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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Crafting your (remarkable) facilitator brand with Jane Anderson (Episode 21)
July 02, 2018 06:00 - 48 minutes - 39.3 MBI chat with Jane Anderson on her experience delivering workshops and content to over 50,000 people. She shares why personal branding is so important, how you can craft your own (remarkable) facilitator brand and how she developed the courage to share her brand with the world. Jane is passionate about helping industry experts to be […] The post Crafting your (remarkable) facilitator brand with Jane Anderson (Episode 21) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Turn up early and read the room with Tyson Young (Episode 20)
June 25, 2018 06:00 - 33 minutes - 27 MBTyson is the CEO and Co-Founder of Carisma, a digital application that allows your mechanic to provide you with your cars visual service history. In this episode, we talk about using humour in your deliver, adapting to your audience and using different tools and strategies to be a better facilitator. Tyson provides practical tips on […] The post Turn up early and read the room with Tyson Young (Episode 20) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Creating a learning atmosphere of “serious fun” with Dana the Trainer (Episode 19)
June 18, 2018 06:00 - 39 minutes - 31.8 MBIn today’s episode I talk to Dana the Trainer. Dana promises bright ideas and electric training, and likes to do things a little differently in her training environment. Her philosophy is really about ensuring that people learn the skills they need to learn, while having a really great time. In the show you’ll hear about how […] The post Creating a learning atmosphere of “serious fun” with Dana the Trainer (Episode 19) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Help! Suggestions needed for facilitating a two hour workshop. Listener Q&A (Episode 18)
June 11, 2018 06:00 - 15 minutes - 12.3 MBIn today’s episode I respond to a listener’s question – I do these listener Q&A’s from time to time, to give you some practical insight into how I facilitate and approach situations. Today’s question is from Joanne Alilovic from 3D HR Legal. Like me, Jo likes to do things a little bit differently. In her […] The post Help! Suggestions needed for facilitating a two hour workshop. Listener Q&A (Episode 18) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
The 45 year group facilitation experiment (and how I’m still learning) with Bob Dick (Episode 17)
June 04, 2018 06:00 - 38 minutes - 30.9 MBBob Dick is a change agent and facilitator who has been in the business 45 years. He believes that teachers don’t teach, learners learn. In this episode we talk about the difference in process and content, the power of action learning, and how he helps his groups transfer learnings from a workshop, back into the real […] The post The 45 year group facilitation experiment (and how I’m still learning) with Bob Dick (Episode 17) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
How to strengthen your facilitation by connecting, teaching and landing with Adam Mustoe (Episode 16)
May 28, 2018 06:00 - 38 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode, we hear from Adam Mustoe – a Gallup certified Strengths Coach and second-generation pastor. He uses an assessment tool called CliftonStrengths to help people find the intersection of their unique talents and rewarding work. The CliftonStrengths assessment is based on 40 years of research by the Gallup corporation where it reveals 34 […] The post How to strengthen your facilitation by connecting, teaching and landing with Adam Mustoe (Episode 16) appeared first on First Tim...
Facilitating and leading with your head and heart with Therese Lardner (Episode 15)
May 21, 2018 06:00 - 31 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this First Time Facilitator episode, you’ll hear from Therese Lardner, a psychologist, leadership coach, speaker and workshop facilitator. She shares how being thrown into the deep end helped build her confidence in public speaking, and why your choice of words matter as a facilitator. This is why Therese dedicates her career to teaching people […] The post Facilitating and leading with your head and heart with Therese Lardner (Episode 15) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Q&A: Share some of the amazing facilitation tricks you’ve seen, Leanne! (Episode 14)
May 14, 2018 06:00 - 14 minutes - 11.8 MBHello fellow first time facilitators and welcome to the show this week. This is the first solo episode I’m recording and it’s come in response to some feedback I received from a listener, Aminata N’Doye from Toronto, Canada. She asked me if I could incorporate listener questions periodically. I think it’s great suggestion, it allows […] The post Q&A: Share some of the amazing facilitation tricks you’ve seen, Leanne! (Episode 14) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
A facilitator is an entertainer (even if you think it’s all about the content) with Greg Mitchell (Episode 13)
May 07, 2018 06:00 - 39 minutes - 31.5 MBGreg Mitchell is a bit of a superstar in the education world. He does many things – cartooning, MCing, consulting and of course, facilitating. In this episode, we talk about some band-aid fixes you can use when participants threaten to de-rail your workshop, why you need to treat facilitation like entertainment, why unpredictability can also […] The post A facilitator is an entertainer (even if you think it’s all about the content) with Greg Mitchell (Episode 13) appeared first on First Ti...
The two hats: Switching your mode between facilitating and presenting with Paul Hellman (Episode 12)
April 30, 2018 06:00 - 43 minutes - 35.2 MBOn Episode 12 of the First Time Facilitator podcast, I interview Paul Hellman from Express Potential about his secrets for communication in a distracted world. Paul believes presenters only have 8 seconds to grab their audience’s attention. In this show you’ll learn How you can break through to ensure your message is heard (even in […] The post The two hats: Switching your mode between facilitating and presenting with Paul Hellman (Episode 12) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Losing your voice when delivering a workshop? You’re doing it wrong with Emmanuella Grace (Episode 11)
April 23, 2018 06:00 - 36 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this First Time Facilitator episode, Emmanuella Grace from Find Your Voice Australia explains what your voice is telling people. After running full-day workshops, she shares her ideas on preventing voice loss, and the fundamental things you can do to look after your voice. We explore longer-term approaches to creating stronger voice presence, which involves […] The post Losing your voice when delivering a workshop? You’re doing it wrong with Emmanuella Grace (Episode 11) appeared first ...
