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Get an exclusive peek behind the scenes as I chat with Katrien Schepers and Michiel Hauwaert, the brilliant minds behind the Facilitators Connect Retreat. Back by popular demand after the resounding success of its inaugural edition in September 2023, we dive into the journey from inception to sequel.
Tune in to
ππ» Delve into the highs and lows of organizing the inaugural event, sharing candid anecdotes and lessons learned along the way.
ππ» Revisit the impactful moments and lasting impressions from the first retreat, uncovering the profound effect it had on participants and organizers alike.
ππ» Discover what prompted Katrien and Michiel to extend the legacy of the retreat with a follow-up edition, fueled by the overwhelming feedback and demand.
ππ» Get an exclusive preview of what's in store for the upcoming retreat, including program highlights, the picturesque location in France, and invaluable insights awaiting attendees.
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[https://www.facilitatorsconnect.com](https://www.facilitatorsconnect.com/)
Get your €250 discount by using the code FC-NATHY when registering at [https://events.thrivecart.com/facilitators-connect-2024](https://events.thrivecart.com/facilitators-connect-2024/)
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In this exciting episode, join us as we delve into our personal journeys and unveil the collaborative project we've been eagerly crafting: the Take-Off Bootcamp, designed to empower facilitators on their path to freelancing success.
Tune-in to
β¨ Hear about Nathy's adventurous move to Bali and the unique experiences she's encountered along the way.
π€ Join the conversation around work-life balance in freelance life, sharing our candid insights and practical tips for navigating the daily juggle.
π‘Discover the importance of carving out time to work on your business and gain valuable direction in your freelance journey.
π₯ Dive into the art of designing captivating workshop sessions
π Get a behind the scenes as we unveil the collaborative process of building our upcoming bootcamp, offering a glimpse into the inspiration and dedication driving its creation.
Want to get more information about the bootcamp:
- Sign up here to get the infos: https://laworkshoppeuse.ck.page/take-off-bootcamp-april2024
- Book a 20 min call with Nathy: https://calendly.com/la-workshoppeuse/20-min-free-call -
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In this episode, Apa and I have the pleasure of interviewing the inspirational Gitanjali Ponnappa, a Partner at EY for Business Transformation and leader of the EY Innovation Hubs known as wavespace. Gitanjali brings a wealth of experience and insights into the importance of human-centered approaches in driving change and innovation within organizations.
Tune in as we delve into the following key points:
π **Human-Centered Innovation:** Discover why prioritizing human-centered thinking is crucial for driving meaningful change and innovation within organizations.
π€ **The Role of Facilitation:** Explore how facilitation plays a pivotal role in driving outcomes and effectively communicates the importance of human-centered thinking to decision-makers.
π **Generalist vs. Specialist:** Join the debate on whether it's better to be a generalist or have topic expertise as a facilitator, and understand the significance of having a deep understanding of the business context.
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**Waiting-List for La Workshoppeuse TAKE-OFF Bootcamp:**
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I am more than happy to welcome my peer in the butter community, Said Saddouk, also known as The Facilitainer, an expert in creating captivating virtual sessions. Saïd shares his journey into freelancing and discusses the challenges of transitioning into this career path.
Tune into our little chat about:
ππ» Said’s path into freelancing during the pandemic
ππ» The challenge of quitting a job without a plan B
ππ» How using LinkedIn to share knowledge and build a following that leads to new opportunities
ππ» His passion about tech that turn to a business helping facilitators and trainers create more engaging and interactive experiences.
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Join me, Apa, and Audrey as we delve into our own experiences of clicking instantly upon meeting, possibly due to our shared ENFP personality type. We'll explore the diverse range of personalities often found among facilitators and discuss practical strategies for leveraging these differences in the facilitation process.
In this episode, we'll cover:
π Insights into why connections sometimes instantly click or don't
π§ Deep dive into ENFP and INFP personality types common among facilitators
π¨ Introduction to the DISC model, categorizing individuals into four colors representing their communication styles
Email your questions to :[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
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It's an absolute delight to have Penny Blackmore on the show! After enjoying her previous podcast, "Happy Hours," hosted with Brittni Bowering, I couldn't wait to dive into a conversation with her.
Today, we explore how Penny utilizes facilitation techniques to engage with her B2B clients, gathering valuable insights for effective collaboration. Additionally, she shares insights on her program designed to empower self-employed individuals to approach sales confidently, prioritizing authenticity over flashy marketing tactics
Tune in to listen to our little chat about:
ππ» Her Background
ππ» How facilitation methods enables her to gather customers information
ππ» How to sale without being salesy as a freelancer
ππ» Her great program coming out in a few days
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**Sign up for our Newsletter** “La Workshoppeuse-Gazette” here :
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I have the great pleasure to welcome Bas Warmerdam, founder of ConsultingKids. Not only does he work with renowned companies as a consultant and facilitator, but he also helps them by turning their complex organizational issues into simple concepts for kids to creatively solve, then applies their solutions back in the organization.
