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We dive into the interconnected relationship between the mind, body, and soul and how aligning all three can unlock the manifestation of your deepest desires. We explore the non-linear path of self-growth, the power of somatic awareness, and what it actually means to be in energetic alignment. Through personal stories and experiences with modalities like NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and energy healing, we look at how burnout, misalignment, or over-efforting are often invitations to reconnect with your full self. This isn't about doing more. It's about doing the inner work that sustains outer results. Key Takeaways: ✨ How the mind, body, and soul each play a unique role in manifestation ✨ Real-life experiences with burnout and the practices that helped with recovery ✨ Why self-growth is not linear and how to embrace the in-between moments ✨ The role of energy healing, NLP, and EMDR in releasing internal blocks ✨ How somatic work can reveal what mindset work alone cannot ✨ A grounded look at authentic pricing strategies for service-based entrepreneurs This episode is for you if you've been doing the mindset work but still feel stuck, or if you're seeking a more embodied and soul-aligned approach to growth and success. Energy Healers, Facilitators, & Resources mentioned in this and/or past episodes:
Improving Organizational Performance, with Deb Page, The Institute for Performance Improvement (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 872) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray interviews Deb Page, the president of The Institute for Performance Improvement. Deb shares her insights on how organizations can navigate complex challenges, particularly focusing on the role […] The post Improving Organizational Performance, with Deb Page, The Institute for Performance Improvement appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Improving Organizational Performance, with Deb Page, The Institute for Performance Improvement (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 872) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray interviews Deb Page, the president of The Institute for Performance Improvement. Deb shares her insights on how organizations can navigate complex challenges, particularly focusing on the role […]
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Guillaume Vermette about his work as a therapeutic clown, using theatre, emotion, and deep listening to build human connection in long-term care homes. While the conversation doesn't focus directly on facilitation, the skills Guillaume shares are highly relevant to facilitation practice. Beth and Guillaume also talk about: Listening beyond words to honour people's emotional realities The power of non-verbal communication and presence Working in pairs to create more opportunities for connection The five core qualities of clowning and how they relate to being human How authenticity and lightheartedness can impact well-being Engage with Guillaume Vermette Website: https://www.GuillaumeVermette.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guillaumevermette Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guillaumevermette/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clownhumanitaire Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast: Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, LinkedIn, or YouTube Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.com Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom: Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at hello@bcblearning.com Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions
In this conversation, Phil Brown and Ken Weisner explore the significance of play in learning and personal development. Ken shares his journey into the world of play, highlighting key moments that shaped his understanding of its importance. They discuss the barriers adults face in engaging with play, the marketing challenges within the industry, and the profound impact play can have on team dynamics and personal growth. Ken emphasizes the essential qualities of a facilitator in creating a playful environment, underscoring the need for energy and passion in facilitating play. In this conversation, Ken Weisner shares insights on the importance of play in education and personal development. He emphasizes the need for a playful mindset, engaging activities, and the power of empathy in connecting with participants. Ken discusses his favorite activities that foster connection and learning, and he reflects on his journey towards writing a book about the significance of play. Play is essential for learning and personal growth. Experiences in Montessori education can reshape perspectives on learning. Adults often fear looking silly, which hinders their ability to play. Creating a safe environment is crucial for adult play. Marketing play effectively can change perceptions of its value. Fun experiences can lead to significant personal insights. Team bonding through play can enhance relationships and performance. Facilitators must exude energy and passion to engage participants. Reflection can occur without verbal reporting; internalization is key. Play can break down barriers and foster connections among diverse groups. You have to have a child's mind. Learn more about Ken - https://www.beachplaycompany.com/ Ask me a question - podcast@high5adventure.org Support the podcast - verticalplaypen.org Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
Miguel Flores, Assistant Professor and Programme Director for Work Placements at the School of Business, National College of Ireland (NCI), has been awarded the prestigious New Foundations research grant from Research Ireland to lead a groundbreaking project aimed at improving the inclusivity and accessibility of Degree-Embedded Work Placements for students with disabilities in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The project, titled "Enhancing University-to-Work Transitions of Students with Disabilities Through Work Placements: Assessing Barriers and Facilitators in Irish Higher Education," seeks to address a significant gap in academic research. While existing studies highlight that work placements help graduates apply academic knowledge, develop transferable skills, build professional networks, and shape their graduate identity - ultimately easing the transition into the labour market - these benefits are not equitably experienced by all students. Students with disabilities often face unique challenges, including attitudinal and institutional barriers, and additional systemic hurdles that can hinder their access to these valuable opportunities. "This research aims to uncover the barriers and enablers that influence the participation of students with disabilities in work placements. The goal is to inform evidence-based policies that foster more inclusive opportunities, empowering students with disabilities to maximise both their academic achievements and professional potential." ~ Dr Miguel Flores. This project builds on Dr. Flores's research into the labour market outcomes of higher education graduates, with a particular focus on the connection between work placements and employability. His recent study found that graduates who complete work placements are more likely to secure roles aligned with their career aspirations compared to those without placement experience (Arsenis & Flores, 2024a). Additionally, his latest publication highlights how work placements influence graduate earnings, revealing that students who return to their placement employer after graduation often enjoy significant financial advantages. These findings underscore the vital role that work placements play in enhancing graduate employability and long-term career success (Arsenis & Flores, 2024b). The New Foundations research grant presents an exciting opportunity to expand this research into the realms of disability, equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in higher education. The project is expected to have a lasting impact on how Irish HEIs design and implement work placements, contributing to the development of more inclusive educational environments that support the successful university-to-work transition for students with disabilities. In pursuit of this research, the project will be conducted in partnership with AHEAD, Ireland's leading civil society organisation dedicated to creating inclusive environments for students and graduates with disabilities. This collaboration will ensure that the research not only identifies the challenges faced by students with disabilities but also translates findings into practical, actionable strategies for both educational institutions and employers. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.
In this conversation, Romy Alexandra discusses the concept of experiential learning, sharing her personal journey and insights into how experiential education can transform traditional learning methods. She emphasizes the importance of engaging learners through experience, reflection, and action, and explores the experiential learning cycle and various learning styles. The discussion also highlights the significance of reflection in the learning process and how it can be made more engaging. Romy shares practical strategies for facilitators to enhance their teaching methods and the need to bridge theory and practice in education. Experiential learning is about learning through experience, reflection, thinking, and acting. Reflection is essential for deep learning and should be varied to keep it engaging. Learning styles are preferences that can change over time and should not box learners in. The experiential learning cycle can be applied to all aspects of life, not just formal education. Peer learning is often more impactful than facilitator-led instruction. Creating a safe space for reflection can lead to powerful insights and learning outcomes. Facilitators should strive to engage all learning styles in their teaching methods. The journey of learning is continuous and can spiral into deeper understanding and action. Connect with Romy - romy@romy-alexandra.com Connect with Phil - podcast@high5adventure.org Support the podcast - verticalplaypen.org Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
What if ease wasn't the reward but the way? In this episode of Speak, Easy, we explore how inviting ease into our lives can shift the way we manifest, work, and experience everyday responsibilities. We reflect on the difference between taking action from a place of love versus fear, and how embracing joy, rest, and presence can create powerful results. From choosing connection over hustle during a pivotal holiday season to evolving our mindset around productivity, we dive into how ease doesn't mean doing less. It means doing things differently. This is about transforming pressure into flow and redefining what it means to be in alignment. Key Takeaways: ✨ The energetic difference between working from fear versus working from love ✨ How rest and joy can become magnetizing forces in manifestation ✨ A personal story about choosing social joy and receiving unexpected breakthroughs ✨ The importance of mindset when integrating ease into busy seasons ✨ Practical shifts to help you soften into tasks without losing momentum ✨ Why ease is not laziness but a powerful high-frequency state This episode is for you if you're craving more flow in your work, feeling burnt out by your to-do list, or curious about how ease can actually amplify your results. Energy Healers, Facilitators, & Resources mentioned in this and/or past episodes:
Charlotte Schoeffler es una diseñadora, formadora y facilitadora francesa radicada en España que fundó in-mocion, una escuela de creatividad que apoya a equipos de trabajo. También es formadora para Next Level Formation. En esta entrevista hablamos de las habilidades blandas, de poner el cuerpo, hacer bodystormings, equivocarnos y actuar lo que queremos que pase y de diseñar con el cuerpo. Facilitar tiene mucho arte y Charlotte en esta entrevista nos cuenta un poquito de todo lo que sabe e investigó en relación a facilitar para dar paso a la creatividad. Charlotte nos recomienda: Facilitators guide to participatory decision makingBird by birdEsta es la segunda serie sobre Creatividad. Esta serie tiene 6 episodios desde Colombia, Chile, México, España y Francia. Muchas de estas personas, como pasó ya en la serie anterior, no estudiaron diseño, sino otras cosas pero todas trabajan en relación al diseño. La serie anterior y esta la encuentran en la lista: Creatividad. Esta entrevista es parte de las listas: Creatividad, Diseño de servicios, Educación en diseño, España y diseño, Francia y diseño y Juegos. Las listas las encuentran en nuestra página web, en la sección de recomendados, en Spotify y en Youtube. Si están buscando algo y no lo encuentran siempre se pueden comunicar conmigo.