Keeping workshop content fresh after 25 years (and how I was inspired by a flamenco dancing facilitator) with Scott Amy (Episode 10)
April 16, 2018 07:59 - 35 minutes - 34.2 MBIn Episode 10 of the First Time Facilitator podcast, Scott Amy from the Pacific Institute shares his secrets on Socratic facilitation and how he was inspired by a faciltator who incorporated flamenco dancing in his workshop. In this episode you’ll learn Why seeing a strong facilitator (who used a style of flamenco dancing in his […] The post Keeping workshop content fresh after 25 years (and how I was inspired by a flamenco dancing facilitator) with Scott Amy (Episode 10) appeared first on ...
The three minute rule of group facilitation with Cherelle Witney (Episode 9)
April 09, 2018 05:37 - 34 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this First Time Facilitator podcast episode, facilitator, entrepreneur and inventor Cherelle Witney shares how a diverse career spanning legal, health and tourism has helped her confidently deliver workshops to thousands of participants. In this episode you’ll learn: How to create a safe environment (hint: It’s all about being yourself) Why you only have three […] The post The three minute rule of group facilitation with Cherelle Witney (Episode 9) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Storytelling works! (Because no one’s ever asked to see a Powerpoint presentation twice) (Episode 8)
April 02, 2018 06:16 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this First Time Facilitator episode, internationally bestselling author Matthew Dicks shares why storytelling so important, and how telling stories is not simply sharing a series of events; it’s the manipulation of emotions. It’s a skill that can be taught and he shares some of the techniques he uses to engage his audience, whether they’re […] The post Storytelling works! (Because no one’s ever asked to see a Powerpoint presentation twice) (Episode 8) appeared first on First Time Facilit...
Preparation: It’s the security blanket for facilitators with Sue Johnston (Episode 7)
March 25, 2018 06:00 - 38 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this First Time Facilitator episode, Sue Johnston from the Artemis Group shares practical facilitation advice from an introvert’s perspective. She talks about how she ‘accidentally’ wound up as a facilitator after working on strategies to make weekly teleconferences more effective. Sue also emphasises the importance of preparation, and why it’s critical to revisit and […] The post Preparation: It’s the security blanket for facilitators with Sue Johnston (Episode 7) appeared first on Fir...
We need more mindful leaders (and we need them right now) with Rachel Grace (Episode 6)
March 19, 2018 07:56 - 51 minutes - 42 MBIn this First Time Facilitator episode, we hear from consultant, Rachel Grace, on how she facilitates and leads mindfulness workshops; and coaches people to adapt to the rapid change of modern day work-life and society. Rachel believe the world needs more mindful leaders and they need them right now. The skill of mindfulness isn’t only […] The post We need more mindful leaders (and we need them right now) with Rachel Grace (Episode 6) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
How to use humour to deliver x-factor presentations (and laughs) with Andrew Tarvin (Episode 5)
March 11, 2018 20:00 - 42 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this First Time Facilitator episode, we hear from Humor Engineer, Andrew Tarvin on how he crafts and embeds comedy into his presentations and work life. Andrew provides simple, actionable tips on how to do this; and why it’s important to brings laughter into the workplace. In this episode you’ll learn: Simple hacks you can […] The post How to use humour to deliver x-factor presentations (and laughs) with Andrew Tarvin (Episode 5) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
Why drawing together can help solve complex problems (and change the world) with Marcel Van Hove (Episode 4)
February 26, 2018 23:45 - 38 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode you’ll learn: How drawing for others shows participants that you value their time Why drawing on a flip-chart is more authentic and human and invites feedback, over a pre-prepared powerpoint presentation The four-step system they teach, so that anyone can walk out of their two day workshop with the skills for visual facilitation […] The post Why drawing together can help solve complex problems (and change the world) with Marcel Van Hove (Episode 4) appeared first on First Ti...
Conquering your fear of public speaking with expert trainer and facilitator, Nikki McMurray (Episode 3)
February 24, 2018 23:47 - 36 minutes - 29.9 MBIN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT: How she used to throw up before speaking in public and how she overcame that fear How she manages the participants (and her own) energy levels over a five-day workshop. Why it’s important to shut the world off (and your phone) when you’re in a learning environment Why […] The post Conquering your fear of public speaking with expert trainer and facilitator, Nikki McMurray (Episode 3) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.
It’s not about you: Diversity and Inclusion expert, Teagan Dowler shares why listening is the #1 skill of a facilitator (Episode 2)
February 18, 2018 01:44 - 28 minutes - 23.4 MBWelcome to the second episode of the First Time Facilitator podcast. Teagan Dowler is the Founder of The BCW, Treasurer of the Diversity Practitioners Association, Author of Rules of the Game and Organisational Development and Leadership Coach. Teagan has worked across a range of industries including Civil Construction, Iron Ore, Coal, Financial, and Health in […] The post It’s not about you: Diversity and Inclusion expert, Teagan Dowler shares why listening is the #1 skill of a facilitator...
Just Rock It! Facilitation and training tips from leadership guru Sonia McDonald (Episode 1)
January 27, 2018 22:46 - 35 minutes - 29.9 MBWelcome to the first ever episode of the First Time Facilitator podcast. This podcast is for those of you that are experts and want to share your knowledge and skills with others. In my experience, it can be difficult taking that first step to become a facilitator. Today’s guest, and our very first, Sonia McDonald, will […] The post Just Rock It! Facilitation and training tips from leadership guru Sonia McDonald (Episode 1) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.