Another Day, Another Workshop !

Most facilitators think their job is to run the agenda.Great facilitators know their job is to serve the room.In this episode of Another Day, Another Workshop, I’m joined by Kerri Price, award-winning facilitator with over 20 years of experience to talk about what really makes facilitation powerful (and sustainable).We go beyond tools, canvases, and frameworks to explore deliberate generosity:the ability to think deeply, act with intention, and do what’s most needed in the moment, ven when it means letting go of the plan.If you’ve ever: • Felt torn between the agenda and what the group actually needs • Struggled to trust yourself enough to adapt in the room • Over-prepared… then felt stuck following the plan • Loved facilitation but felt exhausted, underpaid, or close to burnoutThis episode is for you.⸻In this episode:✅ What “deliberate generosity” really means in facilitation✅ Why following the agenda can actually block the outcome✅ How to prepare deeply — without becoming attached to the plan✅ Trainer vs facilitator: where many people get stuck✅ Reading the room and responding without losing direction✅ Why generosity isn’t about being “nice” (and sometimes means saying no)✅ Low-tech facilitation, presence, and trusting your own style✅ The real reason many facilitators undercharge — and burn out✅ Pricing your work based on value, not hours✅ Being generous with yourself as a facilitator (first!)⸻📌 Chapters:00:00 — Why facilitation is about making things possible (not following plans)01:45 — Meet Kerri Price & her journey into facilitation05:10 — From teaching children to facilitating adults08:15 — Trainer vs facilitator: a critical distinction11:40 — What is deliberate generosity?15:05 — Agenda vs reality: what to do when the room resists18:30 — The “leave it at the door” exercise22:10 — Serving the outcome without forcing the plan25:00 — Why fear and control hold facilitators back28:40 — Preparation, toolkits & trusting yourself33:15 — Finding your own facilitation style (low-tech, no slides)37:20 — Being generous with yourself as a facilitator40:10 — Why most facilitators undercharge44:30 — Pricing based on value, not time48:50 — Niching, positioning & your facilitation message53:30 — Final advice for emerging facilitators55:10 — Wrap-up + where to find Kerri⸻🛠️ Resources & Links📥 Free facilitation resources from Kerri Price (activities, conversation starters & more)👉 Check the show notes for all links🔗 Follow Kerri Price on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerri-price/🔗 Visit her website for free facilitation tools :https://kerriprice.co.nz/free-stuff/

Most facilitators don’t have a business.They have a paid hobby that depends on the next client email.In this episode of Another Day, Another Workshop, I’m joined by Nathy Ravez, facilitator, founder of La Workshoppeuse and creator of the Facilipreneur Mastermind to unpack what it really takes to go from freelance facilitator to business owner (while living in Bali!).If you’re tired of trading time for money, customizing every workshop from scratch, or feeling lost about sales and offers, this one is for you.In this episode:✅ Freelance facilitator vs facilipreneur: what’s the actual difference?✅ How Nathy said no to a promotion and built a business from Bali✅ Why your clients don’t care about “facilitation” and what they do care about✅ How to use your existing network to find your first (or next) clients✅ Turning experience into signature workshops and repeatable offers✅ Positioning yourself so it’s clear what you do and who you help✅ Using facilitation skills in sales conversations (without feeling pushy)✅ Why giving value for free can be your best sales strategy✅ Inside the Facili-preneur Mastermind and Nathy’s upcoming free class📌 Chapters: 00:00 — Why many facilitators struggle to build a real business01:22 — Meet Nathy: from corporate France & Germany → facilitator in Bali04:05 — The turning point: surgery, daughter’s challenge & the big career leap06:30 — Saying no to a promotion & choosing freedom instead09:00 — Freelance facilitator vs. facilipreneur: key differences12:03 — How to stop trading time for money14:15 — Building signature workshops and repeatable offers17:40 — Using your existing network the smart way20:30 — What clients really care about (hint: not “facilitation”)23:10 — Finding your positioning: what problems do you solve & for who?27:45 — Why clarity in your offer changes everything30:20 — Treating it like a business, not a hobby33:08 — Sales as a facilitator: conversations, not pressure36:15 — Outreach without fear: Nathy’s “12 calls in a week” example39:40 — Giving value first & the “karma of business”42:19 — Designing your product ecosystem & planning your year45:55 — Inside the Facili-preneur Mastermind49:33 — Final advice for emerging facilitation entrepreneurs51:15 — Wrap-up + where to find Nathy🛠️ Resources and Links🎟️ Join the free free training session →https://freeclass.laworkshoppeuse.pro/📥 Get more info about the facilipreneur mastermind → https://laworkshoppeuse.pro/mastermindFollow Nathy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathyravez/📺 Subscribe to Nathy's Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laworkshoppeuse

