First Time Facilitator
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsLeanne Hughes from the First Time Facilitator blog reveals all of her group facilitation, training and workshop tips and tricks so you can be ahead of the curve the next time you step out in front of a group.
Discover how you can tweak elements of your facilitation style, or incorporate new techniques to engage your audience and leave with lasting impact (and 5-star feedback). Icebreakers, leadership, group interaction, preparation, games, conflict, props, flip-charts, delivery, voice, body language, confidence, discussions and everything that works (and doesn’t work) to help you better understand how to deliver and connect with your audience, every single time.
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Conference hacks: What worked at the Clifton Strengths Summit with Leanne Hughes (Episode 71)
June 17, 2019 06:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBThis minisode will be about my experience at the Clifton Strengths conference I recently attended and spoke at in Omaha, Nebraska and I want to share what they did really well. I know that you may either be a manager in an organisation, a L&D person, a facilitation working internally, a facilitator working externally or […] The post Conference hacks: What worked at the Clifton Strengths Summit with Leanne Hughes (Episode 71) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Transforming organisations using cooperative conversations With Dr Ian Plowman (Episode 70)
June 10, 2019 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBToday’s guest is Dr Ian Plowman and he’s also from Brisbane, Australia. I met him during Dr Cathryn Lloyd and Andrew Rixon’s workshop on ‘The Story Cookbook’. After a very brief conversation with him, I knew I had to have him on the show – he is tremendously smart and a wonderful listener, but he […] The post Transforming organisations using cooperative conversations With Dr Ian Plowman (Episode 70) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Creating more shiny eye moments for your group with Nadja Petranovskaja (Episode 69)
June 03, 2019 06:00 - 35 minutes - 41.2 MBWouldn’t it be great if, when Monday hit, more people would say, “yeaaah, TGIF!’ Today’s guest is on the line from Germany and she wants more people getting excited about every single day. Her name is Nadja Petranovskaja, she has a company called ‘More Shiny Eyes’ and she has really fresh approach to the way […] The post Creating more shiny eye moments for your group with Nadja Petranovskaja (Episode 69) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Flight mode and for-purpose facilitation with Mel Kettle (Episode 68)
May 27, 2019 06:00 - 37 minutes - 43.1 MBLoved chatting to @melkettle on the First Time Facilitator pod this week. Listen in and let me know your thoughts! The post Flight mode and for-purpose facilitation with Mel Kettle (Episode 68) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Facilitating events with Cool People, in Cool Places (Episode 67)
May 20, 2019 06:00 - 33 minutes - 38.4 MBToday’s guest believes who you know is more important that what you know. His name is Travis Chappell and he’s the founder and host of the ‘Build your network’ brand, and podcast of the same name. One of the main reasons I invited Travis on the show is because he hosts some of the […] The post Facilitating events with Cool People, in Cool Places (Episode 67) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
You don’t need a power blazer to look powerful with Majella McMahon (Episode 66)
May 13, 2019 06:00 - 41 minutes - 47.2 MBIn the last couple of months I’ve been getting different types of guests on who can strong-hold our facilitation game. I had Julian Mather on recently sharing his advice about creating video content, Jason Knight who is an outstanding graphic designer sharing his tools for creating more impactful workshop resources, and today I have invited […] The post You don’t need a power blazer to look powerful with Majella McMahon (Episode 66) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
How to facilitate for the ‘Future of Work’ with Pete Holliday (Episode 65)
May 06, 2019 06:00 - 36 minutes - 41.5 MBI don’t know if this is happening for you, but what I’m observing from people working in organisations is that time feels like it’s speeding up for them, they’re getting more work too do, they’re more overloaded and it feels like it’s only getting harder for them to keep up, leaving them feeling stressed, burnt […] The post How to facilitate for the ‘Future of Work’ with Pete Holliday (Episode 65) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Facilitating events that make your heart pop with Lily Gros (Episode 64)
April 29, 2019 06:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBDo you want to hear a really cool way of getting people to laugh the first few minutes they enter your workshop? Well listen in! This week’s guest is Lily Gros and she’s the first French facilitator we’ve had on the show. Like me, she’s also recently left her job to pursue a full-time role […] The post Facilitating events that make your heart pop with Lily Gros (Episode 64) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Lifelong learning + creating magic on camera with Julian Mather (Episode 63)