April 28, 2025: James Bowie, VP and CISO of Tampa General, explores the human side of cybersecurity leadership. Facing a fragmented IT team James reveals how a $20,000 investment in ethical hacking training eliminated millions in security risks in a single weekend. Then, how do healthcare security leaders balance life-and-death decisions when ransomware hits critical services? The conversation delves into managing AI implementation safely in healthcare settings, with James detailing their two-week governance turnaround that laid the foundation for all AI projects to come. Key Points: 02:56 Building a Cybersecurity Culture 07:00 AI and Cyber Foundations 11:29 High-Pressure Situations 15:39 Bonus Round: Personal Insights and Advice X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer
When Passion Becomes Your Career: Navigating Growth, Blocks, and Alignment What if turning your passion into a career was just the beginning of the real work? In this episode of Speak Easy, we're exploring the complex, rewarding, and sometimes challenging path of building a career around what you love. We look at what it really means to transition from passion projects into professional commitments, and how to stay rooted in creativity even when external pressures start to build. We walk through the different stages of this journey—from the early excitement and "honeymoon" phase to the realities of maintenance, creative blocks, and evolving growth. Along the way, we talk about the role of self-awareness, the importance of conscious decision-making, and why loving your work doesn't always mean it will feel easy. Key Takeaways: ✨ How to navigate the shift from passion project to professional career ✨ Why imposter syndrome can arise (even with success) and how to move through it ✨ Understanding the different seasons of creative work ✨ Practical advice for staying motivated during growth and maintenance phases ✨ The lifelong journey of evolving with your passion instead of outgrowing it ✨ Finding sustainable joy in your career without losing your spark This episode is for you if you're blending creativity with career goals, managing new levels of visibility, or figuring out how to stay aligned with your passion as your life and work evolve. Energy Healers, Facilitators, & Resources mentioned in this and/or past episodes:
In this episode, Seth reviews an article by Brett McKay and discusses the importance of community for your marriage, giving one powerful trick to solidify frequent community interaction. To access the sources for this episode, visit: https://www.artofmanliness.com/people/relationships/social-initiators-and-non-initiators/To become a subscriber of this podcast, visit:https://anchor.fm/seth-hensley/subscribe
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Marisa Gelfusa about how poetry and expressive writing can become powerful tools for facilitators to connect with themselves and with others. Beth and Marisa also talk about: Using poetry as a reflexive practice in facilitation Breaking through the inner critic with playful, accessible prompts Creating safe spaces where participants share their writing out loud Using poetry with healthcare professionals, patients, and educators Incorporating poetic inquiry into educational research Engage with Marisa Gelfusa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-gelfusa-learn/ Links From the Episode Billy Collins, Introduction to Poetry Becoming a Poet-Scientist, Interview with Sandra Faulkner University of Illinois - Philosophy of Teaching Statements* Pat Schneider and the AWA Method Ronna Bloom, Poetry in Healthcare What I Need From You (WINFY) Liberating Structure EP 51 Keeping Burnout at Bay with Beth Cougler Blom Some Days poem by Philip Terman Parallaxic Praxis: An Artful Interdisciplinary Collaborative Research Methodology by Pauline Sameshima and Roxanne Vandermause EP 47 The Pivotal Role of Learning Outcomes with Beth Cougler Blom Instructional Skills Workshop Douglas Kerr Teaching with Fire book Mary Oliver *When Marisa went to look for the University of Iowa's teaching philosophy statement website, they had modified it, so she has offered this link instead. Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast: Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, LinkedIn, or YouTube Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.com Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom: Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at hello@bcblearning.com Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions
What if your dream life was already guaranteed—how would you show up today? In this episode of Speak Easy, we're diving into the connection between practical action, spiritual alignment, and the manifestation of our highest potential. We explore what it really means to move through life as if our greatest desires are inevitable, and how that mindset shift changes everything. We talk about what it takes to shift from corporate structures to soul-led ventures, how energy work like chakra balancing helps ground that transition, and why mindset upgrades must go hand in hand with real-world steps. This conversation blends clarity with courage—making space for both intuition and intentional movement. Key Takeaways: ✨ Why aligned action is just as important as spiritual insight ✨ The role of chakra balance in maintaining clarity and momentum ✨ What it means to act as if your dream life is inevitable ✨ How to leave behind outdated goals and redefine ambition ✨ Tips for upskilling and making informed choices with confidence ✨ How high-frequency living can look grounded, strategic, and intuitive This episode is for you if you're in a season of expansion, questioning the old ways of doing things, and leaning into a version of success that finally feels like you. Energy Healers, Facilitators, & Resources mentioned in this and/or past episodes:
In this episode, Seth reviews an article by Brett McKay and discusses the importance of community for your marriage, giving one powerful trick to solidify frequent community interaction. To access the sources for this episode, visit: https://www.artofmanliness.com/people/relationships/social-initiators-and-non-initiators/To become a subscriber of this podcast, visit:https://anchor.fm/seth-hensley/subscribe
Samantha and Danielle joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about Advance Care Planning with OSF HealthCare. OSF HealthCare offers a vital resource for individuals planning their future medical care. The OSF Care Decisions model provides specially trained facilitators to guide patients through critical conversations about end-of-life preferences. Facilitators assist in completing the Power of Attorney for Health Care form, allowing individuals to designate a trusted agent to make decisions if they can't. These sessions encourage individuals to reflect on their desired care, spiritual needs, and pain management, even considering who they'd want by their side in the final moments. Preparing in advance offers peace of mind and relieves family members of difficult decision-making burdens.
What if the path to more abundance starts with doing less, not more? In this episode of Speak, Easy, we're exploring how ease, rest, and softness can be some of our most powerful tools for calling in abundance. Starting with a life update about reconnecting with someone from our past, we reflect on the unexpected ways manifestation works—especially when we allow ourselves to fully want what we want. We dive into the tension between productivity and presence, and what happens when we shift from striving to allowing. Through personal stories and real-world integration, we unpack how ease doesn't mean giving up—it means letting in. This episode invites us to reconsider how we work, create, and move through the world, especially when we're ready to do it on our own terms. Key Takeaways: ✨ The power of reconnecting and real-life proof of manifestation in motion ✨ How choosing ease can lead to deeper productivity and creativity ✨ The importance of allowing our desires without guilt or second-guessing ✨ How to experiment with routines that support flow instead of pressure ✨ Why shifting our mindset around effort can change everything ✨ Practical ways to blend ambition with rest and softness This episode is for you if you're craving more alignment in how you work, lead, and live—and you're ready to relax into a new way of receiving. Energy Healers, Facilitators, & Resources mentioned in this and/or past episodes:
In this solo episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks about how podcasting is an act of facilitation and the many behind-the-scenes ways she brings facilitation skills into each episode. Beth reflects on how she approaches podcast conversations with intention, clarity, and care—just like she would in a learning experience. Beth also talks about: Building trust quickly with podcast guests Balancing structure with flexibility in conversations Deep listening and managing airtime Creating an inclusive and emotionally authentic space Designing each episode with the listener experience in mind Links From the Episode Mary Chan, Organized Sound Productions EP 31 Perfecting Timing with Beth Cougler Blom EP 50 Using Our Voice in Facilitation with Mary Chan EP 13 Experimenting with Experiential Learning with Romy Alexandra Smartless podcast Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast: Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, LinkedIn, or YouTube Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.com Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom: Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at hello@bcblearning.com Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions
In this conversation, Phil Brown interviews Amy Climer about her new book, 'Deliberate Creative Teams.' They discuss the importance of creativity in teams, the misconceptions surrounding creativity, and the role of education in stifling creative potential. Amy shares insights on how to facilitate creativity within teams, the concept of creative abrasion, and the creative spectrum that teams can navigate to enhance their innovative capabilities. The discussion emphasizes the need for structure in creative processes and the potential for individuals and teams to elevate their creative output. Amy's book is based on her PhD research on creativity in teams. Creativity is often misunderstood; it's about problem-solving, not just artistic ability. Education systems can diminish creativity by promoting standardized answers. Creativity can be learned and developed over time. Facilitators play a crucial role in creating environments for creativity. Creative abrasion allows for healthy conflict and idea generation. Group think can stifle innovation and should be avoided. Teams can be categorized on a spectrum from destructive to scalable in terms of creativity. Setting clear expectations and structures can enhance creative processes. The ultimate goal is to help teams and individuals reach their full creative potential. Get Amy's Book - https://a.co/d/3FzEwtq Learn more about the book - https://climerconsulting.com/book/ Connect with Amy - amy@climerconsulting.com Connect with Phil - podcast@high5adventure.org Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/verticalplaypen/ Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
Behrens et al. document how facilitators vary when handling student emotions during simulation—some adjust, some let emotions run, others debrief after. They explore how beliefs about learning shape responses and what can be done to optimize learning. Read the accompanying article here: https://doi.org/10.1111/medu.15554
