This month, I attended a two day workshop on Strategic Planning Facilitation using Technology of Participation (TOP) methods. TOP facilitation methods are inclusive, surface thinking, draw out the wisdom of the group and build collective engagement and buy-in. In using TOP facilitation methods to lead groups over the past few months, I have honestly been little bit awed by their effectiveness: Group members participate, they see that their opinions and perspectives matter, and the group comes together in inspiring and powerful ways that move work forward.