Today, he joins us to unveil the concept and the magic of this new way of working.
What to Expect in Our Conversation:
Bas shares insights into:
ππ» **His Background**
ππ» **The Concept of ConsultingKids:** an innovative approach of using children's perspectives to tackle organizational challenges.
ππ» **The Power of Children's Thinking:** Explore how children ask different questions and generate a multitude of ideas, sparking innovative solutions.
ππ» **The Companies and Success Stories:** Delve into the clients and the fascinating challenges that ConsultingKids has successfully addressed, turning organizational issues into enchanting adventures.
ConsultingKids leverages the creative, uninhibited thinking of children to develop innovative solutions for organizational and societal challenges, regardless of complexity. For more information, visit [ConsultingKids website](https://consultingkids.com/).
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Ever thought of quitting the comfort of your 9-5? We did it!
Join me, Apa and Audrey as we discuss the many occasions we’ve stepped outside of our comfort zones. The fears, the excitement and the various support systems that made all this possible.
From moving abroad, to quitting our corporate jobs, we’re exploring how fears are assumptions we’re making about outcomes, and how equipped we are to deal with that.
π£ Spoiler alert! We also uncovered the real story behind Apa’s viral video/nightmare! π«£
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
π Our respective moving abroad experiences
π± How society expectations and our own fears prevent us from taking the leap
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Today I welcome Deborah Rim Moiso. Not only is she an endorsed *Endorsed Facilitator with the IAF*, but she also serves as one of the editors of the prestigious "State of Facilitation Report" alongside the talented SessionLab team.
She join us today to unveil the real state of facilitation as we enter 2024.
Tune in to discover:
ππ» Her Background
ππ» How facilitators can enhance their workshop design process with the tools and resources available on the SessionLab platform
ππ» The highlight from the State of Facilitation 2024
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Today I welcome my 2 partner in crime, Apa hospodková and Audrey Thouvenin, to have a little chat during our Workshopping Weekend at my home in Germany.
Both are high skilled corporate Workshop facilitators who will join me on the podcast every 2 weeks in our so called “Spin-off’s”
*In these fortnightly episodes, we'll chat about all things facilitation, share our experiences, and explore topics related to our craft. It's like having a cozy chat with old friends, and we can't wait to have you join us!*
This short, a tad wild episode gives you a sneak peek into the vibe that awaits you in future episodes.
In this episode, we cover:
π₯ An introduction to Apa and Audrey
π€ How our paths crossed and why having biz buddies is crucial
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Matthias Lenssen, a skilled facilitation specialised in Design Thinking and Innovation Workshops has created a new way of preparing workshops and meetings using the room and using tape to create creative spaces, playgrounds, but also structure and guidance for the facilitators and the workshop participants
I could enjoy and admire his work at a facilitation retreat in 2023 held in the Netherlands, and could’nt wait to welcome him on the show.
Tune in and learn about:
- How Matthias started to use tape by coincidence
- How tape helps you as a facilitator holding the room
- How to use and re-uses tapes and create big templates to activate embodyment in your workshops.
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My friend Audrey Thouvenin has joined me as we kick off the exciting journey that is 2024. Audrey is a kindred spirit, sharing my unwavering enthusiasm for facilitation. With her extensive background in corporates and fintech startups, she's no stranger to the hurdles of modernizing outdated business systems and she is also convinced that the corporates world need facilitators more than ever.
Audrey is now an integral part of the La Workshoppeuse team, and you can expect to hear more from our small talks in the next months!
In our small talk, we cover:
- Audrey's background and how we met
ππ» The challenges we've both experienced in the corporate world.
ππ» The transformative power of facilitation and the role of facilitators.
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obias Dennehy contains multitudes: He is Head of People Experience at Siemens, Singer/Songwriter on stage, and Storyteller at heart. For many years, he worked as a Corporate Story Architect, consulting companies and institutions on how and where to tell their stories best … and workshops were naturally one means of inspiration and education for these clients.
He gives insights into
ππ» How stories and experiences are connected
ππ» Why listening helps people understand the level of engagement in organisations
ππ» What lies behind his role as a Story Architect
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Get ready for an inspiring journey with our guest, Jakub Michalski, the good soul behind the Workhopper Master Community and the Facilitator Club Community. Jakub has embarked on a new adventure as a solopreneur, and he's on a mission to help organizations build thriving communities that bring immense value to businesses.
In this exciting episode, you'll discover:
ππ» **Jakub's Journey Around the World:**
From Poland to Great Britain and Germany, Jakub's life experiences have shaped his unique perspective on facilitation and community building.
ππ» **Eureka Moment at a Facilitation Retreat:**
Find out how a transformative facilitation retreat inspired Jakub to reflect on his career path and set him on the course to becoming a community-building expert.