In this episode, Jerónimo Mazarrasa joins to discuss how to interpret visions and insights disclosed during ayahuasca journeys more effectively. Jerónimo is Program Director at ICEERS, founder of ICEERS Academy, and creator of AyaSafety, an online course for people interested in increasing the safety of ayahuasca ceremonies. To start, Jerónimo emphasizes that answering the question of whether ayahuasca visions originate in the plant medicine itself or if these are just disclosures of one's own subconscious is actually not what's most important. Instead, he suggests that in either case, what is crucial is spending time carefully considering how one should respond to these disclosures. Jerónimo shares insights from expert facilitators on how one can best go about interpreting and responding to such experiences, suggesting that an important aspect of this process is that participants feel comfortable taking personal responsibility for whatever decisions they eventually decide to make rather than thinking of these major life changes as necessary consequences of the psychedelic experience itself. In closing, Jerónimo discusses the tension between externalization and psychologization of psychedelic experiences and why both of these can lead to issues. In this episode, you'll hear: The common experience of feeling as though the ayahuasca has communicated something to you Examples of where taking an ayahuasca vision literally can lead to problematic outcomes The “three confirmations” one should look for before making a major decision based on a psychedelic experience The metaphor of ayahuasca as a microscope How skilled ayahuasca facilitators ensure proper psychological hygiene with participants Judging the validity of potential repressed memories that seem to surface during psychedelic experiences Quotes: “The way that ayahuasca becomes useful for people, I think, is that it shows you—it amplifies and shows you—what is already inside of yourself. Now, this is very useful for certain things but one has to understand the nature of the language.” [9:23] “Facilitators should instruct their participants that one rule is that you shouldn't make any decisions during an ayahuasca ceremony—unless they are decisions related to taking yourself out of danger.” [14:42] “Ayahuasca is not a shortcut for personal development—it's just a flashlight that can help you shed some light on some darker parts of [your] issues and problems, but it is not a shortcut.” [35:47] “The main contraindication of psychedelics is not wanting to take psychedelics. You should absolutely never ever ever ever ever take psychedelics if you don't want to because it is going to be horrible. It's like a kiss—when you want it, its beautiful, intimate, gorgeous; when you don't want it, it's the most intrusive, disgusting, blech thing ever.” [50:27] Links: Jerónimo on Instagram Jerónimo on Facebook ICEERS Academy website ICEERS Academy on Instagram AyaSafety course Previous episode: Guruism and Cult Dynamics in Psychedelic Practices with Joseph Holcomb Adams Previous episode: Can Psychedelics Lead to False Beliefs? with Hugh McGovern, PhD Psychedelic Medicine Association Porangui
Send us a textDelivering experiences that drive change, Moe Poirier is the masterful facilitator best known for his work upskilling training teams around the world to level-up their impact on the people and organizations they serve. Founding Partner at Shift Facilitation Inc.,Moe is a facilitator, speaker, author, and instructional designer specializing in train-the-trainer. Before Shift was born in 2015, Moe spent the better part of 20+ years as a contract facilitator delivering leadership, coaching, and team performance programs. He has worked with leaders from across the world, from Canada to Saudi Arabia.A frequent speaker at industry conferences since 2016, Moe has presented at the Institute for Performance and Learning (I4PL) annual conference; and ATD's International Conference & Expo, Core4, and on the global stage at both the Asia Pacific Conference & Expo, and Southeast Asia Summit. He is also no stranger to delivering sessions at virtual conferences, webinars, and public sessions via partners including the International Association of Facilitators, Mid-Atlantic Facilitators Network, and Human Resource Professionals Association.Hit play for this riveting conversation focusing on the humanist side of facilitation[02:42s] The Engineer, Entrepreneur, Educator [16:08s] The Facilitator[31:30s] Evolution of facilitation over the years, use of AI [44:02s] His upcoming book ‘A Facilitator's Gift'[50:31s] RWL: Read ‘The Art of Gathering' by Priya Parker; ‘Practice Perfect' by Doug Lemov, Erica Woolway, and Katie Yezzi; ‘Nimble' by Rebecca Southerns; ‘Unlocking the Magic of Facilitation' by Meg Bolger and Sam Killermann Follow Moe's work at www.shiftfacilitation.com Connect with Moe on LinkedInConnect with Vinay on X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn What did you think about this episode? What would you like to hear more about? Or simply, write in and say hello! podcast@c2cod.comSubscribe to us on your favorite platforms – Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Tune In Alexa, Amazon Music, and more. This podcast is sponsored by C2C-OD, your Organizational Development consulting partner ‘Bringing People and Strategy Together'. Follow @c2cod on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Pete Bombaci, founder of the Genwell Project, about the power of human connection and Canada's newly announced social connection guidelines. They explore why social well-being is crucial for our health, happiness, and longevity—and what facilitators can do to foster connection in their workshops, meetings, and daily lives. Beth and Pete also talk about: The story behind the Genwell Project and its mission to promote social health What the social connection guidelines are and why they matter How facilitators can create spaces that foster belonging and inclusion The role of workplaces in encouraging meaningful human interaction Practical ways we can all strengthen our social connections, both inside and outside of workshops Engage with Pete Bombaci, GenWell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genwellproject/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/genwellproject/posts/ Links From the Episode Canadian Alliance for Social Connection and Health Social Connection Guidelines Robert Waldinger John Cacioppo Robert D. Putnam, author of Bowling Alone Julianne Holt-Lunstad Dr. Kiffer Card, Simon Fraser University Michael Smith Health Research BC Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Canada Victoria BC's Vital Signs Report Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast: Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, LinkedIn, or YouTube Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.com Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom: Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at hello@bcblearning.com Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions
In this engaging conversation, Phil and Eugene Banks explore the profound impact of education, the journey of becoming an educator, and the art of teaching. They discuss the importance of connection, positive reinforcement, and authentic engagement in the classroom, emphasizing that teaching is not just about content but about the context and relationships built with students. Eugene shares his personal journey into education, highlighting the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way, and the strategies he employs to foster a dynamic learning environment. They also explore the importance of embracing mistakes in education, setting clear expectations, and fostering a growth mindset among students. Eugene shares his teaching strategies, including the 'We Do' approach, which emphasizes collaborative learning. They discuss the need to challenge traditional educational practices and the significance of inspiring young minds through literature. Eugene also highlights the urgency of pursuing dreams and the impact of his books aimed at empowering young black children. Positive reinforcement can significantly impact student engagement. Finding your teacher voice takes time and experience. Education requires a long-term commitment to improvement. Teaching is an art form that evolves with practice. Authenticity in teaching resonates with students. Student voice should dominate over teacher voice in the classroom. Engagement strategies are crucial for maintaining student focus. Mistakes in teaching are opportunities for growth. Building relationships with students enhances the learning experience. Mistakes are part of the learning journey. Setting clear expectations minimizes room for error. The 'We Do' strategy encourages collaborative problem-solving. Facilitators guide students rather than dictate learning. Growth mindset is essential for overcoming challenges. Education should prepare students for real-life situations. Rewards should be earned, not given for mere participation. Challenging traditional practices can enhance learning. Books can inspire and empower young minds. Acting with urgency can lead to fulfilling dreams. Eugene on Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/youngblackscholarbook/ Learn more about Eugene and his books; https://www.eugenebanks.com/ Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
How can we best implement communication partner training with familiar partners of people with aphasia?In this International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders paper the authors set out to:(1) determine the perceived and/or observed barriers and facilitators to implementing CPT with familiar partners of adults with aphasia;(2) to map extracted barriers and facilitators to a common theoretical framework; (3) to synthesise extracted barriers and facilitators; and (4) to identify potential implementation strategies to address the most frequently identified barriers and facilitators. Authors Kirstine Shrubsole, Emma Power, Marie-Christine Hallé were awarded the IJLCD 2023 Editors' prize for this paper. The paper is:Communication partner training with familiar partners of people with aphasia: A systematic review and synthesis of barriers and facilitators to implementationKirstine Shrubsole, Emma Power, Marie-Christine HalléExamples of free, brief online training programs (less than 2 hours) Aphasia Institute Community Hub: Introduction to SCA™ eLearning Module, The Aphasia Institute, Canadahttps://www.aphasia.ca/health-care-providers/education-training/self-directed-elearning/ An aphasia-focused, 40 minute module centred on Supported Communication principles. interact-ABI-lity, University of Sydney and University of Technology, Australiahttps://abi-communication-lab.sydney.edu.au/courses/interact-abi-lity/An acquired brain injury focused module (Stroke, Traumatic brain injury and other neurological conditions) covering cognitive communication difficulties, aphasia, dysarthria and alternative and augmentative communication.For the article referring to online versus face-to-face here is the IJLCD article reference.Power, E., Falkenberg, K., Barnes, S., Elbourn, E., Attard, M., & Togher, L. (2020). A pilot randomized controlled trial comparing online versus face-to-face delivery of an aphasia communication partner training program for student healthcare professionals. International journal of language & communication disorders, 55(6), 852–866. https://doi.org/10.1111/1460-6984.12556First published: 23 November 2022Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.Please do take a few moments to respond to our podcast survey: uk.surveymonkey.com/r/LG5HC3R
Let us know if there's a topic you'd like us to cover! Welcome back to Green Industry Perspectives! In this episode, Jay Worth welcomes Scott Harrison to the show! Scott's an unusual guest for Green Industry Perspectives; he's not in the Green Industry. Rather, he's a professional negotiator. With a background in the oil and gas industry, Scott had to learn (and master) the art of negotiation to be successful. In his career, he's led negotiations for over 25 years in over 40 countries around the world. Today, he runs Apex Negotiations. He trains executives around the world on how to conduct their own high-stakes negotiations. He is a member of the Association of International Energy Negotiators, co-lead of the Entrepreneur's Mentoring cohort for Asia Professional Speakers Singapore, and a member of both the International Association of Facilitators and the International Coaching Federation. In addition to all this, he volunteers his time with Babseacle, a pro-bono organization that trains lawyers and other government officials throughout Southeast Asia, where he now resides. In this episode, Scott walks us through the keys you need to keep in mind to succeed in every negotiation: preparation, keeping a relationship-focus, and strategic flexibility. ---Check Out the SingleOps Events Page!Check Out the LMN Events Page!---Sign Up for Scott's NewsletterFollow Scott on LinkedInFollow Apex Negotiations on LinkedIn
