Episode 48: The Importance of Community, Connection and Collaboration

In this engaging conversation, Kirsty Lewis and Chad Littlefield explore the evolving landscape of facilitation, the impact of AI, and the importance of community and collaboration.

They discuss the challenges faced by facilitators in a changing business environment, the significance of positioning and value, and actionable advice for those starting out in the field.

The conversation also highlights the upcoming Connector Summit and the importance of investing in personal growth and development.

00:00 Introduction and Connection

02:42 The Role of AI in Facilitation

05:24 Navigating Business Challenges

08:32 Positioning and Value in Facilitation

11:04 Shifting Business Focus

13:56 Personal Stories and Business Insights

21:04 Connection Before Content

24:20 The Shift to YouTube and Online Engagement

29:58 Business Structure and Revenue Streams

36:35 Partnerships and Collaborations in Business

43:05 The Value of Information and Implementation

45:10 Generosity Marketing and Value-Based Pricing

47:17 The Scarcity Mindset in Pricing

50:16 The Importance of Open Conversations About Money

51:46 Positioning and Pricing Strategies

56:51 Navigating Economic Uncertainty in Facilitation

01:01:04 Quick Fire Questions and Final Insights

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A Facilitator's Journey is the podcast that looks at how you run your business as a facilitator or trainer.

You started this work because you have a passion that you want to share with organisations. However, there is the small detail that you are now running a business and this requires a whole other set of skills and knowledge.

Join me, Kirsty Lewis, Founder of School of Facilitation, as I interview trainers and facilitators about how they manage their businesses. I will explore how people run their finances, price their work, scale up, scale down, decide to retire, market themselves, manage clients, and much much more.

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