April 22, 2019 06:00 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MBEverywhere I look, every article I read, people are talking about video. Have you noticed that? And it’s true – if you post a native video onto LinkedIn, it actually gets 3 x as more views as regular content. How did I find out about today’s guest? I was on the LinkedIn news feed and […] The post Lifelong learning + creating magic on camera with Julian Mather (Episode 63) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
12 Rules for Facilitation: Part III with Leanne Hughes (Episode 62)
April 15, 2019 06:00 - 22 minutes - 17.9 MBIt is here! The final part of my 3 part series for the ’12 Rules for Facilitation’. I was inspired by Dr Jordan Peterson’s book, 12 Rules for Life, and thought I could share my thoughts, on rules or a framework that has helped me, and can hopefully help you as a First Time Facilitator. […] The post 12 Rules for Facilitation: Part III with Leanne Hughes (Episode 62) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
How to use visuals to create more engaging workshop experiences with Jason Knight (Episode 61)
April 08, 2019 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBAs facilitators and trainers, we’re usually to not only deliver engaging and compelling workshops and conferences, but also develop the training materials and resources that go with it – the booklets, the Powerpoint deck, the handouts, the checklists. It can get pretty labour intensive. I know it certainly does for me. And it calls on […] The post How to use visuals to create more engaging workshop experiences with Jason Knight (Episode 61) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Practical recipes for change with Dr Cathryn Lloyd and Andrew Rixon (Episode 60)
April 01, 2019 06:00 - 47 minutes - 38.1 MBWhat’s your process for designing meeting, workshop or conference content? in today’s episode I’m interviewing two expert facilitators who have compiled over 80 activities to elicit story-sharing in workshops, in a book called The Story Cookbook. The authors are Dr Cathryn Lloyd and Andrew Rixon. Cathryn has appeared on the podcast before, in episode 52 The post Practical recipes for change with Dr Cathryn Lloyd and Andrew Rixon (Episode 60) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
12 Rules for Facilitation: Part II (Episode 59)
March 25, 2019 06:00 - 23 minutes - 19.1 MBThis week’s episode is a solo one and it’s Part 2 of my series, ‘12 Rules for Facilitation’. Two episodes ago, in Episode 57 I shared the first four rules. I was inspired by Dr Jordan Peterson’s book, 12 Rules for Life, and thought I could share my thoughts, on rules or a framework that […] The post 12 Rules for Facilitation: Part II (Episode 59) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Hold your workshop outcomes lightly with Kirsty Lewis (Episode 58)
March 18, 2019 06:00 - 33 minutes - 26.7 MBOur guest today is really passionate about how learning is designed and delivered. She believes that good things happen when you bring likeminded individuals together from the world of training, facilitation and coaching to learn, to grow, to share and connect. She’s also here to support businesses who have a passion and desire to develop […] The post Hold your workshop outcomes lightly with Kirsty Lewis (Episode 58) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
12 Rules for Facilitation: Part 1 (Episode 57)
March 11, 2019 06:00 - 21 minutes - 17.7 MBWhen you reflect on the workshops and conferences you deliver, each of us has a different style and a different way of bringing yourself to the party. These are my 12 Rules for Facilitation. My non-negotiables. I started writing this episode when I was debriefing my ‘lessons learnt’ after facilitating a two day conference this week. […] The post 12 Rules for Facilitation: Part 1 (Episode 57) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
The small truths of facilitation (and taking care of yourself, systematically) with Tim Pence (Episode 56)
March 04, 2019 06:00 - 38 minutes - 30.7 MBAs I’ve explored in earlier episodes, when you’re up delivering and facilitating workshops, you’re not only using a lot of mental load, but it’s very much a physical job, too. Today’s guest recognises that and he’s a pretty cool system of checking in and making sure he handles that physicality, I’ll let him explain in […] The post The small truths of facilitation (and taking care of yourself, systematically) with Tim Pence (Episode 56) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Facilitating once in a lifetime workshop experiences with Steve Sims (Episode 55)
