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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.

Get Ready, Get Set, Before the Virtual Doors Open

February 2022: In a recent online workshop, Gerard Murphy asked participants to list out anything they could do as a facilitator BEFORE the start of their virtual event or meeting that came to mind. There were a lot of diverse answers ranging from th

15 Tips to be Flip Chart Smart

February 2022: I had a client ask me recently, “Do people still use flip chart stands during training or facilitated sessions?” Of course, my answer was an enthusiastic YES!During the last two years many trainers and facilitators have leveraged n

7 Learning Snacks to Help You Rock It Online

February 2022: Is your workplace shifting more and more to the online space? Moving education sessions or events online? Are you spending hours in virtual meetings or facilitating online discussions? Barefoot Facilitation Inc.’s virtual Learnin

Tips to Boost Engagement during Virtual Meetings

January 2022: What if people left your virtual meetings celebrating the outstanding experience they’ve just had? That would be amazing, right? I’ve attended countless virtual events since the COVID-19 pandemic began. There have been man

Welcome Douglas Wetmore to the Barefoot Facilitation Team!

November 2021: I am delighted to announce that Douglas Wetmore has joined the Barefoot Facilitation Inc. team as Administrative Coordinator, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Douglas joins us from the Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Developmen

6 Tips to Protect Your Voice When Facilitating or Speaking

October 2021: I asked this question online and was thrilled with the scope and variety of responses! “Recently delivered a 2 day facilitator training workshop. Participants were interested in tips re: protecting their voices when they are speak

Barefoot Expands into the Digital World with New Senior Consultant

September 2020: I am delighted to announce that Rachel Sumner has joined the Barefoot Facilitation Inc. team as a contractual Senior Consultant, based out of Burlington, Ontario. Rachel will expand our team’s capacity as we continue to help existin

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