Using Our Voice in Facilitation with Mary Chan - EP 50

In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Mary Chan, audio engineer, podcast strategist, and voice coach, about the power of voice in facilitation and beyond. Mary shares her personal journey from being behind the mic in radio to empowering others to embrace their unique voices. This engaging conversation will leave you inspired to experiment with your own voice and connect more meaningfully with others. Beth and Mary also explore: Practical voice warm-ups and exercises to prepare for facilitation The importance of vocal diversity and authenticity in connecting with groups How to use voice to influence energy and engagement in a room Debunking myths about “professional” voices and embracing individuality Tips for amplifying your voice with confidence in facilitation and everyday life Engage with Mary Chan: Website: https://www.organizedsound.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions/ Links From the Episode: Why Filler Words Like "Like" Are Powerful with Alexandra D'Arcy - EP 18 on The Podcaster's Guide to a Visible Voice Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language by Amanda Montell (book) EP 12 Stuttering and Facilitation with Maya Chupkov (on Facilitating on Purpose podcast) EP 6 Learning From Our Mistakes with Beth Cougler Blom (on Facilitating on Purpose podcast) Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast: Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, LinkedIn, or YouTube Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.com Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom: Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at hello@bcblearning.com Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn   Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions  

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How do you create workshops and courses that people really want to attend, where they're highly engaged and actually learn something? The answer is through facilitation. Facilitators exist wherever learning happens. And great facilitation involves getting clear on what you’re doing with your groups, why you’re doing it, and how to do it with purpose and intention. Tap into this podcast, "Facilitating on Purpose", as your go-to resource to becoming and being a better facilitator, wherever you work. Join facilitator and learning designer Beth Cougler Blom and her guests to explore ideas about designing and facilitating learning. You’ll gain insights such as how to plan more effectively, build connection with participants, and include meaningful activities. Level up your facilitation skills at http://facilitatingonpurpose.com/.