What’s next for Agile coaching? Brian Milner and Andreas Schliep dive into the shifting landscape of Agile coaching, the differences between Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches, and how to carve out a sustainable career in a changing industry. Overview In this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian Milner and Andreas Schliep explore the evolving role of Agile coaching, the challenges coaches face in today’s market, and the skills needed to thrive in a shifting industry. They break down the differences between Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches, discuss how to develop a personal coaching style, and emphasize the importance of integrity and resilience. From navigating layoffs to redefining what it means to be an Agile leader, this conversation offers valuable insights for anyone looking to grow in their Agile career. References and resources mentioned in the show: Andreas Schliep Certified ScrumMaster® Training and Scrum Certification Certified Scrum Product Owner® Training Mountain Goat Software Certified Scrum and Agile Training Schedule Join the Agile Mentors Community Subscribe to the Agile Mentors Podcast Want to get involved? This show is designed for you, and we’d love your input. Enjoyed what you heard today? Please leave a rating and a review. It really helps, and we read every single one. Got an Agile subject you’d like us to discuss or a question that needs an answer? Share your thoughts with us at podcast@mountaingoatsoftware.com This episode’s presenters are: Brian Milner is SVP of coaching and training at Mountain Goat Software. He's passionate about making a difference in people's day-to-day work, influenced by his own experience of transitioning to Scrum and seeing improvements in work/life balance, honesty, respect, and the quality of work. Andreas Schliep is a Certified Scrum Trainer and executive partner at DasScrumTeam AG, helping organizations navigate complex projects with agile methodologies. A thought leader and co-author on Enterprise Scrum, he empowers teams—from startups to Fortune 500 companies—through high-impact coaching, training, and a passion for continuous learning. Auto-generated Transcript: Brian Milner (00:00) Welcome in Agile Mentors. We are back here for another episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast. I'm here as always, Brian Milner, and today I have someone we've been trying to get on here for a little bit, and I'm excited to have him here. Mr. Andreas Schliepp is with us. Andreas, thank you for being on. Andreas Schliep (00:17) Thank you for inviting me. Brian Milner (00:19) Yeah, very excited to have Andreas on here. Andreas has been in the community here for a long, time. He's been just really generous with his time and he's mentored a lot of people. He's a CST, a Scrum trainer. He's also a certified enterprise coach. So he has kind of those dual high level certifications with the Scrum Alliance. But he mentioned to me earlier, he's kind of always considered himself a Scrum trainer. But he's also a coach in this group called the Leadership Gift, or there's also another name here that they've used recently, Responsibility Immersion. So that might come to play in our conversation here because we wanted to talk about sort of the future of agile coaching and agile coaches in general. There's a lot of turmoil, there's a lot of upheaval and things that are shifting and changing every day in our profession. So I guess, you know, let's just dive into the topic here. Andreas, how do you see things currently? And, you know, in a broad sense, where do you see them going? Andreas Schliep (01:18) Yeah, so first of all, why am I concerned? So typically I say that I kind of, train coaches and I coach trainers. So most of my work is centered around the path of scrum masters and how they can kind of acquire the necessarily skills and insights to become actual coaches themselves. Or scrum coaches as I would prefer to say it. And that includes a lot of stuff like we want to equip them with facilitation, with training skills, with coaching skills, with systemic observations and other methods. And we've been doing that for a couple of years. And so of course we came across lots of good people, good coaches and good trainers, good consultants out there. And we kind of kept our community open. So it's not like people attend our classes and then we forget them or we only have closer relationships to our corporate customers. It's like we kind of managed to build some kind of little community. People keep coming back and we keep chatting about what's going on, what's happening in their environment. And as a mainly training focused company, one of the first effects that we notice is that our classes are getting emptier and emptier. So what's going on, especially advanced classes are not that well. So we still have some, well, yeah. basic attendance, but it's not as it used to be. well, a couple of years ago, we had like full classes and everything, and then COVID hit and we could say, okay, so COVID kind of reduced the demand for edutraining. And then the next crisis came and the next catastrophe and the next disaster. But there have also been some structural changes. I think that we are currently experiencing two effects that happen at the same time. So the one thing is that, well, Diana Larsen put it that way, Agile has won. So there's no doubt that organizations employ Agile methods and want to use Agile practices, some of them with, some of them without any clue about what that even means or what Agile thinking or Agile attitude behind it is, but still, there's no shortage on like the use of Agile or the, but there's also no shortage of the Agile basic training or educational videos, content or whatever. So people get lots of more resources than we used to get back then when we had like this one scrum book by Ken Schwabe. So read this and then you went out and said, how do I do that? So. And then came the second book by Mike Cohen and the third book and so on. had to, had all these puzzle pieces coming together where we needed to find our own way and build our proficiency. And now you get a flood of books and stuff going on, which is fine. So the one thing is that of course our profession is developing and it's kind of natural that you will notice some kind of within that. But there's another effect and this is one thing where we scrum trainers can kind of take responsibility for our own contribution. It's the fact that organizations can hire an unlimited number of low-level agile coaches nowadays. There's been no quality control. Anyone who went through a two-day CSM class could call themselves agile coaches and they got hired for lots of money and eventually produced nothing. some of them, some agile coaches or people who call themselves agile coaches even caused chaos. So, and the systems. that they were affecting started to kind of fix themselves and heal themselves from the Agile coaches by expelling those. So, and of course, maybe you have a third effect, which is sometimes it just doesn't work and you blame the Agile coaches. So if you just lay on your couch and you do nothing and your doctor tells you, you have to get moving, you have to get up and get moving and say, yeah, it's a bad doctor because... I still lie on my couch and my health is deteriorating and this doctor doesn't help me. He doesn't give me what I want. What do you want? Yeah, I want just, I would just want a pill that I can swallow that I'm healthy. It doesn't work that way. And then we had those people who were selling those pills, yeah, who were telling people, here we got a, we got a safe way that you can do this. All you need to do is implement this process, hire our consultants. Brian Milner (05:26) Yeah. Andreas Schliep (05:43) We kind of made all the thoughts and the heavy thinking ourselves beforehand and you just need to install it. Here's the roadmap, here's the process manual, here's the 300 page guide. Just do it this way. And this is also detrimental. now we have, I've been talking to many people, many great people, you've been laid off, who are looking for a new orientation. Brian Milner (06:05) Yeah, yeah, I agree. I mean, I think you laid that out really, really well because there's I think you're right. It's kind of a multi effect scenario. There's a lot of things affecting it. And I know I've had conversations with with friends and colleagues about this. And, you know, we've talked a lot about the I think more kind of the second thing that you're talking about, just that and It's sort of a chicken and egg thing because the industry has built up and spread agile concepts through offerings of usually two day classes. You and I both do those quite regularly. And I think we probably both would say that's a very valuable thing. to go through sort of that immersion kind of a couple of days to learn it and get a foundation in it. But there may have been sort of a misconception or it may have been sold incorrectly to say, now you're ready to lead an organization and transforming from zero to 60 in Agile. when you're not, right? I mean, you've got a good grounding. You're ready to begin learning with a team, but it's the first step. There's gotta be some sort of ongoing support system that when you come up against something that you don't really know how to handle, that you have someone to ask. You have somewhere to go to get help and get answers. Even the, you I work with Mike Cohn, I think he's a great trainer. But even a two day class with Mike Cohn, I don't think is gonna make anyone an expert that now you're ready to, you know, take on the huge challenge of cultural change within the organization, you know? Andreas Schliep (07:53) Yeah, yeah, it's like with anything agile, these classes are a starting point or a waypoint and not a designation. It's not the goal. So when I made my driving license, my driving instructor told me, and in Germany you have to spend lots of hours with your driving instructor. And my driving instructor told me gladly, now you can get to practice on your own. He was happy that he didn't have to co-practice with me any longer because I wasn't the best driver. So I actually aced the theory test, but the practical driving was a little more difficult and kind of probably was bad for the blood pressure of my driving instructor. yeah. And that way, but I never thought about this. So the idea was I get the permission or I get the next level to the next step. And the next step will be, I want to learn proper driving. And that's something that you need to do on your own. And with this understanding, we try to kind of provide a path for people to become better scrum masters and agile coaches by kind of revamping the CSP path, the scrum aligns and other things. A glorious project that also failed gloriously. I'm still not entirely sure why, but probably because the Scrum Alliance and many other people failed to understand the similarities between Agile Coach as a profession and the Scrum Master as a role. So they claimed that there were two different things. And I think that's also a structural issue in organizations. Brian Milner (09:16) Yeah. Andreas Schliep (09:25) that they see Scrum Masters and Edge of Coaches as different things. So the Scrum Masters work on the team level and they just know their Scrum and they facilitate the meetings and then they come up with nice cookies for the retrospective so that everybody on the team is happy. And occasionally they take one of the team members aside when they have some issues and help them go through that. That's totally fine, but the Edge of Coaches do the real stuff. release train engineers and the others, do the organizational thing and they don't bother with what's happening on the team level because they need to do the important things on the higher level. And with this attitude somehow fueled by some decisions by Scrum Alliance and other organizations like, yeah, in order to become a certified team coach or certified enterprise coach, you have to kind of prove that you're... had coached like 2000 hours or 2500 hours. But by the way, the scrum master worked. It doesn't count towards this coaching, which is totally ridiculous. So that means the misunderstanding of the role is a structural problem. Another structural problem is that the organizations that would need the most experienced scrum masters, they attract all the rookies. Brian Milner (10:16) you Andreas Schliep (10:34) because they don't even know what a good scrum master would cost like. They have those two day or even less day. I heard about a transformation at a large automobile builder in Germany. They had something like a half day class for scrum master training within the safe environment. And they wonder why they fail. They wonder why they're failing. Brian Milner (10:53) Ha Andreas Schliep (10:54) On the other hand, we have organizations, even here in Germany, they have great leadership and coaching concepts. So they develop the Scrum Masters. They have the finest Scrum Masters ever on such a high level that the teams actually don't need them because the teams also evolved by taking care and taking responsibility for themselves and paying attention to the work. So they're kind of over-coached. So like, I think it was at Rally 10 or 15 years ago. There was a period when the external rally coaches didn't get so many contracts. And so they went inside and coach all the software teams and rallies at Rally. And after three or four months, the software team said, please, please give us a timeout, give us a break. We over coach. It's just too much. We just want to do some work and maybe not get better for like a month or two before we, because it's Brian Milner (11:42) Yeah. Andreas Schliep (11:47) It's hard always to get better and even better and you're so excellent coaches, cut us some slack. So that's so, but this is the structure. So on the individual level, it's just the same as with any major shift in any kind of industry. If your current profession or your current job title doesn't fit any longer, focus on what you're good at and see that you Brian Milner (11:54) Yeah, yeah, yeah, right. Andreas Schliep (12:13) become excellent at that. So that's, it's an old formula. It's an old formula and it can be different things. So I know about some scrum trainers who go and went into software development again, because they said, actually, I'm passionate about software development. I can understand that. I have a developer background as well. So sometimes I'm not that unhappy about taking care of a website and other stuff. It's a nice distraction. But some are really great facilitators. But if they only go out with a label, agile coach, and do not let the facilitation skills and experience shine, then they might get a mis-hired. So we have