and capture everything from one person at a time, allow the thinking to adapt
allow someone to justify their answer - your view is sufficient
allow criticism of any answer - everyone is equal
allow questions seeking justification or promoting
overthink or spend too much time, this is about opinion and beliefs, it is not politics
allow big voices to speak more than everyone else
try and do it individually - this is about and group and a team
try and do the analysis later
Create an action plan to change someone’s mind