# Brainstorming Session Template

**Purpose:** Generate ideas, build on each other, then converge on the strongest options.

- **Duration:** 60 minutes
- **Cadence:** As needed
- **Participants:** Cross-section of contributors (4-10 people)

## Agenda
- [ ] Frame the challenge (8 min)
- [ ] Silent idea generation (10 min)
- [ ] Share and build (17 min)
- [ ] Cluster and discuss (12 min)
- [ ] Converge and vote (10 min)
- [ ] Next steps (3 min)

## Facilitator tips
- Separate divergence from convergence. Generate first, judge later.
- Start silent so introverts and juniors contribute before the room anchors.
- Ban "yes, but" during generation. Use "yes, and" to build.
- End with owners, or the ideas die in the notes file.

## Notes / Action items
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Free template from OrgTP. Adapt or run it live at orgtp.com/templates/brainstorming-session