February 25, 2019 06:00 - 44 minutes - 35.6 MBToday’s guest runs the coolest workshops I’ve ever heard of, no joke. And how does he embed learning at the end of these workshops? By making people practice the skills they’ve learn, when they rock up to Sir Elton John’s Oscars after-party.Not too many people can say that to their clients…But today’s guest, is a […] The post Facilitating once in a lifetime workshop experiences with Steve Sims (Episode 55) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Team-Building: How to create appealing (and less eye-rolling) experiences with Andy Balzat (Episode 54)
February 18, 2019 06:00 - 36 minutes - 29.2 MBTeam building. Love it? Hate it? Don’t really bother? It’s an interesting concept. I actually LOVE teambuilding and taking any opportunity I can, especially during work hours, to have fun with my peers. It seems though, over the years, team-building has got a bit of a bad wrap. The other week, I posted an article […] The post Team-Building: How to create appealing (and less eye-rolling) experiences with Andy Balzat (Episode 54) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Team Coaching: How to help teams have the conversations they need to have with Steph Clarke (Episode 53)
February 11, 2019 06:00 - 34 minutes - 27.8 MBIn a perfect world, we would be working alongside newly formed teams, newly promoted managers and helping to set the scene, create a team vision, purpose and values and define ways of working. The reality is, we’re usually called in when things are either starting to crack in a team environment. And it can be […] The post Team Coaching: How to help teams have the conversations they need to have with Steph Clarke (Episode 53) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Creative facilitation (and why doing gives you the greatest learning) with Dr Cathryn Lloyd (Episode 52)
February 04, 2019 06:00 - 40 minutes - 32.6 MBDr Cathryn Lloyd is a facilitator, educator, researcher, arts practitioner, and creative development coach. She describes herself as a ‘bricoleur’ in the way she brings together different methodologies and processes to help people work well with one another. Dr. Cathryn brings in ‘Artful Inquiry’ processes and facilitation to move creativity into action and to create […] The post Creative facilitation (and why doing gives you the greatest learning) with Dr Cathryn Lloyd (Episode 52) appea...
PowerPoint tips every facilitator needs to know with Thomas Krafft (Episode 51)
January 28, 2019 06:00 - 28 minutes - 23.1 MBOur guest today knows that in every poor presentation, there is a brilliant presentation waiting to be unleashed. A wizard of PowerPoint design and presentation physicality, Thomas comes with a deep understanding built from dedicating years to the art of presenting. Fun is his primary weapon and he uses it to break down all walls […] The post PowerPoint tips every facilitator needs to know with Thomas Krafft (Episode 51) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
What I’ve learnt during 50 episodes of the First Time Facilitator podcast (Episode 50)
January 21, 2019 06:00 - 43 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode, I sit down in the guests's seat, and reflect on 50 episodes of the First Time Facilitator podcast. Sean Lavin guides a great conversation on what I've learnt from my guests, what I've learnt about myself in the process, and what's happened as a result of launching the podcast. The post What I’ve learnt during 50 episodes of the First Time Facilitator podcast (Episode 50) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Great facilitators notice patterns in the room with Oscar Trimboli (Episode 49)
January 14, 2019 06:00 - 46 minutes - 37.6 MBThere’s really common theme when I ask facilitators what skills they think are necessary for facilitation. The answer? It’s about the ability to listen. Not only to the words, but listening in to what’s happening in the room, listening to what’s not being said, listening into the nonverbal cues. Knowing this, I brought on a […] The post Great facilitators notice patterns in the room with Oscar Trimboli (Episode 49) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Don’t sell the plane, sell the holiday: How to demonstrate your credibility to others with Petra Zink (Episode 48)
January 07, 2019 06:00 - 41 minutes - 33.4 MBHer alarm is set for 3.45am every week day. Meet Petra Zink, a Coach, Speaker and Consultant on all things Career & the Future of Work. In this episode, we talk about building your credibility as a facilitator when you’re first starting out, and how to market yourself without feeling like you’re bragging about you. […] The post Don’t sell the plane, sell the holiday: How to demonstrate your credibility to others with Petra Zink (Episode 48) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Reflect, refocus, reset: Simple tools to make 2019 your best year ever (Episode 47)
December 30, 2018 23:00 - 24 minutes - 20.2 MBThis episode is coming to you on 31 December 2018, the last day of yet another year. I know it’s cliche setting new year’s resolutions and I don’t really do those, but I do find that this time of the year is really great for taking the time out to reflect, reset and refocus for […] The post Reflect, refocus, reset: Simple tools to make 2019 your best year ever (Episode 47) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Learning is not a stand-alone event with Kerry Brocks (Episode 46)
