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Discover how facilitator Erin Warner reclaimed her voice and transformed her leadership trainings by embracing participatory methods and authentic space-making. From Italy to Austin, explore how facilitation helped her build deeper connections, lead with purpose, and spark transformation in every room.
Varsha Prasad went from network engineer to global facilitator by discovering the power of design thinking and human-centered collaboration. In this inspiring journey, she shares how the Voltage Control Facilitation Certification helped her find clarity, confidence, and a supportive community. Her story is a testament to how facilitation can spark transformation—both professionally and personally.
Negotiation is a critical leadership skill that differentiates good leaders from great ones. Successful negotiation goes beyond mere persuasion—it involves active listening, emotional intelligence, strategic preparation, and adaptability. Leaders who master these skills foster stronger relationships, achieve better outcomes, and effectively resolve conflicts. By approaching negotiations collaboratively and creatively, leaders can transform challenging discussions into valuable opportunities for lasting success.
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.
A well-defined remote work policy ensures a healthy work-life balance, business continuity, and a structured remote working environment. Learn how to create a policy that supports flexible schedules, maintains company culture, and meets compliance requirements for a successful remote workforce.
Engaging with community leaders helps businesses unlock growth opportunities, build trust, and expand their networks. These leaders provide valuable insights, foster connections, and enhance brand credibility. Businesses can engage through networking events, nonprofit partnerships, educational workshops, and policy discussions. Digital platforms also offer powerful ways to connect and amplify engagement efforts. Measuring success through brand perception, business growth, and community impact ensures long-term benefits. Strengthening local relationships drives both social impact and sustainable business success.
At the 2025 Facilitation Lab Summit, Caterina Rodriguez led an engaging and insightful workshop on the power of non-verbal communication in facilitation. Through lively exercises and group discussions, Caterina explored how facilitators can use their bodies, tone, and silence to build stronger connections and create meaningful conversations.
Alyssa Coughlin's session at the 2025 Facilitation Lab Summit explored the power of storytelling in change management. Learn how to craft compelling narratives to engage teams, gain buy-in, and drive successful organizational change. Through interactive exercises, Alyssa shared insights on tailoring stories for different audiences, simplifying complex ideas, and using emotion to create lasting impact. Watch the full session video and read the transcript for actionable takeaways.
In this episode of the Facilitation Lab podcast, host Douglas Ferguson converses with Ralitsa Dimitrova, who leads the Ignition capability at KPMG Switzerland. Ralitsa shares her journey as a generalist and connector in facilitation, emphasizing the value of adaptability, empathy, and continuous learning. She discusses her career path, starting unexpectedly at Accenture, and highlights the importance of being a generalist in fostering collaboration and innovation. The episode also explores the role of community, storytelling, and creativity in facilitation and touches on future possibilities involving AI in the facilitation process.
Building a culture of collaboration in remote teams requires intentional strategies to overcome distance and isolation. Collaboration drives innovation, boosts productivity, and strengthens engagement. By leveraging tools like Slack, Miro, and Trello, promoting open communication, and fostering trust, teams can align on goals and build connections. Flexibility, centralized knowledge hubs, and celebrating successes further enhance collaboration. Learn how Voltage Control’s facilitation training can help your remote teams thrive.
