workshops work 327 - Building Facilitation from the Inside Out with Matt Homann
Jun 24, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Matt Homann, Owner of Filament and a former lawyer, shares his expertise in creating effective facilitation spaces. He emphasizes the impact of environment on collaboration and how simplicity in tools fosters better communication. Homann also shares insights on adapting facilitation techniques for digital platforms, ensuring meaningful connections despite challenges, and the importance of thoughtful space design that empowers participants. Plus, he highlights the role of community engagement in driving impactful businesses.
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Owning A Facilitation Space
- Matt founded Filament, a facilitation space he owns to host meetings and workshops.
- Owning the space shifted power dynamics and enabled them to ban PowerPoint and design better experiences.
Space Signals Value And Creativity
- The space you create signals your value system and sets expectations for better meetings.
- A playful and different environment immediately engages people and invites creativity.
Use Simple Frameworks To Engage
- Use simple frameworks with instructions so people follow naturally, overcoming reluctance.
- Give participants a specific problem to discuss, and their group dialogue will flourish.