December 24, 2018 06:00 - 38 minutes - 31.1 MBHappy Christmas eve to all of you, and I hope you are taking the time to relax with family and friend’s and also recharging for a big 2019. Today’s guest is Kerry Brocks, and she is the CEO and Founder of the Institute for Learning Professionals. We met up over a coffee in Brisbane around […] The post Learning is not a stand-alone event with Kerry Brocks (Episode 46) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
One question you need to ask before you take the stage with Julian Treasure (Episode 45)
December 17, 2018 06:00 - 45 minutes - 36.9 MBIn today’s episode, I talk to Julian Treasure. Julian is a sought-after and top-rated international sound and communication expert. He is a gripping speaker with 5 TED talks online which have been viewed around 40 million times. Julian travels the world training people to listen better and create healthier sound. His vision is to transform […] The post One question you need to ask before you take the stage with Julian Treasure (Episode 45) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Creating rewarding workshop experiences: How to apply the SCARF model into your facilitation work (Episode 44)
December 10, 2018 06:00 - 21 minutes - 17.3 MBI recently co-facilitated a leadership course for mid-level leaders and as part of that, explained the SCARF mode. This is a brain based model created by David Rock in 2008; a summary of important discoveries from neuroscience about the way people interact socially. Rock combines all the research and makes it easy for people that […] The post Creating rewarding workshop experiences: How to apply the SCARF model into your facilitation work (Episode 44) appeared first on First Time Facilit...
No artistry required: Rediscovering paper, pencils and markers with Matteo Becchi (Episode 43)
December 03, 2018 06:00 - 40 minutes - 32.8 MBIf you’ve ever wondered how to make communication in meetings easier, and what x-factor tools can help you bring a conference together and really support your skills in facilitation, then you’ll love hearing from today’s guest. His name is Matteo Becchi and he’s based in Washington DC. He was recommended by Aminata N’Doye, one of […] The post No artistry required: Rediscovering paper, pencils and markers with Matteo Becchi (Episode 43) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Edutainment: How to combine knowledge, wit and interaction in your presentations with Dave Jackson (Episode 42)
November 26, 2018 06:00 - 38 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode, I chat to 2018 Podcast Hall of Fame inductee, Dave Jackson. He’s been podcasting since April 2005, and has been the host of nearly a dozen different podcasts over the last decade. Most people chat to Dave about creating or improving their podcast but I wanted to focus on the fact that […] The post Edutainment: How to combine knowledge, wit and interaction in your presentations with Dave Jackson (Episode 42) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Unleash your inner intrapreneur: How facilitators can liberate innovation and creativity in organisations with Dr Irena Yashin-Shaw (Episode 41)
November 19, 2018 06:00 - 47 minutes - 38 MBToday’s guest is on a mission to liberate innovation, creativity and leadership within organisations. On this episode, you’ll hear how Dr Irena Yashin-Shaw transitioned from a high school teacher to become Australia’s leading expert on creativity and innovation. Listen in when she discusses the strategies she uses to facilitate knowledge retention and behaviour change in […] The post Unleash your inner intrapreneur: How facilitators can liberate innovation and creativity in organisations...
A conversation with a CEO (Chief Education Officer) – Martin Probst (Episode 40)
November 12, 2018 06:00 - 41 minutes - 33.7 MBThe challenge with facilitating or running any type of training program, is ensuring that the lessons stick with participants. This week, I chat to Martin Probst from PROfound leadership on how you can help your learners retain their knowledge, and change their behaviour long after they have left the workshop. Martin is an author, a Career […] The post A conversation with a CEO (Chief Education Officer) – Martin Probst (Episode 40) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Discover your facilitator zone of genius (and monetise your facilitation skills) with Sarah McVanel (Episode 39)
November 05, 2018 06:00 - 47 minutes - 38.6 MBSarah McVanel is a recognition expert, author, an experienced and dynamic speaker and coach. She helps leaders leverage the exponential power of recognition to retain top talent and sustain healthy bottom-lines. She helps organisations by curating healthy workplace cultures through her FROG methodology (Forever Recognize Others’ Greatness), as well as through speaking, training, coaching and […] The post Discover your facilitator zone of genius (and monetise your facilitation skills) wit...
