When navigating cross-sector systems change work that centers young people, how do you maximize your efforts and wisely invest your time, talent and funding? Here’s our time tested model and some solid do’s and don’ts.
Read MoreIn the hustle-bustle of leading youth focused work, you are taking care of everyone else. Who takes care of you? It has to be you. Here’s how.
Read MoreAs a leader-facilitator of capacity building efforts, you are constantly coaching. You are supporting and learning from others just all the time. Be a guide by the side, not a sage on the stage. Here are some tips to embrace that role.
Read MoreAs leader-facilitators who work to change the world for the better, you are often focused on developing others' capacity. But what about your own? Here are six capacities, innate abilities you already have and can strengthen to better support your work in the world.
Read MoreYou may be new to facilitating groups or ready for a refresh. As a leader, as a facilitator, you want to create a space that allows for participants to bring their sense of possibility. This starts with your own preparation. Ideally, begin preparing for a workshop or meeting several weeks in advance. This gives you time to read through the workshop materials, practice, and prepare materials and supplies. Here are some key tips to get you on track.
Read MoreConnecting with others is one way to open yourself to possibility. Not sure where to begin when you meet new people at in-person conferences, meetings or networking events? Here are some starting points.
Read MoreFacilitating discussions that elevate possibility is harder than it looks, but easier than it seems. Make sure you have these basics down—remember that *you* are mirroring and modeling with your participants the ways you want them to work with their participants.
Read MoreFacilitating discussions that bring forward what’s possible starts with you. You, as a leader, as a facilitator, invite participants to share their wisdom and experience. Based on our decades of facilitation, here are some easy ways to do that.
Read MoreAs a leader-facilitator, welcoming spaces start with you. You need to enter the space with a sense of possibility so you can recognize it within co-participants. Even in virtual meeting environments, you can create a space of warmth and welcome. Use these practices as a check list to ensure a welcoming, community-focused, positive space.
Read MoreAs a leader-facilitator who inspires possibility within community, organizations and individuals, you can intentionally offer opportunities for trust building even in virtual meetings. Here are some starting points:
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