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Start a Circle guide: moved from the Circles GitBook (circles.logos.co), text as published 20 October 2026
 
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* ☐ Greet attendees upon arrival.
* ☐ Greet attendees upon arrival.
* ☐ Share the brochure and zine.
* ☐ Share the brochure and zine.

Latest revision as of 00:00, 27 October 2026

  • ☐ Greet attendees upon arrival.
  • ☐ Share the brochure and zine.
  • ☐ Offer attendees a drink, and offer to get it for them if you have the time
  • ☐ Invite everyone to sit in a circle to start.
  • ☐ Facilitate introductions (name, reason for attending, motivations).
  • ☐ Introduce Logos and explain the purpose of Circles.
  • ☐ Facilitate a discussion on local issues of interest.
  • ☐ Identify a preferred communication platform to stay in touch (eg Signal, Telegram). Create the group and invite all participants to join.
  • ☐ Encourage attendees to fill out the contact form (QR code on brochure).
  • ☐ Check if participants authorise to have their photos shared online, faces can be blurred if preferred.
  • ☐ Invite technically inclined participants to scan the QR code for the node operator program.
  • ☐ Note highly motivated or skilled individuals for potential core steward roles. Approach promising individuals if the timing feels right, or follow up after.