How to Build Trust by Asking Powerful Questions
When trying to build relationships, it’s crucial to move beyond the standard “How are you?” and “What do you do?” Yet, many of us hesitate to ask more meaningful questions for fear of turning people off. So, how do you engage in deeper conversations without negative outcomes? Understanding Perceived Risk The fear of asking someone […]
3 Fun Ways To Start A Meeting
In today’s video, I’m going to give you 3 fun ways to start a meeting, whether you’re meeting everyone for the first time, or you’re old friends. All of these ideas use my new We! Connect Sticker Nametags, but you can certainly use your own DIY system for these as well. Let’s get into it… […]
5 Creative Ways To Start a Meeting
Today, I have for you – 5 creative ways to start a meeting using my new We! Connect Sticker Nametags. Let’s get right into it. When your meeting participants come into the room, have them fill out the nametag, then drop it into a fishbowl. Once everyone has arrived, give them all X amount of […]
How to Handle an Over Talker or Monopolizer
In a recent discussion with some group dynamics facilitators, we touched on an interesting topic: How do you handle monopolizers or over-talkers? Given that this is a common challenge in group settings, I wanted to address it right away. The Over-Talker Experience Ironically, I found myself in a situation with an over-talker just yesterday. On […]
How Can I Make My Conference More Fun And Valuable
You’re planning a conference, summit, or symposium and want to make it both more enjoyable and valuable. I’ll define what those terms mean and share a straightforward, no-prep, no-cost method to achieve this goal. The primary purpose of conferences is to educate and facilitate networking. The interactions that occur in between sessions are just as […]
How To Improve Communication: Convincing vs Enlightening
How many of you, as part of your job, need to educate or train people? You have to convey information effectively. Take a look around—that’s many of us. Recently, Cole shared something that I’ve been pondering: the distinction between convincing and enlightening. As a facilitator, leader, trainer, or educator, there’s a significant difference in approach. […]
Icebreakers For Work: Adults – Click Quotes Activity
Icebreakers, in my view, should aim to swiftly bridge people into meaningful conversations. They ought to serve more as connection accelerators than mere conversation starters. Whether it’s a first meeting or an interaction within an established group, the goal remains the same: to delve into the rich, untapped reservoir of our unique, ungoogleable life experiences. The […]
How to NOT Overwhelm Introverts In a Group
At the outset of this session, I mentioned a plan to have participants share their thoughts in a group setting. However, recognizing the diverse comfort levels with public speaking, especially among introverts, I’ve adjusted that approach. Instead of large group shares, the focus shifted to smaller, table-based discussions, trusting these smaller interactions to fulfill our […]
3 Fun Roundtable Conversation Starter Topics
In today’s fast-paced world, genuine conversations can often fall by the wayside, replaced by superficial interactions. I’ve dedicated my career to reversing this trend, working alongside some of the brightest leaders and educators globally to foster deeper connections and more meaningful dialogue. Let’s dive into three round table conversation topics that draw on the past, […]
How To Avoid Exclusion
Today, we’re exploring the concept of preventing exclusion. In our current culture, there’s significant discussion on promoting inclusion and fostering a sense of belonging, which is undoubtedly vital. However, I’m equally fascinated by the reverse: How can we prevent people from feeling excluded? To delve into this, we’ll engage in an exercise that paradoxically requires […]