The ultimate facilitator packing checklist (and how the MOST method saves you energy) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 38)
October 29, 2018 06:00 - 25 minutes - 20.8 MBHow do you go about packing when you’re off to deliver a workshop? I’ve been travelling quite a bit and spending a lot of time and energy packing. I thought it was high time I developed some kind of system or checklist around this because spending time and energy on things that can be automated, […] The post The ultimate facilitator packing checklist (and how the MOST method saves you energy) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 38) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Announcement: Facebook Group is finally here (p.s. It’s called ‘The Flipchart’) (Episode 37)
October 22, 2018 06:00 - 6 minutes - 5.64 MBThis week’s episode is a bit unusual, it’s a lot shorter than others and it’s really an announcement episode. For a while, like more than six weeks, I’ve promised to launch a Facebook group for the First Time Facilitator audience, or really, anyone that wants to become a better facilitator, trainer or workshop content developer. […] The post Announcement: Facebook Group is finally here (p.s. It’s called ‘The Flipchart’) (Episode 37) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
7 attributes of a superhero facilitator (and how to rescue a workshop from a fate worse than death) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 36)
October 15, 2018 06:00 - 17 minutes - 14.3 MBWhat does it take to get to get to superhero status in the facilitation game? In this solo episode, Leanne Hughes explores and explains the 7 key attributes she thinks are critical to becoming a superhero facilitator. So, how does a facilitator carry out the responsibilities of a facilitator like a superhero (Lycra optional)? Listen […] The post 7 attributes of a superhero facilitator (and how to rescue a workshop from a fate worse than death) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 36) appeared firs...
Shift your focus: Be with your audience (not just in front of them) with Hadiya Nuriddin (Episode 35)
October 08, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes - 30.2 MBIn today’s episode, I talk to Hadiya Nuriddin. Hadiya is a speaker, a learning strategist, instructional designer and an e-Learning Developer based in Chicago. She has nearly 20 years’ experience in all levels of learning and development and has extensive experience in designing, developing, and delivering both technical and professional development courses. Hadiya is extremely […] The post Shift your focus: Be with your audience (not just in front of them) with Hadiya Nuriddin (Episode 3...
How a chemical engineer is changing the way academics present (because life is too short for bad presentations) with Toon Verlinden (Episode 34)
October 01, 2018 06:00 - 31 minutes - 25.7 MBIn today’s episode, I talk to Toon Verlinden. Toon is an international presentation coach and expert in scientific communication. He is a freelance science and travel journalist and a Biochemical Engineer by profession. Together with Hans Van de Water, they started a blog and wrote a book called ‘The Floor is Yours: Because Life is too […] The post How a chemical engineer is changing the way academics present (because life is too short for bad presentations) with Toon Verlinden (Episode 3...
The pre-workshop questions you can use to drive a great outcome with Steph Clarke (Episode 33)
September 24, 2018 06:00 - 36 minutes - 29.1 MBOn today’s show, I chat to Steph Clarke. Steph is originally from the UK and is now based in Melbourne, Australia. She runs her own business, using her experience in learning, leadership development and executive coaching to develop courses to help organisations develop and professionals become more confident, productive and effective leaders. We cover topics […] The post The pre-workshop questions you can use to drive a great outcome with Steph Clarke (Episode 33) appeared first on First...
Does co-facilitating mean half (or double) the work? with Leanne Hughes (Episode 32)
September 17, 2018 06:00 - 19 minutes - 15.4 MBToday’s episode is all about co-facilitating. I’ve been wondering how to do it more effectively – particularly if you need to develop the actual content together as well. If you’re handed something off the shelf to deliver, it’s a lot easier to co-facilitate- but doing both the development and delivery together sometimes can be a […] The post Does co-facilitating mean half (or double) the work? with Leanne Hughes (Episode 32) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
It’s time to stop recreating content: How to be a more productive facilitator with Sally Foley-Lewis (Episode 31)
September 10, 2018 06:00 - 32 minutes - 26 MBWhen you’re asked to deliver another workshop, do you find you’re having to recreate content, or dig around different folders, trying to find that one slide or activity that worked really well all those years ago? This happens to me. It drives me crazy. I wish I had a better way, or system to store […] The post It’s time to stop recreating content: How to be a more productive facilitator with Sally Foley-Lewis (Episode 31) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
A hostage, a hard-worker and a holiday maker walk into a workshop… with Murray Guest (Episode 30)
