Start Stealing Ideas for Better Facilitation
Explore unconventional approaches to facilitation and creativity with guest Rach Davis. We discuss the importance of finding inspiration outside traditional fields, the concept of cross pollination, and how it enhances workshop design. The conversation delves into specific facilitation techniques, the impact of tools like Butter, and the strategic use of AI in workshops. Rach shares entertaining anecdotes from San Antonio and valuable facilitation tips, such as using Lego Serious Play and the 'full body yes.' The episode is filled with practical insights for anyone looking to elevate their facilitation skills.00:00 Introduction01:14 Meet Rach Davis01:35 The Creative Weirdo02:19 Superpower of Cross-Pollination03:44 San Antonio Stories08:24 Journey into Facilitation14:49 Creative Workshop Activities20:47 Creating a Safe Space for Ideas21:22 The Power of a Smile in Workshops23:15 Full Body Yes: Understanding Physical Reactions24:38 Exploring Tools for Facilitation27:39 Using AI in Workshops31:57 Innovative Workshop Techniques32:47 Abolishing the 'Always Done This Way' Mentality34:21 Concise Communication with Balance36:16 Recommended Books and Resources37:34 Connecting and Upcoming Sessions39:15 Conclusion and Farewell⚡️ In each episode, Paddy Dhanda deep dives into a new human Superpower to help you thrive in the age of AI.Host: Paddy DhandaPaddy works at the largest Tech training organisation in the UK and is passionate about helping tech professionals build human skills to thrive in the age of AI.Contact Paddy: paddy@superpowers.schoolSubscribe to my newsletter:👉 Newsletter: https://www.superpowers.school/subscribeGuest: Rach DavisMeet Rachel, a Workshop Experience Designer and Facilitator who runs her own business as an independent consultant. With almost 20 years of strategy and workshopping experience, she's a firm believer that play is the doorway to our wildest ideas. Coming from an environment where being creative was like pulling teeth, she now helps others move past blockers to creative problem solving by crafting workshop experiences infused with joy and energy.https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachdavis/https://www.rachdavis.com/https://bento.me/rachdavis Get full access to Product Powers at www.superpowers.school/subscribe