A facilitator asks a Japanese team: What’s your favorite color? Most of us would respond quickly with: Red – Green – Blue. But this team
Author: Abby Yanow
Abby Yanow helps groups and teams figure out the conversations that they need to have to work more productively together, and to better achieve their goals. She facilitates strategic conversations that engage people in collaborative visioning and problem solving. Abby also coaches leaders to increase their influence and impact, and to better engage their teams. In addition, she coaches facilitators to design learner-centered workshops and high-impact leadership retreats.
Abby has been President of the Boston Facilitators Roundtable since 2001. She designs programs and coaches presenters to create dynamic interactive workshops. (www.bostonfacilitators.org)
A Personal Laboratory at the “University of Life”
Anne Pratt’s experiences as a child of anti-apartheid activists in South Africa and meeting Nelson Mandela inspired her to help leaders build their skills in order to generate societal transformation.
Mandela: The Power of Forgiveness
After 27 years in prison, Madela realized that clinging to resentment would hinder personal growth. Anne Pratt, who worked with Mandela, talks about the need for leaders go release resentments in order to be effective leaders.
Just Bloom: Letting Go of Comparison
🏵️How often do you catch yourself comparing yourself to others? I’ll start: frequently; more than I’d like to admit 😉 To me, social media makes comparing
When Facilitation Feels Hard: Learning From Tough Moments
When your facilitation doesn’t go well – a learning program or a meeting – use it as a learning moment. Make sure the learning objectives are clear and that the key presenters are aligned about the purpose and the process.
Presence and the Power to Change the Atmosphere
Presence isn’t just how you act — it’s the energy you bring into a room. In this reflection, I explore how awareness, tone, and stillness shape human connection. Learn a simple practice to deepen your leadership presence this week.
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