ππ» **Why Solopreneurship?**
Jakub spills the beans on his "why" behind the shift to solopreneurship, and how he's harnessing his passion to make a meaningful impact.
ππ» **Building Communities for Business Success:**
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In this engaging episode, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Maria Wichmann, not only a dear friend but also a fellow workshopper. She is an expert in the field of business succession, using facilitation as a tool to help senior business owners to connect and collaborate with the future owner (their successors) of their business.
Here's a sneak peek of what you'll uncover in this episode:
ππ» Her background from being a technical acoustic engineer to becoming a workshop facilitator.
ππ» Discover the unwavering determination that fueled her transition, with no backup plan in sight.
ππ» Her mission: bridging the gap between senior entrepreneurs and their younger successors, forging connections and partnerships.
ππ» Dive into the world of facilitation techniques, particularly the power of visualization, and how they play a pivotal role in addressing the complexities of transitioning stakeholders. -
In this episode, join David Finnegan, the founder of 'jumble' and a former UX lead, as he shares his journey and experience in facilitating successful team collaborations and becoming a workshop facilitator.
With a hands-on understanding of product development, strategy, and team dynamics, he unpacks the essence of facilitation in driving business teams effectiveness.
In This Episode, You'll Discover:
ππ» The story of David's journey from UX design to facilitation
ππ» Why facilitation is crucial for businesses seeking to create 'ownable' solutions amidst complex team dynamics.
ππ» The common pitfalls in team collaboration and how facilitation can bridge the trust gap in traditional business structures.
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Can you believe that someone could ever tell: Objectives and Key Results (OKR) is my gateway drug?! My guest of the day, Sandra Pretzer, is OKR Master and said it with such an enthusiasm that I wanted to hear more about it!. She is truly passionate by this framework, which helps organizations developing their strategy, narrowing it down to their teams.
She has help companies from all kind of industry and field and give insights in her works and how workshops built one another guide teams through the process.
In this episode, you'll discover:
ππ» Sandra’s background
ππ» What OKR is and where it comes from
ππ» Why organizations need another approach in this changing world
ππ» Insights about the workshop structure to guide teams through the process
ππ» How she train her clients so they can run these workshops by themselves
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In today's episode, we're joined by a powerful woman, Lauren Waldman, also known as Learning Pirate, hailing from Canada. Lauren is not only a learning scientist but also a learning consultant, science translator, and engaging speaker. She is the driving force behind Learning Pirates, where she utilizes her expertise to help individuals and teams harness the power of neuroscience for improved performance and understanding.
Despite venturing into science later in her career, Lauren's life took a transformative turn when she delved into the world of neuroscience. This newfound knowledge profoundly impacted her as a human being and, as a result, redirected her professional path. Now, she collaborates with scientists to bridge the gap between research and practical application for the wider public. Additionally, she works with teams to enhance their understanding of how the brain functions and how to optimize the learning process.
In this episode, you will :
ππ» Learn about Lauren's journey and the experiences that led her to her current role as a learning scientist and consultant.
ππ» Explore the profound impact of neuroscience on Lauren's career and the transformative insights it offers.
ππ» Discover why facilitators and leaders should embrace this knowledge to lead teams more effectively and with greater empathy.
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A year have passed since I started this podcast by coincidence. I had no idea where it would bring me as I started and also no expectations.
Realizing a short time ago that this podcast has an impact and is a motivation for some of you has touched my heart so much. I normally love to be the one who guide my guest and let them shine, since they diserve it. But for this special episode, I accept to answer some of your questions and let you be the interviewers and me the guest of There is a workshop for that.
Discover insights of my journey
ππ» What is my secret sauce for Workshop ?
ππ» How my passion and experience as a musician contribute to my journey as facilitator?
ππ» How have I personally grown throughout this journey and interaction with all the facilitators on the show?
ππ» What were my highs and my lows, what’s motivating me even in the lows?
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Join us in this episode as we delve into the innovative world of R SPRINT, a workshop system that's set to transform how facilitators craft their workshops, whether online or offline.Our guest for today is Boris Petrovitch Njegosh, Head of Product & Learning at Instellar, and the brilliant mind behind R SPRINT. Boris's journey into the realm of facilitation was no mere accident; it was a natural progression for someone passionate about innovation and digital products. In 2015, he founded INTERSTELLAR, an independent innovation and collective intelligence agency committed to driving the digital transformation of blue-chip companies.During our conversation, we'll explore:ππ» **Boris's Journey** and learn what drove him into facilitation.ππ» **The R SPRINT Story:** Unearth R SPRINT's origins and its transformative journey ππ» **Survey Insights:** Dive into the survey findings from the R SPRINT Team, revealing facilitators' needs and aspirations.ππ» **Collaborative Innovation:** Discover how R SPRINT plans to co-create signature workshop templates with renowned facilitator experts, enriching facilitation.
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