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AI product management brings together business strategy, data science, and design to guide the creation of AI-powered products. From product discovery to implementation, it requires balancing user experience, ethics, and technology. This introduction to AI product management explores the challenges, tools, and opportunities shaping the future, and provides a practical guide for product managers navigating this fast-evolving field.
Inclusion isn’t just a value—it’s a leadership practice. First-time managers have a unique opportunity to shape culture, foster trust, and empower every team member. From addressing unconscious bias to promoting diverse voices, inclusive behavior starts with you. Ready to lead with purpose? Join Voltage Control’s facilitation certification and build greatness through difference.
Noelle Pourrat’s journey from international affairs and conflict resolution to collaborative leadership through facilitation. Raised in a multicultural community and trained at Sciences Po & Columbia, Noelle honed bridge-building at Carnegie Corporation before discovering facilitation’s power. A 2020 misstep sparked a focus on presence over tools; Voltage Control’s certification, Practice Playgrounds, and community unlocked breakthroughs like the Diamond of Participation. She’s since led high-impact retreats, rolled out Crucial Conversations, and launched Facilitation Lab NYC—applying facilitation to strengthen teams, civic dialogue, and culture.
In this Facilitation Lab Podcast episode, host Douglas Ferguson interviews Grace Losada, Vice President of Learning and Development at Change Enthusiasm Global. Grace shares how her early experiences in peer counseling, athletics, and performance arts shaped her facilitation style. The conversation explores creating safe, engaging environments for learning, the importance of shared language, and the art of scaling intimacy in large groups. Grace offers insights on embracing mistakes, fostering connection, and designing impactful experiences, emphasizing playfulness and agency. The episode highlights facilitation as both an art and a science, rooted in intentionality, collaboration, and authentic human connection.
Whether you're leading your first team meeting or contributing to a high-stakes virtual meeting, knowing how to participate in meetings effectively is crucial. This guide offers actionable strategies for first-time managers, from building psychological safety and using structured brainstorming to mastering facilitation skills and taking notes during meetings. Learn how to drive better meeting outcomes, moderate conflict, and support your team’s objectives with confidence.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills are the foundation of effective leadership—especially for first-time managers. Learn how active listening, emotional intelligence, and collaborative thinking can help you resolve conflict, build trust, and lead with clarity. From root cause analysis to ethical decision-making, these tools will support your growth and elevate your team’s performance.
New to management and prepping for your first big interview? This guide walks you through how to answer interview questions with clarity and confidence, using proven techniques like the STAR method, tailoring your responses to the job description, and navigating remote interviews with ease. Perfect for first-time managers looking to showcase leadership potential and align with company culture.
Creating a high-performing team goes beyond meeting deadlines—it’s about building a culture rooted in trust, collaboration, and purpose. For new managers, motivating employees and fostering team cohesion can be challenging but entirely achievable with the right mindset and tools. From easy team building activities like scavenger hunts and virtual escape rooms to consistent recognition and inclusive practices, this guide offers practical strategies to help you inspire your team and build strong, lasting connections—whether you’re leading in-person, hybrid, or remote teams.
Managing team remotely can be challenging for first-time managers. This comprehensive guide explores how to lead virtual teams effectively, boost employee morale, establish communication norms, and build a productive remote culture. Learn best practices, tools, and strategies to ensure long-term engagement, legal compliance, and performance in the digital age.
Cardano’s Constitutional Convention, facilitated by Voltage Control, brought together over 1,400 participants across 50 countries to ratify a groundbreaking on-chain constitution. From hybrid workshops to large-scale global events, expert facilitation enables blockchain networks and crypto companies to maximize efficiency, harness diverse perspectives, and drive sustainable collaboration at scale.