great personal coaches in there. So people with various skill sets. And if you take a look at the agile coaching growth, we have Biomark, some of them others. Brian Milner (12:37) Right. Andreas Schliep (13:00) You see that it's a vast field. So you cannot expect anyone, maybe the two of us, but you cannot expect anyone to be, not even me, so anyone to be excellent in all these knowledge areas and to be such a light and catalyst in everything. So the idea is to find your own way how you can contribute best. and then collaborate with others in their fields. So for me, the most interesting areas in that field are training and facilitation. Because I think that's the main thing that agile coaches or scrum masters can shine in. Brian Milner (13:41) Yeah, I've always loved, know, Lisa Atkins has that kind of different aspects of a coaching stance. And one of the ones that she had there that I've always loved is the idea of having a signature presence. And I remember when I first kind of encountered that, was, when it kind of sunk in, it was a very freeing idea for me. Andreas Schliep (13:49) See you. Brian Milner (14:01) to, you know, kind of like you're describing there, there's so many different aspects that you could, you know, try to do and you could do well, but it's too much for any one person to do all of it. So that signature presence to me, one of the things that I really kind of took away from that was know what you're good at, right? I mean, there's something about you that you bring from your own personality and your history and and everything that's made you who you are that is unique. And when you can find what that is, then it's almost like prior to that recognition to me, I was almost even a little ashamed that that was where my strength was. And I felt like I had to make up on these other areas that I struggle with or I didn't do as well. But that concept to me, Andreas Schliep (14:47) Mm-hmm. Brian Milner (14:52) kind of help me see, no, there's something that's really unique about how you approach things. And if you recognize that, lean into it because nobody else can offer that, right? Nobody else brings that to the table because that's uniquely you. Andreas Schliep (15:06) Yeah. Yeah. I have to admit, well, we're both with Scrum Alliance and I've been with Scrum Alliance for more than 20 years now. But some of the biggest insights about Scrum and the role of Scrum Master were some things that I actually learned by looking through the Scrum.org certification parts. So just out of curiosity, I started digging into the... Professional Scrum Master Series by Scrum.psm1. Okay, PSM1 is a walking part, so that's no big deal. 50 minutes without preparation, A's are done. Okay, next thing, PSM2, was a little more chilling. Okay, there are some different concepts in the way they address Scrum. And I completely faded PSM3. So that's interesting. So I should have known that. And the point is that... Brian Milner (15:52) Huh. Yeah. Andreas Schliep (15:58) There are differences in the message and the Scrum Master and the Scrum.org framing of Scrum is far more of a leader. So they take far more responsibilities. They are much closer to a sports team coach actually, even taking care of the crew and even throwing people out of the team if necessary. Then the fluffy Scrum Master social worker thing. with no real responsibility always in the background that we appear to propagate sometimes that I even have propagated lots of times. And I see this in my own style as well. So I'm rather strong at the facilitation part and working from the side of the background of people. But sometimes I see, and I think that's a big challenge for many agile coaching scrummers out there. Brian Milner (16:32) Yeah. Andreas Schliep (16:48) When it comes to the situation where I should take the lead, I'm still reluctant when I say, okay, yeah, somehow I don't want to step under the feet of others. I want to give them room. I want to be in my facilitator stance because I love that stance and that's my personal brand or whatever. The calm way and listening to people and integrating all voices. But all of a sudden, I encounter situations where say, my voice first. So, yeah. So let's do it that way. this week, I kind of stopped the client workshop in the middle. I said, so yeah, what is that? here you booked me for the entire day, but I noticed that you're very upset about important stakeholders missing. Brian Milner (17:19) Yeah. Andreas Schliep (17:39) I also noticed that you don't see the point in reiterating some other concepts that I prepared. you could use these methods and then talk to your stakeholders, but you rather want me in this room with your stakeholders and have this discussion together. So let's just stop this now. And I offer you a gift. I will come back for another half of days. So we stop this half day. You can use your time for something else. I can use my time for something else. And then I come back, but only if you have your manager in here. So if you bring your boss, I will come for another half day and then we finish this and deal with these questions. And they were kind of impressed that I was offering them. But where's the point? I needed to change the mode. I couldn't stay and I think this is something Brian Milner (18:20) you Yeah. Andreas Schliep (18:29) which is another great opportunity for Scrum Masters or agricultural coaches to say, what if I stepped into this leadership role? Brian Milner (18:37) Yeah. Yeah, that's a great kind of approach to it. And I know we've had some similar things at Mountain Goat as well, where we've worked with some clients and you kind of show up and you start to get into the things. Or even sometimes in the kind of just pre-work calls where you're trying to arrange things and talk through what is it you want to get out of this. And you sort of get that feedback and understanding that this is really just checking a box, right? They wanna check the box that they did this, but really making the change. No, they really don't wanna make the change. They really don't wanna have to change what they do on a day-to-day basis. you kind of are, as a coach or a trainer, you kind of get to that decision point where you have to say, at what point do I call this out? At what point do I say, you know what? You're gonna waste your money. Right? mean, I can come and do this. I can take your check. I can go away, but it's not going to make any difference. And you're not ready for it yet. and, that's, that's always a really hard decision. When you get to that point, when you realize, you know what? It's not serving your needs for me to, move forward here. You know, it's, it's, you're not going to be happy with me. Andreas Schliep (19:48) Yeah. I think it's important to maintain the personal integrity. the whole point about resilience is that you kind of are able to change while you maintain your own identity. So the path that you are trying to. And this change can mean a lot of things. So if someone would tell me, you've got to stop with Scrum now because Scrum is now forbidden everywhere. I would kind of dig into the facilitation. So I joined the IAF, the International Association for Facilitators. I don't have a credential there yet, but this is something if I would go into more facilitation gigs, this would be very interesting for me. I also became a coach in the responsibility program with Christopher Avery. First of all, I think that was a nice addition to my training or to my work with leaders. But then I also discovered that this is kind of navigation aid for myself. So whenever I do something, I start with what do I want? So what do I want? How do I want the situation to evolve? What is the outcome that I want to achieve? And how am I blocking myself from that? So what is kind of my inner blocker that prevents me from getting what I want? Brian Milner (21:03) Yeah. Andreas Schliep (21:04) So I could also talk about external blockers, but these external blockers are sometimes just things on my path that I choose to say, okay, I can't go there because there's this blocker. And when I found these two things, so what do I really want and what is blocking me? I can go and make a decision. I can confront myself. And with this ability, I'm pretty sure that I'm able to respond to any kind of situation. So, and... whether I pursue the facilitator part further or whether I go into the coaching way. I love to work with groups so that just the one-on-one coaching is not so interesting for me. But these are kind of independent from what I'm doing now, but also based on what I'm doing now. So I can derive lots of good skills and insights and approaches from what I did as a scrum trainer so far, what I have done as a scrum trainer. Brian Milner (21:58) Yeah. Well, I think when I'm hearing and tell me if I'm misquoting this or saying it or misunderstanding, but it feels like there's sort of an element here that, you know, I think a lot of us sometimes, have some kind of a title that we've earned. and we, we sort of inherit from that, set of, activities or things that we feel empowered to do. based on that title. And what it sounds like I'm hearing from you is it should kind of be the reverse. You should think about what you do well and the titles may come and go. They may change the descriptors that people use to describe what you do, it might change, but what you love to do with the activity, what you're good at, that can shift and change a little bit and don't be so concerned with the title. Andreas Schliep (22:45) Yeah, so edge-hired coaches still can keep this kind of title for the tribe to identify a peer group. And I've also joined edge-hired coach camps even as a scrum trainer. because this identification is important to say, okay, I know a couple of people who have different skills or different things who are some more similar to me, but I don't think we should stick to Agile Coach as a job title and only look for Agile Coach offers. But rather go out and see what's out there, what opportunities do we see. Apply for weird stuff. So at the beginning of this year, I applied as a facilitator for United Nations volunteer program and even made an extra language proficiency exam before that because I had to kind of prove that I'm at least at level C1. for this job. I just did it because it was there because this opportunity came through the International Association for Facilitators. I just said, okay, I don't know. They didn't even throw me back. I don't have anything, but I just, I want to apply for this. I want to get this material together. I want to show that I'm potentially able to do this. I will be far too expensive with my current rate, but yeah. And I think anyone currently in the situation as an edge on coach being laid off or looking for another job should kind of step back and go through these steps. So what do I want? What are the activities that I'm really passionate about? Brian Milner (24:13) Yeah. Andreas Schliep (24:13) And the answer might be surprising. So sometimes, it's actually coding. Maybe we'll get back to the basics. Brian Milner (24:19) Yeah, yeah, you're right. I've known a lot of people or I've known several people, I guess I should say, that have kind of maybe migrated backwards. If you think of it in that way, I don't know that's backwards, but migrated to their roots a little bit more, you know, and maybe left training, but went back to doing, you know, managing software teams or even coding just because they enjoy it. And I think that's a great thing if that's... Andreas Schliep (24:41) Yeah. Brian Milner (24:45) brings them happiness, you know? Andreas Schliep (24:47) Yeah, you know, when the whole agile thing started, they came up with a little website and the website says something like, we're discovering better ways to sort fire customers or so. I don't have a probably and helping others to do it. And if even if you go back or if you go to actually start working as a developer again. You still bring the edge of spirit and you still bring the ideas and methods of collaboration. It's going to be so helpful in your environment. Especially with new technologies, AI stuff and remote work and all these things kicking in. Everything looks like it's making your work more difficult. Massive layers like even media firing developers now, not only edge of coaches. So we have... so many disruptions to deal with. And I think that, well, kind of resilient HR coaching tribe stance is helpful in whatever role you fulfill afterwards. Brian Milner (25:43) That's really good. Yeah. Well, this has been great. I really enjoyed the conversation. Sometimes you're not really quite sure where we're going to end up and where we're going to travel, but I've really enjoyed all the directions we've taken here, Andreas. So I can't thank you enough. Thank you for making time and coming on and sharing your experience and wisdom with everyone. Andreas Schliep (26:00) Mm-hmm. Yeah, was great fun and thanks for the opportunity and I hope that this will help some people find little more guidance, least a little more confidence if they don't find guidance yet. Brian Milner (26:13) Yeah, I agree. Thank you very much. Andreas Schliep (26:15) Thank you.
