Send Leanne a messageIn this First Time Facilitator episode, we hear from consultant, Rachel Grace, on how she facilitates and leads mindfulness workshops; and coaches people to adapt to the rapid change of modern day work-life and society. Rachel believe the world needs more mindful leaders and they need them right now. The skill of mindfulness isn’t only […] The post We need more mindful leaders (and we need them right now) with Rachel Grace (Episode 6) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.Every day in 2025, Leanne is podcasting on her new show, Leanne on Demand.Tune in over here!(Otherwise, enjoy the back catalogue of First Time Facilitator episodes).Support the show

Send Leanne a messageIn this First Time Facilitator episode, we hear from Humor Engineer, Andrew Tarvin on how he crafts and embeds comedy into his presentations and work life. Andrew provides simple, actionable tips on how to do this; and why it’s important to brings laughter into the workplace. In this episode you’ll learn: Simple hacks you can […] The post How to use humour to deliver x-factor presentations (and laughs) with Andrew Tarvin (Episode 5) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.Every day in 2025, Leanne is podcasting on her new show, Leanne on Demand.Tune in over here!(Otherwise, enjoy the back catalogue of First Time Facilitator episodes).Support the show

Send Leanne a messageIn this episode you’ll learn: How drawing for others shows participants that you value their time Why drawing on a flip-chart is more authentic and human and invites feedback, over a pre-prepared powerpoint presentation The four-step system they teach, so that anyone can walk out of their two day workshop with the skills for visual facilitation […] The post Why drawing together can help solve complex problems (and change the world) with Marcel Van Hove (Episode 4) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.Every day in 2025, Leanne is podcasting on her new show, Leanne on Demand.Tune in over here!(Otherwise, enjoy the back catalogue of First Time Facilitator episodes).Support the show

Send Leanne a messageIN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT: How she used to throw up before speaking in public and how she overcame that fear How she manages the participants (and her own) energy levels over a five-day workshop. Why it’s important to shut the world off (and your phone) when you’re in a learning environment Why […] The post Conquering your fear of public speaking with expert trainer and facilitator, Nikki McMurray (Episode 3) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.Every day in 2025, Leanne is podcasting on her new show, Leanne on Demand.Tune in over here!(Otherwise, enjoy the back catalogue of First Time Facilitator episodes).Support the show

Send Leanne a messageWelcome to the second episode of the First Time Facilitator podcast. Teagan Dowler is the Founder of The BCW, Treasurer of the Diversity Practitioners Association, Author of Rules of the Game and Organisational Development and Leadership Coach. Teagan has worked across a range of industries including Civil Construction, Iron Ore, Coal, Financial, and Health in […] The post It’s not about you: Diversity and Inclusion expert, Teagan Dowler shares why listening is the #1 skill of a facilitator (Episode 2) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.Every day in 2025, Leanne is podcasting on her new show, Leanne on Demand.Tune in over here!(Otherwise, enjoy the back catalogue of First Time Facilitator episodes).Support the show

Send Leanne a messageWelcome to the first ever episode of the First Time Facilitator podcast. This podcast is for those of you that are experts and want to share your knowledge and skills with others.  In my experience, it can be difficult taking that first step to become a facilitator. Today’s guest, and our very first, Sonia McDonald, will share some amazing advice and some tips and tricks on facilitation and training. Sonia was recently named in the top 250 influential women across the globe by Richtopia. She’s an entrepreneur, though leader, a keynote speaker, executive coach, board advisor, and author. She’s the CEO and founder of Leadership HQ and is launching her latest book ‘Just Rock It’ in February. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT: Sonia’s response when someone asked if she knew anything about leadership. How she was unprepared for what was to come when founding Leadership HQ. Her success expectation after she created the leadership blog. An insightful piece of advice to people that need that extra push or courage to stand at the front of the room. How she’s able to fill the room with immense energy while presenting. Key skills you need to learn so as to engage people in a workshop. Skills she’s improved over the years and how she did it. How she’s able to communicate in different styles to different types of audiences. Best way to embed learning after a workshop. The biggest challenge in the leadership space. Why you should read Sonia’s new book, 'Just Rock It', and the motivation behind writing it. Best advice to a first time facilitator. Her go-to icebreaker. RESOURCES  Video: Your body language may shape who you are by Amy Cuddy Websites: Leadership HQ and Sonia McDonald Book: Just Rock It by Sonia McDonald  Every day in 2025, Leanne is podcasting on her new show, Leanne on Demand.Tune in over here!(Otherwise, enjoy the back catalogue of First Time Facilitator episodes).Support the show