247 - Dare to Facilitate! with Jenny Theolin

Most of us live our lives in a natural, psychological state of comfort. It’s cushioned, it’s safe - it’s what we know. But what happens when we dare to seek out the unknown? When we raise our heads above the parapet of comfort?Jenny Theolin dares to live her life in this space. As a facilitator, she braves the difficult questions, has a sixth sense for when to change course, and has curated a toolkit of techniques that intuitively challenge participants to yield the greatest impact. After all, it’s in the pivots, in the furrowed faces, in the zone of discomfort, that we grow. And the more we dare, the further we go!She joins me in this episode as we explore the possibilities that unfurl when we test our perceived limits, the concept of innovation mashups, and why effective workshops are challenging, and dare I say, uncomfortable.Find out about:How to become more daring as a facilitator by seeking out experimentationWhere to find new inspiration, brave ideas, and facilitation techniquesWhy workshops can fail when participants feel too comfortable – often, the best facilitators know how to explore discomfort in fruitful waysWhy adhering to rigid timelines, processes or schedules can stifle the organic, fluid nature of meaningful learning experiencesWhy workshops can produce a ripple effect of value – the true benefits manifesting themselves to participants weeks, months, or even years laterDon’t miss the next episode: subscribe to the show with your favourite podcast player.And download the free 1-page summary, so you can always have the key points of this episode to hand.Put the episode's best takeaways into practice with Skillding. Visit skillding.com/workshop to begin your journey from learning to doing. Track your progress as you hone your new skills. Start now!Links:Watch the video recording of this episode on YouTube.Connect to Jenny:Jenny’s studioJenny’s bookInstagram Dare to Facilitate InstagramLinkedInSupport the show:Make a one-off donation and contribute to the ongoing costs of running the podcast.Support the Show.**Click here to navigate through all episodes via this interactive podcast map.**If you're inspired by our podcast and crave similar conversations, consider joining Dr Myriam Hadnes' NeverDoneBefore Facilitation Community. **If you're keen to master the art of facilitation, discover our expert-led live, online Facilitation Courses at the NDB Academy. **If you enjoy the show, consider a one-off donation and contribute to the ongoing costs of running the podcast.