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Whether you’re seeking inspiration for meaningful conversations or practical tips to enhance your facilitation practice, our blog is your go-to resource. From thoughtful techniques like the three-step Acknowledge/Assert method to reflections on leadership and community engagement, our latest posts bring ideas that help you grow with purpose and presence.

How You Can Help Keep People in Need Warm this Holiday Season #Barefoot4Barefeet

November 2022: Barefoot Facilitation is excited to share that our holiday tradition #Barefoot4Barefeet sock drive is back! #Barefoot4Barefeet is a collaborative effort, and showcase of the generosity of our communities. We invite all our clients, par

Barefoot’s 16 Meeting Venue Must Haves

October 2022: Have you ever been planning a big meeting when you realized that your usual office space just won’t cut it and you’ll need to rent out the perfect space to foster the best conversations? What are some of the things that you look for

6 Opening Lines: How to Start a Tough Conversation

September 2022: In today’s workplace, tough conversations are commonplace. And knowing what to say to initiate them can be paralyzing!Assertive communication is the answer. It is a critical skill for effective working relationships and the mana

Barefoot Facilitation Welcomes Mark Williams as Associate Consultant

August 2022: I am delighted to announce that Mark Williams has joined the Barefoot Facilitation Inc. Circle of Consultants as a contractual Associate Consultant, based out of Fall River, Nova Scotia. Mark will expand our team’s capacity a

What Goes in Your Bag? Prepping Your Meetings Toolkit

August 2022: As we’re packing to deliver multiple in-person sessions this fall, we’ve been reflecting on how useful a prepped meetings toolkit has been for many sessions in the past. A prepped toolkit on standby helps to ensure you’re prepared

Barefoot Expands Facilitation Capacity with New Senior Consultant

August 2022: I am delighted to announce that Marg McClean has joined the Barefoot Facilitation Inc. team as a contractual Senior Consultant, based out of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Marg will expand our team’s capacity as we continue to help

Mom’s 7 Public Speaking Must Dos

July 2022: Everything I know about public speaking I learned from my mom: Beatrice Murphy. Well, just about everything! I was twelve years old and in Grade Seven. My school was hosting its annual public speaking competition. It was my first experienc

Nominate Barefoot Facilitation for Halifax’s Best Trainer

July 2022: The Coast is holding their 28th annual Best of Halifax, Reader’s Choice Awards. Are you local to HRM and want to spread the word about Barefoot Facilitation and the training we offer? We’d appreciate your nominations for Halifa

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