“For me, my research, I can sum it up in eight words in four steps: Sit less; move more; feel better; live longer.”In observance of Black History Month, Dr. LaTerica Thomas, an HBCU alumna and author of “Facilitators and Barriers to Performing Workplace Physical Activity to Relieve Stress at the Florida Department of Health.” Dr. Thomas shares the context and priorities regarding her dissertation study, which led to this publication, her first in Health Promotion Practice. Tips for those who oversee worksite health promotion programs, supervisors, and employees are divulged in this episode.This episode references the article “Facilitatorsand Barriers to Performing Workplace Physical Activity to Relieve Stress at the Florida Department of Health” by LaTerica Thomas and colleagues.
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Ben and Vic are back for 2025, reviewing the latest healthcare simulation literature in the February episode of the journal club. A call to honour SPs, saving $90million though simulation testing, cognitive biases in simulation debriefing and inspiring simulation-based improvement work from Tanzania. The papers Clark, L., et al (2024). Call to Action: Honoring Simulated Participants and Collaborating With Simulated Participant Educators. Simulation in Healthcare. Colman, Net al. (2024). The Business Case for Simulation-Based Hospital Design Testing: $90M Saved in Costs Avoided. Pediatric Quality and Safety, 9:e775. Meguerdichian, M. J., et al. (2024). When Common Cognitive Biases Impact Debriefing Conversations. Advances in Simulation, 9:48. Kamala, B. A et. al. (2025). Practice, Experiences, and Facilitators of Simulation-Based Training During One Year of Implementation in 30 Hospitals in Tanzania. SAGE Open Nursing, 11, 1–13. Another great month on Simulcast. Happy listening
Book a free 1:1 to strategize your goals for your teaching business. Native speaker or non-native speaker? Monolingual or plurilingual? Why do we have a binary bias in modern society? These are some of the questions we tackled with Dr. Angelica Galante. Dr. Angelica Galante is an Associate Professor in Second Language Education and Applied Linguistics, and William Dawson Scholar at McGill University. As the Director of the Plurilingual Lab, Dr. Galante conducts studies with language learners, teachers and educational leaders in the areas of plurilingual education, language teaching and learning, linguistic discrimination and justice, teacher education, and curriculum design. She speaks Portuguese, English, Spanish, and a bit of French and Italian. In our conversation, Dr. Galante talks about: Linguistic and Cultural Discrimination Strategies to Combat Prejudice in Education Plurilingual and Pluricultural Competence Navigating Binary Bias in Language Discussions Exploring Common Ground in Controversial Topics The Role of Language in Identity and Mental Health Practical Applications of Plurilingualism in Education Balancing Plurilingualism and Language Acquisition Challenges and Facilitators of Plurilingualism For more from Angelica Galante: 1. Her professional page 2. McGill's Plurilingual Lab 3. Her publications Thank you for listening. Your support has been overwhelming and we couldn't do what we do without you. We hope this podcast serves as an effective CPD tool for you. If you have a comment or question about today's show, we'd love to hear from you: info@learnyourenglish.com Ways we can help you right now: 1. Book a free 1:1 chat with us to strategize your teaching business. 2. 5in30: Get 5 clients in the next 30 days 3. Just starting your business? Get free guidance in our support group. 4. Download our free guides for teacherpreneurs.
In this episode, guest host Anne Louise Wagner and Honor Woodrow (Winston Prouty Center) discuss the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, emphasizing the importance of viewing children as capable and competent learners. They explore how the environment plays a crucial role in facilitating learning and how educators can create engaging spaces that promote exploration and play. The conversation also touches on the challenges educators face in adopting child-led learning approaches within structured educational systems, highlighting the need for balance between freedom and structure in teaching. This conversation explores the themes of trust, risk, empowerment, and conflict resolution in education. The speakers discuss the importance of allowing children to take risks in their learning, the biases educators may hold, and the concept of 'lighthouse parenting' as a guiding philosophy. They emphasize the value of conflict as a learning tool and the emotional aspects of education, advocating for a supportive environment where all emotions are valid and children have the right to learn and express themselves. The Reggio Emilia approach emphasizes children's capabilities from birth. Learning is co-constructed through play and exploration. The environment should be intentionally designed to foster learning. Facilitators must be responsive to children's interests and needs. Child-led learning does not mean a lack of structure. Cultural context influences educational practices and philosophies. Educators face challenges in letting go of control in the classroom. Documentation of learning processes is essential for reflection. Building relationships is key to effective learning environments. The goal is to support children in becoming healthy members of society. Trust is essential in educational settings. Risk-taking is a crucial part of learning. Educators must be prepared for potential risks. Children need to experience challenges to learn effectively. Biases can be positive and aligned with values. Empowerment and autonomy are key in education. Lighthouse parenting offers a balanced approach. Conflict can be a valuable learning opportunity. Emotional experiences are integral to learning. All children have the right to learn and express emotions. Connect with Honor - honor@winstonprouty.org Connect with Anne Louise - alwagner@high5adventure.org Connect with Phil - podcast@high5adventure.org Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/verticalplaypen/ Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
In this episode, host Sarah Olivieri is joined by Michael Randel, an experienced organizational change practitioner and founder of Randall Consulting Associates. Michael shares his career journey, particularly his experience with nonprofit organizations in South Africa, and discusses the importance of lifelong learning and leadership coaching. The conversation delves into the distinctions between mentors, coaches, and advisors, and provides practical insights on when and why nonprofit leaders should seek coaching. Sarah and Michael also touch on the benefits of coaching for high-potential leaders, newly promoted leaders, and those facing new organizational contexts. Lastly, Michael shares his approach to coaching, emphasizing the need for confidentiality and the importance of personalized, developmental support. Tune in to gain valuable strategies for overcoming challenges and maximizing your impact as a nonprofit leader. Episode Highlights The Importance of Lifelong Learning Defining Leadership Coaching When to Seek Coaching The Coaching Process The Power of Dyadic Coaching Meet the Guest Michael Randel is an experienced organizational change practitioner who has worked with clients in more than 30 countries, supporting organizations through change and growth. Michael supports leaders and teams as they work through the cycle of change, developing coherence, and building capacity to address complex problems and achieve results together. As a result of his work, his clients are stronger, more successful, and better positioned for future growth. Michael founded Randel Consulting Associates in 2010 where he and a team of associates work with leaders from philanthropic foundations, non-profit organizations, corporations, and public sector agencies. He uses the RCA Cycle of ChangeTM to support them in navigating the complex challenges they face as the organization develops the capacity to work with impact. Michael uses his skills as a change consultant, facilitator, and coach to work with individuals and teams to support transformation across groups and organizations. He works with a wide variety of companies across many industries and organizational forms; his clients include Amnesty International, AstraZeneca, Brady Campaign, NASA, United Nations, and the World Bank. Foundations that have engaged his work include the Buffett Early Childhood Fund, S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation, Susan Crown Exchange, and the Trust for Learning. The influence and impact of Michael's work has been recognized with multiple global awards (including, most recently, the 2021 Platinum Facilitation Impact Award from the International Association of Facilitators). Michael is a graduate of the prestigious International Gestalt Organization and Leadership Development (iGOLD) program and integrates Gestalt approaches to change in his work with individuals and groups. Michael is based in Washington, D.C. He works with clients across the United States and, periodically, further afield. Sponsored Resource Join the Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Newsletter for weekly tips and inspiration for leading your nonprofit! Access it here >> Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn. Connect with Sarah: On LinkedIn>> On Facebook>> Subscribe on YouTube>>
In this conversation, Phil and Mark Collard (Playmeo) delve into the critical elements of effective icebreakers and team-building activities. They explore why many icebreakers fail, emphasizing the importance of fun, interaction, and creating a non-threatening environment. Mark shares his insights on the five key elements that contribute to successful icebreakers, encouraging facilitators to focus on nourishing participants' souls and ensuring activities are engaging and comfortable. The discussion highlights the need for facilitators to be mindful of participants' experiences and to create opportunities for genuine connection. In this conversation, Mark and Phil explore the essential elements of effective icebreakers and group activities. They discuss the importance of choosing what to share, connecting through technology, and the need for simplicity in instructions. The duo emphasizes creating a success-oriented environment that fosters interaction and vulnerability while aligning activities with the group's goals. They also introduce a litmus test for evaluating icebreakers and conclude with a recap of the key principles for successful group engagement. Icebreakers often fail due to poor execution. Fun is essential for effective icebreakers. Activities should be highly interactive to engage participants. Non-threatening environments foster better connections. Facilitators should avoid introducing activities by name. Comfort zones are crucial for participant engagement. Public speaking is a common fear that should be considered. Renaming icebreakers doesn't solve the underlying issues. Activities should nourish participants' souls. Building relationships is the ultimate goal of icebreakers. You can choose what to share based on comfort. Technology can enhance personal connections. Simplicity in instructions is crucial for engagement. Activities should be success-oriented, focusing on interaction. The litmus test helps evaluate the effectiveness of icebreakers. Align activities with the group's goals for better outcomes. Activities can be adapted to fit different contexts. Understanding the 'why' behind activities is essential. All five principles of engagement are interrelated. Success metrics should focus on energy and vulnerability. Check out playmeo - https://www.playmeo.com/ Connect with Mark - ceo@playmeo.com Connect with Phil; Email - podcast@high5adventure.org Instagram - @verticalplaypen Music and sound effects - https://www.epidemicsound.com/
“Pacing Yourself in the AI Races,” the 2024 IT Symposium/Xpo keynote, provided an inspiring vision for CIOs on delivering AI outcomes safely and at scale. In this episode of CIO Mind podcast, keynote presenters Alicia Mullery, Gartner VP Research, and Daryl Plummer, Gartner Distinguished VP Analyst, Chief of Research and Gartner Fellow, join host ck Andrade, Gartner Sr. Director Analyst, to deep dive into the keynote's concepts and identify how to move from inspiration to action. Join them to explore the differences between the AI steady and AI accelerated paces and the bumps in the road and the facilitators as CIOs take first steps in the CIO AI outcomes race. To learn more about the keynote, see Pacing Yourself in the AI Races: 2024 IT Symposium/Xpo Keynote Insights.Episode HighlightsThe CIO AI outcomes race versus the tech vendor race. (1:20)Business, technology and behavioral outcomes for AI. (2:20)Choosing your pace: AI steady or AI accelerated? (04:05)Challenges to achieving AI outcomes. (8:06)Facilitators to achieving AI outcomes. (17:42)Next steps for CIOs in the AI outcomes race. (21:11)Daryl Plummer is a Gartner Fellow, VP, and Distinguished Analyst. His research focuses on the strategic issues of cloud computing, digital disruption, and the unfolding of the future through predictions, trends and evolving digital business cycles. Daryl is a Chief of Research in the technology and service providers organization, where he helps oversee research across the four roles of general manager, product managers,product marketers, and tech CEOs.Alicia Mullery is a Gartner Vice President, Research, supporting CIOs and other senior executives. Alicia's research collaboration works to distill practical lessons from company accomplishments and missteps. She works to identify, build and then present best practice case studies that inspire executive action and decision making. Her recent areas of focus include the shift from projects to products, building fusion teams and safely democratizing digital delivery, transforming IT talent, building effective CIO/CxO partnerships, and increasing the number of women in IT leadership.
