I love this question, thanks for posting it! I’m an introvert who can act more extroverted for work and especially when I facilitate. I love the aspect of bringing out the best im teams, which motivates me and makes it worth it. As for the marketing aspect, I find that as an introvert I have a tighter group of closer ties…which helps to spread strong word of mouth and meaningful testimonials. The one thing I’ve learned though is I need recovery time after sessions! It’s super important to plan for some down time to recover after a big facilitator effort. So you can recharge.

I help small to medium businesses and large corporations to unlock growth potential in their teams and business, through blend of innovation coaching, strategic planning, and creative problem solving. It’s WIP! I’ve gotten feedback before that “facilitation” or workshops are not enough of a value prop. But that’s my area of expertise and passion. 🤷‍♀️Would love to hear others.

@Katharina Brandenberger Thank you! I love this validation and great call out that what might be obvious or easy to us, is actually super valued. I am going to start leaning into owning being a facilitator :)

@Paul Piltz Hi Paul! Here are a few tips and ideas: ✳️ Planning is key, but the plan should be flexible. Decide in advance what’s most important as critical outcomes. During the session you might need to cut/adjust to make sure those outcomes have enough of the team’s energy. ✳️ Show the team the checklist or what they have accomplished and what’s left to reach the deliverables ✳️ Intentionally use a mix of activities, both individual work and group work helps people recharge and keeps momentum going. Include different modes-drawing, writing, moving, talking. ✳️ Energizers that help set the tone. Like if you are doing creative work, do a round of one work poetry. Have folks move around and bring in some play (like pipe cleaners or something to fidget with) ✳️ Clear and simple launch instructions-the group should be able to get started right away on any activities, if not break it down or simplify. ✳️ Start strong- the amount of time can creep and then the end of a workshop can feel rushed….so start strong and keep the first half crisp.

@Rebecca Courtney Thanks for sharing !love this. Would only add that I've also ended after the Who/What/When with another board of - I liked/I learned/I Will ...that is a personal action from the new way of working they experienced. Usually people liked working in this new way, learned they could do SO much in a short time, and will try it more in the future...it's always a positive last write/read/stick moment that everyone cheers for each other on. And YES to group pic! good for teams to look back on where it all started :)