First Time Facilitator

On Episode 12 of the First Time Facilitator podcast, I interview Paul Hellman from Express Potential about his secrets for communication in a distracted world.  Paul believes presenters only have 8 seconds to grab their audience’s attention. In this show you’ll learn How you can break through to ensure your message is heard (even in […] The post The two hats: Switching your mode between facilitating and presenting with Paul Hellman (Episode 12) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.

In this First Time Facilitator episode, Emmanuella Grace from Find Your Voice Australia explains what your voice is telling people.  After running full-day workshops, she shares her ideas on preventing voice loss, and the fundamental things you can do to look after your voice. We explore longer-term approaches to creating stronger voice presence, which involves […] The post Losing your voice when delivering a workshop? You’re doing it wrong with Emmanuella Grace (Episode 11) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.

In Episode 10 of the First Time Facilitator podcast, Scott Amy from the Pacific Institute shares his secrets on Socratic facilitation and how he was inspired by a faciltator who incorporated flamenco dancing in his workshop. In this episode you’ll learn Why seeing a strong facilitator (who used a style of flamenco dancing in his […] The post Keeping workshop content fresh after 25 years (and how I was inspired by a flamenco dancing facilitator) with Scott Amy (Episode 10) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.

In this First Time Facilitator podcast episode, facilitator, entrepreneur and inventor Cherelle Witney shares how a diverse career spanning legal, health and tourism has helped her confidently deliver workshops to thousands of participants. In this episode you’ll learn: How to create a safe environment (hint: It’s all about being yourself) Why you only have three […] The post The three minute rule of group facilitation with Cherelle Witney (Episode 9) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.

In this First Time Facilitator episode, internationally bestselling author Matthew Dicks shares why storytelling so important, and how telling stories is not simply sharing a series of events; it’s the manipulation of emotions. It’s a skill that can be taught and he shares some of the techniques he uses to engage his audience, whether they’re […] The post Storytelling works! (Because no one’s ever asked to see a Powerpoint presentation twice) (Episode 8) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.

In this First Time Facilitator episode, Sue Johnston from the Artemis Group shares practical facilitation advice from an introvert’s perspective. She talks about how she ‘accidentally’ wound up as a facilitator after working on strategies to make weekly teleconferences more effective.  Sue also emphasises the importance of preparation, and why it’s critical to revisit and […] The post Preparation: It’s the security blanket for facilitators with Sue Johnston (Episode 7) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.

In 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.

In 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.

In 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.

IN 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.

Welcome 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.

Welcome 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 […] The post Just Rock It! Facilitation and training tips from leadership guru Sonia McDonald (Episode 1) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.