Syria's new leaders vowed to create unity, but also hold to account the people who facilitated a half-century of Assad rule. Those calls for revenge added to the unease of many Syrian minorities, including U.S. partners in the fight against Isis who had to give up hard-won territory. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
Syria's new leaders vowed to create unity, but also hold to account the people who facilitated a half-century of Assad rule. Those calls for revenge added to the unease of many Syrian minorities, including U.S. partners in the fight against Isis who had to give up hard-won territory. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
Oregon law allows psilocybin therapy in licensed service centers. But what if you’re too sick to go to one? Could a licensed psilocybin facilitator come to your home and provide therapeutic services for you there? Oregon law says no. But a group of facilitators are now fighting to change that. Science journalist Jane C. Hu has been following an effort by four licensed facilitators to expand access to psilocybin therapy in Oregon and she brings us more details about this fascinating story. For more Evergreen episodes and to share your voice with us, visit our showpage. Follow OPB on Instagram, and follow host Jenn Chávez too. You can sign up for OPB’s newsletters to get what you need in your inbox regularly. Don’t forget to check out our many podcasts, which can be found on any of your favorite podcast apps: Hush Timber Wars Season 2: Salmon Wars Politics Now Think Out Loud And many more! Check out our full show list here.
Lazy. It's one of the most shameful things you can be. And it's largely a title or accusation we make of ourselves. Why do we so frequently feel utterly drained, craving time to unwind and escape reality? Is there a way to not just reclaim that time, but to structure our days more intentionally to prevent fatigue from building and spiraling into a never-ending cycle? What can we do to finally experience relief and regain control? In today's episode, Brett provides a framework to identify the warning signs, uncover the deeper issues at play, and ensure these feelings don't erode your self-worth. In this episode, we explore: Psychological insights explaining why we feel so depleted How to prioritize and structure your week to optimize work and rest Mini retreats, transition rituals, and other tools to mentally reset during the day Strategies for filling your cup and consistently showing up for YOURSELF Today's episode comes from a listener request! If you have a topic or question, submit it at artofcoaching.com/question. For deeper discussions and practical advice on this topic and more, join our private community—where you can connect directly with Brett, our Facilitators, and other like-minded individuals. OUR BLACK FRIDAY SALE IS STILL ON! Visit artofcoaching.com/blackfriday to take advantage of these limited-time deals: 30% OFF COURSES – Build your skills in leadership, communication, and more at your own pace. 20% OFF MENTORING – Get personalized coaching tailored to your specific goals. 10% OFF LIVE EVENTS – Join us for hands-on workshops and connect with like-minded professionals. These are the largest discounts we offer all year. This sale won't last long—check it out now and save big! Are you an avid listener or consumer of our content but haven't yet read the foundational book at the heart of what we do? Purchase a signed edition of Conscious Coaching, and proceeds will support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association. We are a small business and your support helps us continue our mission, and we're grateful to have you in our community. Related Episodes: E76 | Getting Out of Your Own Way E133 | Taking Responsibility For Your Own Growth E144 | Tips For “Balancing” Work And Family Life E149 | 5 Big Lies We Tell Ourselves That Hinder Our Progress E151 | How To Ask For Help E259 | Understanding And Overcoming Perfectionism E331 | Dontari Poe: Mental Toughness Myths And Life TipsFollow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb
Top Tips to Become Better Facilitators Avoid going to meetings that seem unproductive — give your team the tools and knowledge to lead effective meetings. Avoid going to meetings that are symptomatic of a previous bad meeting (a meeting about another meeting or unsolved topics) — prepare your meetings to make effective progress. Avoid waiting for meetings to make decisions — collaborate asynchronously. Avoid sitting in meetings all day that drain your energy — collaborate asynchronously. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
In this conversation, Phil and Mark Collard discuss the essential props that facilitators should carry to enhance their sessions. They explore the versatility and functionality of these tools, emphasizing the importance of emotional literacy and connection in group settings. The discussion highlights specific props, their uses, and the impact they have on facilitating meaningful interactions among participants. Props are essential for effective facilitation. Versatility of props allows for multiple uses in activities. Emotional tools help in building connections. Ubuntu cards are a top choice for facilitators. Weekendit cards offer a simple yet effective resource. Rope can be used in various activities and settings. Decks of cards can facilitate interaction and vulnerability. Emotional literacy is crucial for both young people and adults. Using props can transform the perception of activities. Facilitators can create hundreds of activities with a few tools. Mark's Top 5; Ubuntu Cards (AUS) - https://www.playmeo.com/shop/ubuntu-cards/ We Connect Cards - https://weand.me/product/we-connect-cards/ or https://www.playmeo.com/shop/weconnect-cards/ Rope/Webbing - https://store.high5adventure.org/collections/rope-cord Playing Cards Emoji Cards - https://store.high5adventure.org/products/emoji-cards or https://www.playmeo.com/shop/emoji-cards/ Phil's Top 5; Ubuntu Cards (US) - https://store.high5adventure.org/collections/facilitation-tools/products/ubuntu-cards Spot Markers - https://store.high5adventure.org/collections/props-throwables/products/spot-markers Rope/Webbing - https://store.high5adventure.org/collections/rope-cord Emotions Cards - https://store.high5adventure.org/collections/facilitation-tools/products/emotions-by-high-5 Fleece Balls/Tossable items - https://store.high5adventure.org/collections/props-throwables/products/fleece-balls-pack-of-6 Additional Resources - Playmeo - https://www.playmeo.com/ Raccoon Circles - https://www.teamworkandteamplay.com/resources/new_rc_document_2011_final.pdf Connect with Mark - ceo@playmeo.com Connect with Phil - podcast@high5adventure.org Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
Welcome to the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast, where we explore innovative strategies for creating more efficient and balanced clinical days. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Smith speaks with Dr. Melissa Vyvey, a family physician from Ottawa specializing in geriatric care and co-director of the Foundation for Medical Practice Education. Join us as we delve into Dr. Vyvey's journey from a full practice family doctor to a leader in continuing medical education, tracing the roots of an impactful program born 30 years ago at McMaster University. We'll uncover the evolution of problem-based learning, the significance of small group dynamics in medical practice, and how these elements combat burnout, enhance clinical judgment, and promote peer support. Dr. Vyvey also shares her insights into incorporating fun into learning, managing cognitive load, and the critical role of "de-implementation" for improving patient care. Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode: Supporting Physician Wellness: Dr. Vyvey highlights the importance of incorporating fun and social aspects into CME, making learning enjoyable and fostering a supportive professional community. Enhancing Practice through Reflection: Learn about structured reflection tools and how they aid in identifying learning gaps, setting action plans, and improving patient care. Balancing Professional Roles: Dr. Vyvey speaks on managing multiple roles and the value of peer support groups in sustaining a fulfilling career in medicine. Dr. Melissa Vyvey Bio: Dr. Melissa Vyvey is a family physician in Ottawa. She is the Co-Director of Programs at the Foundation for Medical Practice Education, a not-for-profit providing continuing medical education for family physicians by family physicians, based out of McMaster University. She is also an Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa in the Department of Family Medicine. She is passionate about helping family physicians keep up to date! -------------- Would you like to view a transcript of this episode? Click here **** Charting Champions is a premiere, lifetime access Physician only program that is helping Physicians get home with today's work done. All the proven tools, support and community you need to create time for your life outside of medicine. Learn more at https://www.chartingcoach.ca **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit. Also, don't forget to hit “follow” so you get all the new episodes as soon as they are released. **** Come hang out with me on Facebook or Instagram. Follow me @chartingcoach to get more practical tools to help you create sustainable clinical medicine in your life. **** Questions? Comments? Want to share how this podcast has helped you? Shoot me an email at admin@reachcareercoaching.ca. I would love to hear from you.