September 03, 2018 06:00 - 47 minutes - 37.9 MBMurray Guest is a coach, consultant, facilitator and speaker based out of Newcastle, Australia. His consultancy is called ‘Inspire my business’ which is apt, because as you will be able to tell from the conversation, he’s an inspirational bloke. After over 20 years in corporate roles which included roles as a QA Manager, L&D Manager, […] The post A hostage, a hard-worker and a holiday maker walk into a workshop… with Murray Guest (Episode 30) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Adventurous agendas and other tools you can use in your next meeting (Episode 29)
August 27, 2018 06:00 - 17 minutes - 14.5 MBEver had to facilitate a strategic or planning session, or important meeting, and wanted some fresh ideas on how to do it, and how to make that agenda come to life? I recently had a fantastic opportunity to facilitate a three day annual planning meeting. As part of my preparation, I discovered some interesting tools […] The post Adventurous agendas and other tools you can use in your next meeting (Episode 29) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Facilitation is all about the tempo with Joshua John (Episode 28)
August 20, 2018 06:00 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBIn today’s episode, you’re going to hear from a good mate of mine, Joshua John. Josh has been living in the Kimberley region of Western Australia and has been working as a Language, Literacy and Numeracy trainer at North Regional TAFE. It’s a pretty challenging gig for trainers in the region. It’s normal for trainer to […] The post Facilitation is all about the tempo with Joshua John (Episode 28) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Being comfortable (with feeling uncomfortable) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 27)
August 13, 2018 06:00 - 18 minutes - 15.3 MBUsually on the show I interview amazing facilitators, speakers and leaders but I’m going solo for today’s episode. This is the third solo episode I’ve recorded and these ones are usually spurred on by questions I receive from listeners. The question this week was from a colleague and it was this, “Leanne, how did you […] The post Being comfortable (with feeling uncomfortable) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 27) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
When you stand in service, you can’t be nervous with Neen James (Episode 26)
August 06, 2018 06:00 - 46 minutes - 36.8 MBIn today’s episode, I talk to Neen James. Neen is a sought-out, high-energy keynote speaker in the States who challenges her audiences to leverage their focus and pay attention to what matters most at work and in life. Audiences love her practical strategies they can apply personally and professionally, and meeting planners love working with her […] The post When you stand in service, you can’t be nervous with Neen James (Episode 26) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Split brain workshop facilitation: How to balance the now with the ‘What’s next?’ with Mark McKeon (Episode 25)
July 30, 2018 06:00 - 40 minutes - 32.2 MBIn today’s episode, I talk to Mark McKeon about the parallels between creating high performance on the footy pitch; and high stake situations in a group workshop facilitation environment. Need some inspiration and motivation? Mark provides that in this episode, along with some extremely practical tips which you can start implementing in your facilitation game. […] The post Split brain workshop facilitation: How to balance the now with the ‘What’s next?’ with Mark McKeon (Episode 25) appe...
How to develop a workshop using a team profiling tool (while keeping it light and fun) with Sean Lavin (Episode 24)
July 23, 2018 06:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBIn today’s episode, I talk to Sean Lavin about his experience with facilitation and the team profile tool called the ‘Team Management Profile’. Sean is a passionate, optimistic and friendly personality with a strong background in both hotel/services and open-cut coal mining operations. He is firmly focused on growth and learning, whilst simultaneously gaining as […] The post How to develop a workshop using a team profiling tool (while keeping it light and fun) with Sean Lavin (Episode 24)...
Facilitation is the act of making something easier with Lynne Cazaly (Episode 23)
July 16, 2018 06:00 - 43 minutes - 34.6 MBIn today’s episode, I talk to Lynne Cazaly. Lynne is a communication and engagement expert. She is obsessed with helping leaders lead their teams through transformation and change. She helps people distil their thinking, apply ideas and innovation and boost the engagement and collaboration effectiveness of teams. She believes that having the ability to build rapport and […] The post Facilitation is the act of making something easier with Lynne Cazaly (Episode 23) appeared first on First T...
What clients really want from a workshop (and no, it’s not information) with Sean D’Souza (Episode 22)
July 09, 2018 06:00 - 47 minutes - 38.2 MBIn today’s episode, I talk to Sean D’Souza. Sean is a cartoonist, author, online marketing strategist, a pretty good cook (judging from his social media photos) and an energetic facilitator who applies his skills in creating a different kind of workshop. He reads on average 100 books a year. Teaching runs in his blood, as his father, […] The post What clients really want from a workshop (and no, it’s not information) with Sean D’Souza (Episode 22) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.