Facilitation

Naming Synergy Blocking Attitudes

We often tend to get in our own way when it comes to collaborating and building synergy with others. The term synergy, by the way refers to the possibility of a group being far more creative and effective than the sum of individuals that make it up. Many of the assumptions, attitudes, and habits that block synergy from happening naturally are learned... Read more of this article

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What Did You Unlearn Today?

This past weekend, I met with two of my closest friends to review and discuss the direction and mission of FacilitatorU. After much discussion, a breakthrough occurred. We realized a clear theme that had not been articulated before. This theme aligns and contains my most persistent interests, practice, and teachings. It’s also edgy and counterintuitive,... Read more of this article

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Solving The Cell Phone Dilemma

The draw of cell phones and various electronic devices seems to be consuming an increasing amount of our attention. The inappropriate use of these technologies in classrooms, meetings, and working groups is a growing concern among many facilitators and trainers. In this week’s article, Solving The Cell Phone Dilemma, we address ideas several facilitators... Read more of this article

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Make a Compelling Case for Facilitation

How often have you been asked, “What do Facilitators do?” This is an important question to be able to answer in a simple fashion. This is especially true when you’re being asked by a prospective client. And given that just about everyone could use help with their groups and work teams, nearly everyone is a prospect! I’ve collected... Read more of this article

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Getting to the Bottom of Yourself

This morning I got up with virtually no motivation to write this article. I’ve been working for about three weeks straight in front of this computer. When not writing or emailing, I’m reading about the latest solutions and strategies designed to answer all of life’s problems. The last thing I felt like doing was to add just one more... Read more of this article

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Be Empathetic Not Sympathetic

As facilitators, we help people get perspective and to see and move through apparent inner and outer limitations. During this process, people will sometimes experience emotional reactions as they face challenges in their personal and professional lives. Our conditioning might tempt us to lose ourselves in their dilemma in an attempt to sympathize with... Read more of this article

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