The Full Spread
All-in engagement that leaves nothing on the table
Spicy Sweet Bold Hearty
Flavor Profiles
There are 16 unique engagement styles, each defined by four flavor dimensions: Heat (risk tolerance), Sweet (motivation), Zest (visibility), and Heft (commitment). Every profile brings essential value to community organizing.
The Four Dimensions
Heat
Mild ↔ Spicy
Risk tolerance
Sweet
Bitter ↔ Sweet
Motivation source
Zest
Subtle ↔ Bold
Visibility
Heft
Light ↔ Hearty
Time commitment
Hopeful & Bold Motivated by hope, willing to take risks
Hopeful & Safe Motivated by hope, prefer established channels
Comfort Food
Welcoming, visible, sustained community building
Mild Sweet Bold Hearty
Soul Food
Deep nurturing through quiet, sustained care
Mild Sweet Subtle Hearty
Sweet Greeting
Accessible entry points with visible warmth
Mild Sweet Bold Light
Little Something
Small acts of care that add up
Mild Sweet Subtle Light
Driven & Bold Motivated by urgency, willing to take risks
Fire Starter
Confrontational, visible, committed organizing
Spicy Bitter Bold Hearty
Steady Flame
Sustained pressure through quiet persistence
Spicy Bitter Subtle Hearty
Hot Take
Bold rapid response and direct action
Spicy Bitter Bold Light
Quick Strike
Efficient tactical interventions
Spicy Bitter Subtle Light
Driven & Safe Motivated by urgency, prefer established channels
Bread and Butter
Pragmatic, visible, committed infrastructure
Mild Bitter Bold Hearty
Foundation Stock
Behind-the-scenes infrastructure building
Mild Bitter Subtle Hearty
Appetizer Plate
Accessible, visible introductory engagement
Mild Bitter Bold Light
Mise en Place
Precise preparation that enables others
Mild Bitter Subtle Light