The world has moved to Zoom. Have your sessions caught up?In this episode of Another Day, Another Workshop, I’m joined by virtual facilitation expert Gwen Wansbrough to explore how to turn “just another online meeting” into a meaningful, high-energy live experience.We go back to Gwen’s very first online session during Spain’s strict lockdown and how one simple prompt in the chat completely shifted the mood from heavy and disconnected to energized and hopeful. From there, we unpack the Breakthrough Arc she uses to design engaging sessions again and again.If you ever feel drained after online workshops, stuck talking to black screens, or overwhelmed by tools and tech, this one is for you.In this episode:✅ The 3 phases of a powerful online experience (safety → challenge → new possibilities)✅ Gwen’s 8-step Breakthrough Arc for designing live sessions✅ How to open a Zoom call so people actually want to turn on their camera✅ What a “power prompt” is – and why it beats “Where are you joining from?”✅ How to use the chat as your secret engagement superpower✅ Managing tech without losing your mind (and when to keep it very simple)✅ Why you should always protect time for a proper closing✅ The Online Engagement Scorecard and how it helps you see where to improve✅ How stand-up comedy made Mehdi a better facilitator📌 Chapters00:00 Why most Zoom calls feel so exhausting02:05 Meet Gwen: from UN work to global facilitation06:45 Her first online session in lockdown Spain09:09 Using the chat to change the emotional state of the group13:51 The 3 phases of transformative online experiences15:50 The 8-step Breakthrough Arc explained16:16 Creating safety in virtual rooms18:41 Power prompts vs “Where are you based?”20:56 Getting cameras & mics on without being pushy25:45 Keeping energy and focus throughout the session28:03 Tools Gwen actually uses (Zoom, Miro, StreamAlive)32:40 Slides or no slides? Finding your own style35:01 Handling tech when it feels overwhelming37:21 Why a tech co-pilot can change everything39:45 How to close sessions so people remember them42:10 The tiny details that make a huge difference44:29 1% better every session (and what Mehdi learned from stand-up)46:54 The Online Engagement Scorecard49:17 Why virtual facilitation is here to stay54:08 Mehdi’s reflections on webinars vs workshops58:54 Facilitation as a lifelong craft1:01:15 Where to find Gwen & final goodbye ritual🛠️ Resources and Links🧭 Gwen’s website https://www.gwynwansbrough.com/📰 Gwen’s newsletter The Quest https://www.gwynwansbrough.com/newsletter/📊 Online Engagement Scorecard https://www.gwynwansbrough.com/scorecard/💌 Mehdi’s site & newsletter www.facilitators-corner.com💼 Connect with Mehdi on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehdi-en-naizi-75b533116/

Join Nathy Ravez, a skilled facilitator and workshop trainer, as she dives into the art of effective workshop design. Discover the top three mistakes facilitators make and how to sidestep them. Unpack essential ingredients for successful sessions and learn how to manage client expectations. Nathy shares insights on using music to energize participants and adapting in real-time when things go off-track. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at The Workshop Deck, a game-changing tool for facilitators!

