Category Archives: Engaging

Dealing with Questions by Participants – Mentoring facilitators 1

Posted on 2020/05/21 by Lelie Jan

I’ve been asked to mentor a facilitator who is also a member of IAF (International Association of Facilitation). I asked if it’s alright when I share the situations and feedback with you. (S)He agreed. Case “Today when I was delivering … Continue reading →

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Techniques for engagement

Posted on 2015/03/17 by Lelie Jan

On Linked-In Meeting Architects, I replied to a question on “What techniques do you use to boost participant engagement?” This is NOT a technical issue, it is relational. Engagement is a paradox too: most participants feel a reluctance to participate. … Continue reading →

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Leadership and facilitation

Posted on 2015/01/21 by Lelie Jan

Jeppe Lajer asked me: “What do you think a leader or facilitator can do to raise his/her capacity to love working with groups while being conscious of his/her inadequacies?“. The answer is: “I don’t know”. But of course, i do … Continue reading →

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EU and the paradox of Engaging

Posted on 2014/12/09 by Jan Lelie

Paul Nunesdea asked in a Linked-in group of facilitators: Do you believe European Union can ever be able to work together as a Team? What would be the opportunities for group facilitators? He added a youtube movie: Yes and no. … Continue reading →

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