workshops work 332 - From Corporate Slides to Human Connection with Emanuele Mazzanti
Jul 29, 2025
Emanuele Mazzanti, a facilitator at EY and passionate energy-giver, dives into the heart of human connection in corporate settings. He argues that fostering emotional presence can enhance performance and decision-making. Emanuele emphasizes the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and playful interactions among leaders. Transforming client interactions from rigid presentations to engaging conversations is crucial. His philosophy champions connection over content, reminding us that profound transformation stems from simple, genuine human moments.
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Journey to Authentic Facilitation
- Emanuele started as a facilitator delivering scripted content and exercises in corporate settings.
- He shifted towards presence and curiosity, focusing on connection over content for authentic engagement.
Space to Be Over Doing
- People endure almost anything if expectations are set clearly and invitation to connect is sincere.
- Creating space to be, not just do, fosters genuine participation and emotional presence in corporate culture.
Balance Structure and Emergence
- Set a high-level agenda but allow participants to own and shape the content through storytelling.
- Use interactive exercises linked to content to foster deeper engagement and learning.