Walking for 20+ days, clocking up 375km+ over insane inclines, ridiculously rocky paths. Past hunters, wild boars and wild locals. What could possibly go wrong? I’ve just returned from completing a magnificent stretch of the via Francigena through Tuscany, starting in San Miniato and winding up in Rome. What could […]
How to quickly close a workshop when you’re running out of time There are plenty of approaches regarding how to quickly close a workshop… Finishing a workshop on time is important to me – especially when people have to travel. At a two day planning workshop for an Emergency Services […]
What does being a good facilitator look like? To become a good facilitator, it’s worth reflecting on where you are now and the traits you have. Let’s start by considering the ‘Wow, that was so good’ vs ‘There’s three hours of my life I’ll never have again’ aspects of facilitation […]
Dealing with angry stakeholders can be a challenge As a facilitator, it’s important to have a clear plan when approaching a workshop or project where you anticipate that you’ll be dealing with angry stakeholders. This is real The following tips are based on a previous stakeholder engagement program run with […]
Ground rules for groups can be your friend in a time of need Ground rules for groups have their place if you envisage some challenges in managing a group, it’s a new group or you have not worked with them before. Also known as a group contract, this process encourages […]
Participant introductions can help you to kick off your workshop in style. Most of us like to know a bit more about the people we’re working with and a workshop situation is no different. Participant introductions can help people to find out what skills and experience lie within the group, […]
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