The world of facilitation is evolving, are you keeping up?In this episode, I’m joined by Rebecca Courtney, facilitation coach at AJ&Smart to talk about what it really takes to be a great facilitator in 2025. We dive into the essential skills facilitators need today, how to embrace your own authentic facilitation style, and why mindset matters more than methods.We also discuss how AI is changing workshop design and why the best facilitators won’t be replaced, but amplified.In this episode:✅ From teaching kids to facilitating teams: Rebecca’s bold career shift✅ The #1 skill facilitators need today (hint: it’s not a method)✅ Why “emergent facilitation” is the future✅ How to deal with tough workshop moments & go off-script with confidence✅ The truth about using AI in workshops — what works and what doesn’t✅ How to find your facilitation voice🎁 Join my free live event on Oct 23 to celebrate the launch of The Workshop Deck. Learn my full process for designing workshops that get results and get a secret gift I usually sell for €299Sign up here → https://facilitators-corner.com/launch📌 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀00:00 – From Primary School Teacher to Facilitation Coach05:10 – The Overlap Between Teaching and Facilitation09:20 – Managing Tough Participants (Kids vs. Adults)13:45 – How AI Can Support — Not Replace — Great Facilitation20:12 – The IKEA Effect: Why Co-Creation Builds Commitment26:30 – Emergent Facilitation: Tools, Mindset & Resilience33:40 – The Training Gap: Why We Need More Real Practice41:55 – Rebecca’s Authentic Style: Creative Sanctuary + Play49:20 – The Power of Reflection to Find Your Facilitation Voice54:05 – Advice for Facilitators Who Want to Grow in 202558:30 – Outro + Where to Find Rebecca🛠️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀Follow Rebecca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccacourtneyExplore AJ&Smart’s Trainings: https://facilitator.com AJ&Smart on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AJSmart

“Facilitation is sales, the good kind.”In this ADAW episode, Pedram Parasmand, program design coach and facilitator who has worked with Netflix, Amazon, and Mural, shares how the very skills that make you a great facilitator can also make you a great seller — without ever feeling “salesy.”We dive into:✅ Ped’s journey from teaching physics to designing programs for global brands✅ Why being “good in the room” isn’t enough to build a business✅ The feast or famine trap — and how to escape it✅ The surprising overlap between facilitation and sales✅ Authentic outreach that doesn’t feel pushy✅ Why niching down creates more opportunities, not less✅ And why facilitation can’t just be a hobby if you want to thriveWhether you’re freelancing, building a facilitation business, or simply curious about how to sell your skills with integrity, Ped’s story will help you shift your mindset, sharpen your approach, and design a career that lasts.Quick heads-up: I’m launching The Workshop Deck — 52 cards to help you design better workshops in less time. Join the free live event on Oct 23 to see how it works. [Sign up here → https://luma.com/go6tr960 ]⸻🛠️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀• Subscribe to Ped’s Newsletter: https://leverageaccelerator.co• Connect with Ped on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedramparasmand/

"Powerful questions don’t take power, they give it.”In this ADAW episode, Chad Littlefield, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and co-founder of We and Me, shares how the right question, asked with the right intent, can completely transform the impact of your workshop.Quick heads-up: I’m launching The Workshop Deck : 52 cards to help you design better workshops in less time. Join the free live event on Oct 23 to see how it works. [Sign up here → https://luma.com/go6tr960 ]We dive into:✅ Why “icebreakers” should be renamed with connection before content✅ How to ask questions that create psychological safety and trust✅ What makes a question truly powerful — and how it can edit someone’s future✅ How intent and curiosity shape group dynamics✅ Why nailing your delivery is the best marketing✅ And the trap of becoming an “airport speaker” 🤐Whether you’re leading your first session or designing advanced offsites, Chad’s insights will help you ask better questions, build stronger connection, and run more meaningful experiences.⸻📌 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀00:00 - Meet Chad Littlefield: Connection Expert & Creator of We! Connect Cards06:40 - From Teenagers to Tech Teams: How the Cards Were Born10:05 - What Makes a Question “Powerful”?12:08 - The Problem with Icebreakers (and What to Say Instead)16:30 - The Phrase That Shifts Group Energy Instantly20:15 - Stop Asking “Why?” (And What to Ask Instead)26:10 - Presence Over Process: What Really Matters in Facilitation30:00 - The Marketing Power of a Truly Great Workshop35:30 - Thinking, Selling, Delivering — At the Same Time42:50 - Editing the Future with One Simple Question50:12 - The One Question Every Facilitator Should Ask54:00 - How to End Meetings That Actually Drive Action56:45 - Behind the Scenes: The Connector Summit + Priya Parker Keynote01:00:35 - Chad’s Thought Process: Purpose as a Shortcut to Depth01:05:10 - Boring Is the Enemy of Great Facilitation01:07:40 - Final Thoughts: Questions That Spark Real Change01:10:05 - Outro + Where to Find Chad⸻🛠️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀• Register for the Connector Summit (Dec 10–12): https://weand.me/connectors-summit/• Chad’s Website: https://weand.me• Ask Powerful Questions (Book): [Insert Link]https://shop.weand.me/products/ask-powerful-questions• Register for the Connector Summit (Dec 10–12): https://weand.me/connectors-summit/• Follow Chad on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadlittlefield/• Chad’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chad.littlefield

