facilitation

Why games in workshops suck – and why they don’t

Using games in workshops – yes, no, maybe? Here are two very different examples of using games in workshops… In a previous life I appeared on a short-running TV game show called ‘Keynotes.’ The aim of the game was to complete the next line of a mystery song, often played […]

Ideas for icebreakers in workshops and meetings

Ideas for icebreakers for new and existing groups If you need ideas for icebreakers for your next meeting or workshop, you’re in the right place. This compilation of ideas for icebreakers has been put together in partnership with my long-time facilitation buddies Will Bessen and Margo O’Byrne. Ideas for icebreakers […]

25 years in facilitation – so much to be thankful for

January 2025 marks 25 years in the facilitation business for me Focusing on facilitation and stakeholder engagement, it’s been an entertaining and at times challenging experience. As an insight – my ‘office’ in January 2000 was in the sleepout of our two-bedroom house in suburban Perth. Initially there was no […]

What preparing for a half marathon taught me about co-facilitation

Co-facilitation requires preparation too To begin with, I’m not saying that I view co-facilitation as a challenge or a grind, but it’s no ‘walk in the park either.’ It’s just something that you need to prepare for… The ‘back-story’ A few years ago my wife, Georgie, and I achieved what […]

Workshop reports – options for fast follow-up after your workshop

Use workshop reports to maintain momentum Fast follow-up will keep your team engaged and enthused. Importantly, getting your workshop reports done asap after your workshop will help to validate the efforts of your team, further emphasising the importance and value of their work. For context, from the previous three parts […]

Getting participants primed for your planning workshop

Make sure your team is good to go for your next planning workshop So you’ve pressed the ‘go’ button and are excited about what your planning workshop may be able to deliver. For context, from the previous post in this series, you now have the tools to identify the time […]

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