Facilitation Techniques:

In any group process there are two competing dynamics - content and process. The process of directing, supporting, guiding and coaching groups of people through the stages and tasks required to attain their stated goal is the most accepted definition of facilitation. However, the ideal facilitator does not lead the participants to conclusion, but rather stimulates insights and then follows what emerges from the group.

Facilitation is fast becoming a core competency for anyone who leads a team, coordinates a committee or manages a project. In fact it's extremely difficult to create buy-in, set group goals or solve complex problems without highly developed facilitation skills.

This fast-paced, experiential workshop provides an overview of the role of the facilitator, plus opportunities for practice using a wide range of tools and techniques. Through small group exercises, you will gain first hand knowledge about the critical importance of facilitation in running effective meetings.

With our course you will learn:

1. How to make meetings engaging, respectful and creative.
2. To discover, address and solve real problems.
3. To help people be themselves and not hold back.
4. How a group can tackle and solve impossible problems and become empowered.
5. How a group reaches real consensus rapidly, without compromising individuality.
6. How participants build a sense of community, trust and commitment.
7. That individuals will grow in capability.
8. That the system will grow in capability.


Audience:


This course is critical for any individual who faces the following challenges:

Leading a task force
Establishing an organization's strategic direction
Running better meetings
Getting a business process operating efficiently
Establishing performance objectives
Working through conflict/internal strife
Defining the specific needs of a user community