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Join host Leanne Hughes as she delves deep into the mind of a facilitator with guests John Norcross and Tricia Conyers from the "Every Little Model" podcast, this episode offers a genuine conversation exploring the intricacies of facilitation, sharing personal experiences, challenges, and models that guide their work.

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What You Will Learn:

• The journey of becoming a facilitator: How John and Tricia began leading group conversations and meetings.
• The multifaceted roles in a workshop: From mindfulness to handling logistical aspects like air conditioning and room design.
• Key facilitation models:
  • Leanne's "SPARK Framework" from The Two-Hour Workshop Blueprint
  • Tricia's "Nine Dimensions of Engagement" emphasising the power of contrast in facilitation activities and debriefs.
• The art of balancing: How to juggle structure and flexibility in facilitation.
• John's experience emphasizing the importance of adapting to group needs rather than rigidly sticking to a process.

About Our Guests:
John Norcross

John is a change leadership professional who works at the intersection of human centered design, organizational effectiveness, strategy, and implementation. His 25+ years in consulting have taken him from Canada, to the UK, South America, the Caribbean, and to the US working across a range of industries, from energy and chemicals to life sciences and the public sector. 

John spent over a decade with Evolve Partners, an implementation consultancy, as a geography leader and as SVP for Accounts. He also co-founded a boutique change agency, BridgeOne LLC. Over the last couple of years, he has volunteered as a community change agent in Wisconsin, focused on advocating for public schools as well as diversity and inclusion efforts. He is also the co-host of the Every Little Model podcast, which focuses on exploring the models and frameworks we use to make sense of our organization and our world. 

Connect with John Norcross on LinkedIn

Tricia Conyers

Tricia Conyers is a leadership coach, facilitator, trainer, and podcaster. She helps individuals and teams to unlock their full potential and achieve breakthrough results. 

Through a combination of individual coaching, hybrid professional development programs, facilitated in-person experiential events, and her Every Little Model podcast, she helps leaders to think differently, recognize and leverage leadership moments, and develop the confidence and capabilities they need to succeed in today’s fast-paced business world. 

• Learn more about Tricia’s work here https://islandinspirations.co/
• Connect with Tricia on LinkedIn
• Check out her online program: Engagement Matters

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