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Feedback plays a crucial role in shaping workplace culture, employee development, and learning processes. A strong feedback culture fosters interpersonal skills, enhances motivation, and drives continuous learning. This article explores effective approaches to feedback, its effects on student learning, workplace dynamics, and the impact of feedback on motivation. Learn how to create a meaningful, high-information feedback environment for sustainable professional growth.
In professional development, the principles of practice and feedback are vital. Much like athletes and musicians refine their skills through rehearsal and critique, professionals must engage in deliberate practice and seek feedback to master their craft. This blog post explores these elements, providing insights and strategies to foster growth and success in the workplace. Facilitators, in particular, need ongoing practice and feedback to enhance their skills. Structured practice opportunities and feedback loops help identify strengths and areas for improvement. Embracing a growth mindset is essential, as it encourages seeking feedback and viewing challenges as learning opportunities. In professional settings, practice often gets neglected, overshadowed by the expectation to perform flawlessly. To foster growth, professionals need environments where they can safely practice and receive feedback, similar to athletes rehearsing before a performance.
Meetings are nothing without the participation of its attendees. No matter how incredible a facilitator may be, a meeting will not be successful without the…
I first learned about the Google SPRINT framework in early 2017 from Matt Randall, the founder of Twyla. Google Ventures (GV) funded Twyla’s series A…
Discover why facilitation is a dynamic practice, not a fixed playbook. This blog explores a competency-based approach that prioritizes growth, adaptability, and purpose over rigid methods. Learn how five core facilitation competencies—Purpose, Inclusive, Clarity, Crafted, and Adaptive—can guide intentional development and lasting impact.
Organizational effectiveness determines how successfully an organization meets its strategic objectives while optimizing resources, satisfying employees, and maintaining customer loyalty. By tracking key indicators such as employee engagement, goal achievement, financial stability, customer satisfaction, and innovation, leaders can strategically enhance performance and adaptability. Voltage Control empowers leaders with collaborative facilitation skills, driving measurable improvements in organizational effectiveness. Discover actionable insights to unlock your team's full potential.
At the 2025 Facilitation Lab Summit, Elena Farden led an immersive session titled "Consent as Ceremony: Learnings from Nurturing Safe Connections in Indigenous Play Parties." Elena, known for weaving cultural rituals and deep respect for consent into her facilitation practice, provided profound insights into how we can integrate these sacred traditions into our own work.
Transformational coaching is the key to unlocking sustainable organizational growth, empowering leaders and teams to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape. By utilizing structured approaches such as active listening, emotional intelligence development, and the proven GROW model, organizations enhance leadership effectiveness, drive innovation, and foster a resilient culture. Real-world examples from Microsoft, IBM, and Adobe demonstrate how tailored coaching initiatives not only boost performance but also significantly improve long-term business outcomes.
Sophie Bujold's journey from exploring early internet connections to discovering her passion for facilitation is a powerful story of personal and professional growth. In her blog post, she shares how she transitioned from tech to facilitation, realizing that the work she had been doing all along—creating meaningful connections—was rooted in facilitation. Sophie reflects on her experiences with the Facilitation Certification program, how it transformed her practice, and how she now helps organizations foster ecosystems of trust. Read more about her journey.
At the 2025 Facilitation Lab Summit, Kathy Ditmore led an impactful session on "Mapping the Change Journey", offering valuable tools and frameworks for creating successful change processes within teams and organizations. This session focused on using a canvas as a "compass" to guide projects toward success and aligned transformation, emphasizing how to adapt and lead through change effectively.
