by jean | Mar 22, 2012 | One Opinion
Question: How do I deal with a well meaning participant who is going down the wrong road, without embarrassing them, but also letting the group know that the answer is not correct? Option A: Rather than ask the whole group a question, you can ask an individual that...
by jean | Mar 22, 2012 | One Opinion
A group facilitator helps kick start conversation and creates a safe environment for open dialogue. A good discussion can begin with a well thought out question. Let’s talk about two types of questions: Open Ended and Closed Ended A Closed Ended Question can be...
by jean | Jan 5, 2012 | One Minute Note
In my writing this morning, three words popped up: Kindness Curiosity Trust I think I’d like these comforting words to be my theme for 2012. Because at this time of year, I can get pretty intense with plans for January and beyond. Do you get that? And...
by jean | Dec 18, 2011 | One Opinion
On Thursday morning two weeks ago, I called my colleague and friend, Terrence, to congratulate him on his upcoming role as President of the local chapter of our training association. Just like Terrence he called me back right away. That afternoon, he was working out,...
by jean | Dec 9, 2011 | One Opinion
This note is about keeping a cool head during the trickiest financial month of the year. There can be a lot of pressure to close one’s eyes, dive into the fizzy, spending frenzy and emerge with a fiscal hangover come January. With a bit of planning – even just a few...
