In this episode we welcome Therese Miclot, a seasoned educator and co-author of The Facilitation Advantage. Therese discusses the essential skills leaders need to apply facilitation techniques in everyday conversations, not just in presentations or meetings. Throughout the episode, Therese emphasizes the importance of creating connections through presence, asking effective questions, and balancing risk and safety in leadership. We also dive into actionable strategies such as previewing context before asking questions, and providing balanced restatements to foster understanding and trust.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Introduction and Guest Welcome

(01:42) - Sponsor Messages and Announcements

(03:18) - The Facilitation Advantage Explained

(06:49) - Core Skills for Leaders

(09:45) - The Importance of Mindset and Presence

(20:53) - Effective Listening and Communication

(30:44) - Practical Examples and Role-Playing

(33:15) - Decision Making and Justification

(34:04) - The Power of Restating

(40:01) - Handling Questions and Listening Deeper

(44:30) - Building Awareness and Asking Better Questions

(57:04) - Balancing Risk and Safety in Leadership

(01:00:32) - Conclusion and Resources

Links and Resources:

• Therese Miclot | LinkedIn
• Therese Miclot | Leadership Coach & Facilitation Skills Training
• Amazon.com: The Facilitation Advantage: How to Drive Impact, Build Relationships, and Lead with Influence eBook : Koppett, Kat, Miclot, Therese: Kindle Store

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