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308 - Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Facilitation with Kerri Price

Feb 11, 2025
Kerri Price, an experienced facilitator, shares her journey from casual workshops to a successful business, revealing the importance of embracing unexpected detours in facilitation. She discusses overcoming imposter syndrome and the joy of rediscovery, emphasizing self-awareness and authenticity in her approach. Kerri also highlights how the pandemic transformed perceptions of facilitation, advocating for inclusivity and collaboration. Most importantly, she explores the emotional landscape of facilitation, urging facilitators to set the right emotional tone and prioritize self-care.
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Quick takeaways

  • Facilitators often stumble into their roles, evolving from informal gatherings to recognized professionals as they embrace their skills.
  • The misconception that effective facilitation relies on strict formats limits authentic engagement, highlighting the value of personal style in workshops.

Deep dives

The Journey to Recognition as a Facilitator

Many facilitators start their journey without even realizing they’re facilitating. The shift from informal facilitation to recognizing it as a career can be gradual, often beginning with casual meetings or workshops that evolve into professional commitments. A pivotal moment for many is when they realize the value of their facilitation skills and how others seek their expertise, leading them to formalize this into a business. This transition reflects a broader trend of individuals discovering that what they enjoy doing can also be a sustainable career path.

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