Yesterday I wrote about a nightmarish workshop setup I walked into and had to improvise on the spot. You can read about it here if you missed it! Making lemonade from lemons… I quickly popped in an Altoid, just in case, for the people in front of me, took a deep breath and got […]
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Individual and Group Loop
A balance between group and individual learning is the most exciting process a facilitator can create. By understanding the process of individual and group development, a facilitator can create an experience to match individual and group needs. Below is a handout for your group, based upon Tuckman’s Model, that may help them understand where they […]
Peer Introductions
This is a series of questions you can ask people to complete prior to coming together, use as a paired activity in the beginning or simply give them a few minutes in the beginning to ponder and then share. We have used this many times when a group is first forming, in conference settings […]
The ‘I’ in Team
Together Each Individual Achieves More Who is responsible for making this a great training session? Who is going to make this organization a place to enjoy? Who is going to make the world a better place? Who is going to hold me accountable? I am! To access this post, you must purchase Monthly Membership, Yearly […]
Example of Agreements for Full Value Contracts
The Full Value Contract was introduced as a setup tool and below are some additional agreements you can use: Be present Pay attention Speak your truth Be open to outcomes Create a safe environment I will value myself and others. I will behave in a way that keeps myself and others safe. I agree to […]
Full Value Contract
This full value contract asks you to agree to these five commitments as guidelines for group participation. Because I care about myself and my group, I agree to: Work Together:I with my group in order to achieve both my own goals and the goals of the group. I will support the group in achieving our goals. Be […]
Plus Delta as a Feedback Tool
Plus Delta originated from Total Quality Management and is a Lean Six Sigma tool. The Plus Delta is a great tool to help you stay in alignment with your group over a longer period – a workshop or a retreat is great and a longer project is event better. The tool works well because […]