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How to make your meetings more energetic?
How to make your meetings more energetic? Do you notice that meetings often drain your energy instead of giving you energy? That your real talents and...
How to make your meetings more energetic?
Do you notice that meetings often drain your energy instead of giving you energy? That your real talents and ideas often remain unused? And how many projects, which were basically good ideas, do you see fail... due to a lack of collaboration, frustration or a lack of clarity? You are not alone; a great many teams struggle with dull meetings, faltering collaboration and a growing pile of missed opportunities.
And this is while most organisations want to work like a well-oiled machine, want to innovate and want to grow. In fact, people would very much like to contribute, offer added value and deliver engaging and meaningful work.
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The difference between coaching and facilitating.
You are in a meeting again, or wait, yet another team consultation... You have prepared the agenda tightly and you are ready to lead the troops through the maze...
You are in a meeting again, or wait, yet another team consultation... You have prepared the agenda tightly and you are ready to lead the troops through the maze of action points. While you hope for a consultation where everyone cooperates constructively, you notice that the energy is gone... A few colleagues dominate the conversation, the usual suspects. The rest look absent or secretly try to answer their emails... For twenty minutes you listen to the same mediocre ideas from the same two people who are always arguing.
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From unrest to collaboration
It was going to be a two-day event where everything was at stake. The CEO was determined: "I want us to do more than just talk. We need concrete output...
It was going to be a two-day event where everything was at stake.
The CEO was determined: "I want us to do more than just talk. We need concrete output, an action plan that gives us direction for the coming years." Her concern was clearly palpable.
Her goal? To develop a shared vision for 2025, and to ensure that the management team presented a united front. Her challenge? The team consisted partly of new members, there were sensitive themes at play and there were a few critical minds questioning the course of the organisation.
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This meeting could have been an email...
During the break of the 'Future Thinking' training I facilitated yesterday, Katrien told me she saw little chance of putting what she learned into practice...
During the break of the 'Future Thinking' training I facilitated yesterday, Katrien told me she saw little chance of putting what she learned into practice, because she constantly spent her time in meetings. And that those meetings were not only time-consuming, but bluntly a waste of time. Often she just sat listening to topics that did not concern her at all. Nice to know, but not useful in the slightest...
When she asked me what she could do about this, I could reassure her: "You can really count yourself lucky, because you are not the only one in the world in that situation at all!"
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Facilitation is a game
We have all been there, sitting in a meeting room, looking at the clock and waiting for the session to be over. The leader of the...
Facilitating is a game
We have all been there, sitting in a meeting room, looking at the clock and waiting for the session to be over. The meeting leader does their best, but the energy is low and participation is even lower. Unfortunately, this is a common scenario in many organisations, where meetings become a routine instead of an opportunity for collaboration and innovation.
The cost of ineffective meetings
The consequences of ineffective meetings are more than just boredom. They include wasted time, undiscovered ideas and untapped potential. When participants are not engaged, the collective intelligence of the group remains underutilised. This not only affects the direct results of the meeting, but also impacts the morale and productivity of the team.
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The power of Mastermind: Smarter and More Successful Together
What is a Mastermind group? A Mastermind group is a team of people inside or outside an organisation, who temporarily work together to help each other...
What is a Mastermind group?
A Mastermind group is a team of people inside or outside an organisation, who temporarily work together to help each other grow, both personally and professionally. A Master Mind group is a temporary group of up to 1 year. The idea comes from Napoleon Hill, an author who introduced the concept in his book "Think And Grow Rich" from 1937. According to Hill, the power of a Mastermind Group is not one individual, but the combined intelligence of all members. It is a place where 1 + 1 equals 3, thanks to the 'third mind' that emerges when people work together.
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The SCORE makes problem solving easy
Imagine: it is a typical working day and you are faced with a challenging problem. Your first reaction might be to ask your boss for help...
Imagine: it is a typical working day and you are faced with a challenging problem. Your first reaction might be to ask your boss for help. But what if you try to find a solution yourself first? How do you make the best use of the resources you have? Problem solving ability is crucial for success in any role and at any level. It is also one of the skills most sought after by managers.
Problem solving in the 21st century
In today's dynamic world, problem solving is an essential skill. Companies face unprecedented challenges and the need for effective problem solvers is greater than ever. Technological progress, globalisation and constant changes in the market require a new approach to problem solving. It is not just about finding a solution, but about understanding the problem and developing a strategy that fits the unique situation of each company.
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Looking for your favourite materials as a Visual Practitioner
If it can be done online As a visual practitioner, whether as a coach, trainer or facilitator, it is important to have the right tools to...
If it can be done online
As a visual practitioner, whether as a coach, trainer or facilitator, it is important to have the right tools to practise and improve your skills. One of the best places to find these tools is Neuland, a German company known for its quality, fast delivery and extensive range of products you need as a Visual Practitioner. It is not without reason that Neuland is often described as the Disneyland for visual practitioners.
Neuland offers an extensive selection of markers in different thicknesses and for different applications. But that is only a small part of their professional range for training, coaching and facilitation. They have a strong brand identity, with a focus on supporting your perfect work.
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Play this game for successful meetings
Imagine that facilitating meetings feels like playing an engaging and challenging game. A game in which every participant plays a...
Imagine that facilitating meetings feels like playing an engaging and challenging game. A game in which every participant plays an important role, where creativity and collaboration are the ball, and where rules ensure a structured and enjoyable experience. In this game of facilitation lie the keys to effective and successful meetings. Let us discover together why the game as a metaphor is such a powerful tool to tackle the challenges of facilitation.
The Players
You are a player, an important link in the success of every meeting. But you are not alone! Every participant is a valuable player, with unique talents and perspectives. Witness the power of collective intelligence when every player contributes to the game of ideas, solutions and creative breakthroughs.
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10 acronyms that help you facilitate better
Are you a facilitator or do you want to become better at facilitating gatherings, meetings or workshops? Then I have 8 handy acronyms for you...
Are you a facilitator or do you want to become better at facilitating gatherings, meetings or workshops? Then I have 8 handy acronyms for you that can help you structure and facilitate various processes and activities.
LSD: Listen, Summarise and Dig deeper. LSD is an acronym used to help participants communicate effectively and understand better. It means that as a facilitator you must actively listen to the speaker, summarise their words and then ask targeted questions to increase understanding and clear up any ambiguities.
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Learn to facilitate! The key to successful meetings.
We have all been there. A meeting where no one seems to know what needs to happen. Everyone looks at their watch and waits until...
We have all been there. A meeting where no one seems to know what needs to happen. Everyone looks at their watch and waits until it is finally over. But what if I tell you that there is a way to prevent this? Facilitation techniques!
Facilitation techniques are a set of skills and techniques used to help groups of people achieve their goals. With these techniques, you create an environment where everyone can actively participate in the process. And the best part of all? They are easy to use and even fun!
Let us look at some popular facilitation techniques:
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