FTF226: Stamp Out Boring Workshops with Leanne Hughes and Prina Shah
Welcome to a podcast swap! I was a guest on the delightful Prina Shah's podcast, Ways to Change the Workplace recently, and the episode had such wonderful reviews/feedback, I thought I'd bring it onto this feed!
What are some common mistakes that workshop facilitators make that lead to boring workshops?
How can workshop facilitators create a safe and inclusive environment where all participants feel comfortable sharing their ideas and opinions?
What are some creative approaches to workshop design that can help break up the monotony of traditional lecture-style presentations?
Here’s Prina’s intro:
Today I chat with my friend Leanne Hughes all the way in Brisbane, Queensland. Leanne is a thought-provoking entrepreneur with an upcoming book called the 2 Hour Workshop Blueprint and it is great – I have been an early reader and have user-tested it myself in the workshops that I deliver!
Leanne talks about her years of experience as a facilitator and what she has learnt from that, we cover:
Common mistakes that workshop facilitators make that lead to boring workshops.
How important it is to engage workshop participants from the outset, and some effective ways to do so.
The role technology plays in creating more dynamic and engaging workshops.
I ask how important is it to have a clear purpose and desired outcome for a workshop, and how can facilitators ensure that participants are aligned with these goals?
We discuss ways to keep energy levels high throughout the workshop, particularly during long sessions.
How workshop facilitators can create a safe and inclusive environment where all participants feel comfortable sharing their ideas and opinions.
Some creative approaches to workshop design that can help break up the monotony of traditional lecture-style presentations.
Some common myths about what makes a workshop successful, and how we can dispel them to create more effective learning experiences.
And listen in to Leanne’s answer to my question: if you had a magic wand, what is one way you would change the workplace?
About your host: Prina Shah
Prina Shah is a Global Coach, Consultant, Trainer and Speaker with 20+ years of experience in developing Executives, Leaders and Teams. MHerspecialty is in developing your people and working with you to optimise your organisational cultures.
Links and Resources:
Listen to Prina’s podcsat, Ways to Change The Workplace
Connect with Prina on Linkedin
Continue the conversation when the show is over, join The Flipchart free group on Facebook
My new book is out: The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint: Design Fast. Deliver Strong. Without Stress.
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