Speech diarisation for simulation debriefings, simulation and root cause analysis, translational simulation implementation, and music before sim to reduce anxiety. Another great month on Simulcast. The articles (with links): - Brutschi, R., Wang, R., Kolbe, M. et al. Speech recognition technology for assessing team debriefing communication and interaction patterns: An algorithmic toolkit for healthcare simulation educators. Adv Simul 9, 42 (2024). Slakey DP, et al. Using simulation to improve root cause analysis of adverse surgical outcomes. Int J Qual Health Care. 2014 Apr;26(2):144-50 Paganotti LA, Shope R, Calhoun A, McDonald PL. Barriers and Facilitators to Implementing Simulation-Based Translational Research: A Qualitative Study. Simul Healthc. 2024 Aug 1;19(4):220-227 Gosselin, Kevin et al. Efficacy of 15-minute music intervention on nursing students' anxiety, self-efficacy, and performance in simulation testing: A randomized study. Clinical Simulation In Nursing, Nov 2024 Volume 96, 101625 And… Don't forget Simulation Reconnect is on again Bond University, Wednesday 27th November. Registration here
Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, recorded via Zoom on October 22nd, 2024, we are joined by Becky Tolnay, a Vistage Chair and Professional Facilitator based in Tallahassee, Florida. This episode is titled, "From Five-Star Service to Executive Excellence: A Vistage Chair's Quality-Driven Leadership Journey." With over 30 years of experience in performance improvement, primarily from her distinguished career at the Ritz Carlton Hotel Company, Becky Tolnay brings deep insights into fostering customer-centric culture and driving continuous improvement within teams. As a certified professional facilitator through the International Association of Facilitators, she has mastered core facilitation competencies that enhance her ability to guide and develop business leaders. Throughout the conversation, Tolnay shares her remarkable journey from starting as an accounts receivable clerk at the Ritz Carlton Buckhead to becoming an Area Director of Performance Improvement and Quality. Her career trajectory was shaped by a pivotal moment when she accepted a role as Director of Quality in 1994, despite initial hesitations about public speaking. This "happy accident," as she calls it, led to a transformative career in quality management and facilitation. After 25 years with Ritz Carlton, Tolnay established Tolnay Team Solutions and became a Vistage Chair, where she creates confident environments for business leaders to gain diverse perspectives and accelerate their growth. Her unique approach to group facilitation, influenced by her extensive background in quality management at Ritz Carlton, demonstrates how excellence in hospitality principles can enhance executive coaching and peer advisory group management. The episode reveals powerful insights about the intersection of quality management and executive coaching. Tolnay's approach to group facilitation, shaped by her Ritz Carlton experience, emphasizes the importance of creating intentional cultures through clearly defined values and consistent reinforcement. Her implementation of core values - integrity, communication, commitment, growth mindset, courage, creativity, effectiveness, and relationships - provides a framework for building high-performing peer advisory groups. A significant takeaway is Tolnay's emphasis on observation and diagnosis before action. Drawing from her father's veterinary practice and her quality management background, she demonstrates how careful observation and thoughtful questioning lead to better problem-solving outcomes. This approach challenges the common tendency among executives to jump to conclusions based on past experiences, instead encouraging deeper exploration and understanding. The episode also highlights the importance of creating systematic approaches to excellence while maintaining flexibility and authenticity. Tolnay's implementation of the "Best B" recognition system and her method of anchoring group values at the beginning and end of meetings shows how simple yet consistent practices can reinforce desired behaviors and create lasting cultural change. This systematic approach to group dynamics, combined with genuine care for individual growth, exemplifies the balance between structure and humanity in effective executive coaching. The Arete Coach Podcast seeks to explore the art and science of executive coaching. You can find out more about this podcast at aretecoach.io. This episode was recorded via Zoom on October 22nd, 2024. Copyright © 2024 by Arete Coach™ LLC. All rights reserved.
In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle introduces the newest Remodelers On The Rise Peer Group Coach, Peter Ranney of Ranney Blair Weidmann Remodeling! Peter and Kyle look at the role Peer Groups have played in Peter's business, how they can help grow your remodeling business, and the insights, support, and camaraderie that peer groups bring to the table. Learn more about the Remodelers On The Rise Peer Groups here! ------ Takeaways Peer groups provide invaluable support and understanding. Personal connections enhance business relationships. In-person retreats foster deeper bonds among members. A successful peer group requires a strong identity and purpose. Learning from others' experiences can lead to growth. Creative strategies can improve client engagement. Facilitators should encourage open discussions. Business goals can be achieved through collaboration. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Remodeler's Peer Groups 05:07 - The Value of Peer Relationships 10:06 - Peter's Journey in Remodeling 14:47 - Challenges of Merging Businesses 20:02 - Facilitating Growth in Peer Groups 25:01 - Insights from the Peer Group Experience
#438: Bonus Episode: Fight For Your MarriageThere is a real war going on concerning our marriages, but we know how to fight. We fight with the Word of God! In this Bonus episode of The More in Your Morning Show, April Nicole Scipio reads scripture and prays over marriages. The prayer has nine focus areas: - Instruments of reconciliation- Recipients of forgiveness- Facilitators of grace - Conduits of love- Marriage Health- Restoration- Unity- Strength- Vision
In this episode, Phil reflects on his 2018 blog post 'Finding Pinecones,' emphasizing the significance of small moments in learning and connection. He shares a personal story about a child's unexpected favorite camp memory and discusses the impact of unplanned interactions during a training session with students from Iraq. Phil offers practical strategies for facilitators to enhance group dynamics, such as sharing meals, encouraging questions, and adapting to the group's needs. He concludes by highlighting the importance of flexibility in facilitation and the value of recognizing those small, impactful moments. The small moments often have a bigger impact than we think. Unplanned interactions can lead to significant learning experiences. Eating meals together fosters connection and openness. Creating opportunities for questions enhances engagement. Flexibility in facilitation is crucial for meeting group needs. Listening to participants can reveal their true interests. Building relationships is key to effective group dynamics. Recognizing the value of simple moments can enrich experiences. Facilitators should be prepared to adapt their plans. Finding 'pinecones' can lead to unexpected insights. Connect with Phil; email - podcast@high5adventure.org instagram - @verticalplaypen Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
We've all heard the motivational phrase, “Failure isn't an option.” It sounds inspiring, but is it really true? Failure, in reality, is an option—often chosen in the form of inaction, silence, or the unwillingness to engage. How many times have you held back an idea, avoided speaking up, or let a moment pass because of the fear of judgment? Playing it safe is extremely tragic. In today's episode, we're diving into the cost of silence and the hidden price we pay by not putting ourselves out there. What's really stopping us from stepping forward? And what can we do to shift from apprehension to action? In this tough love episode, Brett takes the gloves off and gets real about: The evolutionary roots behind our fear of rejection How our ego is the true source behind our hesitation to engage Criticism, its inevitability, and how to turn it into data Harnessing pride as a shield to protect against self-devaluation Navigating the fear of success versus the fear of failure Referenced Episodes: E259 | Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism E105 | Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon Recommended Resources: Imposter Phenomenon Manual: If you struggle with imposter phenomenon, we created a free manual that many people have found to be super-helpful. It's become one of our most downloaded resources, check it out! Podcast Reflections: Did you know that we create worksheets to help you apply the lessons for each episode? To receive full access to all the reflections from previous and future episodes, click here. Mighty Networks Digital Community: If you'd like to test your ideas with Brett and our Facilitators, while connecting with like-minded individuals, consider joining our private digital community! For just $19.99/month (with free cancellation anytime), you'll enhance your communication, leadership, and relationship skills. Don't miss out—join us today! If you'd like to become more confident in front of a group and learn how to deliver a more potent message, Speaker School is the perfect event for you! Whether you're someone who needs to overcome the debilitating effect of social anxiety, or you're a well-practiced TED presenter, this is the perfect place to get some heads-down time to focus and improve, no matter where you are in your journey. This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, filled with people who want you to succeed and who will give you the feedback and encouragement you need to improve. Join us in Phoenix, AZ on October 12-13th! THIS IS OUR LAST CALL. SECURE YOUR SPOT BEFORE IT CLOSES! Today's episode is sponsored by our lifelong partner Momentous. You need to pay attention to what you put in your body. For safety and performance, it's crucial to follow three key principles: stick to what works, choose products that are rigorously tested, and rely on those rooted in science. Momentus products are NSF Certified for Sport, meaning they meet the highest quality control standards—the same required of athletes competing in the Olympics. We particularly love their whey protein, creatine, and fish oil. Visit livemomentus.com and enter the code BRETT15 at checkout to save 15% on anything found on their website. Don't compromise when it comes to your supplements. Stick to the basics, choose what's been tested, and trust what's proven.
It's the holy grail of mental health and wellness for many people. Almost all of us, at one point or another, have chased the elusive 'work-life balance,' hoping to find the perfect harmony between our careers and personal lives. But is 'balance' really the right word? Perhaps it's a misnomer that oversimplifies the complexity of juggling work and family. Today's topic arose from a conversation between Brett and several of our facilitators about the push and pull that occurs between career and family. It's a concept we all struggle with in some capacity, and in this episode, we'll share insights from that discussion along with practical strategies for managing the demands of work and family. Tune in as we get real on a this common struggle, as we explore: The misnomer of “balance” and how to define it for yourself How guilt influences decisions in your professional life Realigning your goals to reflect what truly matters How to recognize if the obstacle in your was is YOU - and what to do about it Put Us On Blast: We want to hear your thoughts! Let us know by reaching out to us on social media or shooting us an email at info@artofcoaching.com. We want to add more value to our audience above everything else. We love feedback and want to know how we can help YOU. Mighty Networks Digital Community: Want to join conversations like the one we had today and interact directly with Brett and our Facilitators? Join our digital community and connect with like-minded people dedicated to personal growth. For just $19.99/month (with free cancellation anytime), you'll elevate your communication, leadership, and relationship skills. Don't miss out— Join us today! Subscribe & Support: If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe to the Art of Coaching Podcast on your favorite platform. Share it with a friend, and leave us a review—it helps the show grow! Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb Twitter: @coach_brettb SPEAKER SCHOOL IS ALMOST HERE - Is there a message stuck in your head that you know needs to get out into the world? Maybe you'd just like to get better in front of your coworkers at weekly staff meetings. Either way, Speaker School is the ideal place to get better in front of people, regardless of the situation. This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, filled with people who want you to succeed and who will give you the feedback and encouragement you need to improve. Join us in Phoenix, AZ on October 12-13th!. THIS IS OUR LAST CALL, SECURE YOUR SPOT BEFORE IT CLOSES! Recommended Resource: Take our Drives Quiz!
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