“Think of your team like the sun and you, the facilitator, as the magnifying glass.”In this ADAW episode, Tim Leake, TEDx speaker, creative strategist, and world-class facilitator shares his step-by-step approach to designing high-ROI workshops for executive teams.We dive into:✅ The MVC (Most Valuable Challenge) and why it must come first✅ How to handle executive skepticism and define value in dollars✅ The dangers of overthinking vs. underthinking✅ Why alignment beats action plans (and how to make real follow-through happen)✅ How to sell facilitation more effectively by proving its business valueWhether you’re new to facilitation or have been doing it for years, this episode is full of helpful tips, stories, and clear ways to make your workshops better.📌 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀00:00 - Meet Tim Leake: From Ad Exec to Facilitator04:57 - Facilitating Leadership Teams: The Real Challenge06:42 - Why Most Workshops Fail to Deliver Real Impact09:06 - MVC: The Most Valuable Challenge Explained13:56 - Estimating ROI with Executive Teams16:18 - Why Leaders Must Define the MVC Themselves24:32 - Optimal Thinking: Avoid Overthinking and Underthinking32:47 - Storytime: The 12-Issue Executive Offsite That Failed38:15 - Using Lenses and Filters to Prioritize Ideas42:56 - Creativity, Exercise, and Capturing Aha Moments46:12 - Facilitation = Stand-Up + Improv48:20 - 3 Keys to High-ROI Workshops Recap49:52 - Action Plan vs. Alignment Plan54:45 - Building Real Follow-Through Into the Workshop59:10 - Marketing the MVC Internally and Externally01:01:04 - Why 5 Days? And How to Use the Time01:05:10 - Executing During the Workshop: Real Outputs01:07:02 - Pricing and the ROI Argument for Facilitators01:09:27 - Saying No to the Wrong Clients01:12:31 - Complex Challenges Need Creative Simplicity01:23:06 - Wrap-Up: Why Facilitation is a Creative Superpower01:24:41 - Where to Find Tim Leake & Outro🛠️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 • Tim’s Website: https://letslightbulb.com • High ROI Workshops: https://highroiworkshops.com • Follow Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timleake/📬 Subscribe for weekly episodes on better facilitation and impactful workshop design.

Struggling to sell your workshops? Learn 5 sales mistakes that kill facilitation businesses and the tactics to fix them so you can book more clients and build a sustainable facilitation career.You’ll discover how to:✅ Make workshops easy to understand (and relevant to client problems)✅ Shift the conversation from your offer to their needs✅ Use niching and packaging to stand out✅ Keep your sales pipeline full year-round✅ Turn one-off clients into long-term partnersWhether you’re new to facilitation or already experienced, mastering sales is the key to getting better clients, better projects, and more consistent income.💡 If you liked this episode: • Subscribe for more facilitation & workshop design strategies • Share this with a fellow facilitator who struggles with sales📩 Want to design and run better workshops?Join Mehdi’s free newsletter for weekly facilitation tips, workshop design tools, and real-life strategies to help you run sessions that deliver results and get booked to do more of them: https://facilitatorscorner.substack.com/Or connect with Mehdi on LinkedIn for daily ideas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehdi-en-naizi-75b533116/Timestamps:00:00 Why selling workshops is so tricky02:19 The first challenge: explaining what a workshop is04:37 Mistake #1: Nobody cares about workshops except you09:22 Mistake #2: Not niching or packaging your workshops14:07 Mistake #3: Relying on social media for instant sales16:33 Mistake #4: Only selling when you have no projects21:18 Mistake #5: Not leveraging networking & after-workshop moments28:26 Action steps & wrap-up

Dee Scarano, an experienced innovation facilitator who has worked with giants like Google and LEGO, dives into the essentials of effective workshop design. She highlights the importance of preparation and stakeholder understanding, while discussing common mistakes facilitators make, like neglecting psychological safety. Dee emphasizes the role of neuroscience in creativity and decision-making while suggesting powerful questions to ask clients. With her course, 'The Elite Facilitator,' she aims to empower facilitators to create impactful experiences tailored to their audience.