Guiding a Group Consciously and Compassionately
Guiding a Group Consciously and Compassionately
What Can Be Facilitated?
Almost anything that requires interaction, discussion, decisions, or the resolution of disputes among two or more people.
To establish trust a facilitator has at least some degree of neutrality. That may vary depending on the situation and type of meeting.
In some meetings, the facilitator is almost a full participant, though maintaining neutrality when moderating an important issue will facilitate that process.
A Facilitator can be used for:
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a staff meeting
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a committee meeting
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a board meeting
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mediation between two parties
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a family dispute
- a conflict resolution session for a group
Proficiency with the procedural skills
A Skilled Facilitator:
Awareness and ease with relational skills
It’s Never Too Late to Be a Kick-Ass Facilitator
It’s Never Too Late
to Be a Kick-Ass Facilitator
Effective Facilitation requires communication skills that help us interact effectively with others.
That means improving your Relational Skills:
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to be more self-aware
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to be assertive (but not aggressive)
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to strengthen your personal boundaries
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when and how to set appropriate limits
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to identify and understand your triggers
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to manage yourself emotionally