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A Facilitator's Journey: Real Life Stories

A Facilitator's Journey: Real Life Stories

著者: Kirsty Lewis
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概要

A Facilitator's Journey is the podcast that looks at how you run your businesses as a facilitator or trainer.


You started this work because you have a passion that you want to share with organisations. However, there is the small detail that you are now running a business and this requires a whole other set of skills and knowledge.


Join me, Kirsty Lewis, Founder of School of Facilitation, as I interview trainers and facilitators about how they manage their businesses. I will explore how people run their finances, price their work, scale up, scale down, decide to retire, market themselves, manage clients, and much much more.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Episode 49: From Newsrooms to Workshops: Jo Cook's purposeful facilitator's path
    2025/10/17

    This episode is about decision-making in our businesses, the frameworks we use to say yes or no to work and how becoming more conscious in our decision-making is important to cultivate.


    In this engaging conversation, Jo Cook shares with Kirsty her journey from being a trainee journalist to having a multi-income stream business. Jo shares her experiences transitioning from journalism to self-employment, the challenges of working with family, and living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.


    They emphasize the significance of creating inclusive work environments and the necessity of investing in personal and professional growth. The discussion highlights the need for flexibility in business models and the value of intention in career planning.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Connection

    02:45 Navigating Networking and Professional Relationships

    05:16 Career Journey: From Journalism to Learning and Development

    08:20 The Impact of COVID-19 on Business and Learning

    10:54 Transitioning to Self-Employment and Business Challenges

    13:51 The Importance of Intention in Career Planning

    16:25 Adapting to Change: The Evolution of Business Models

    19:18 Working with Family: The Dynamics of Sibling Partnerships

    22:10 Health Challenges: Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

    24:52 Creating Inclusive Work Environments

    27:43 Quick-fire questions

    33:18 SOFest, TJ 60th Birthday and wrap up!


    I invite you to grab a cuppa, join me on the pink seat, and tune in your ears.

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    A Facilitator's Journey is the podcast that looks at how you run your business as a facilitator or trainer.

    You started this work because you have a passion that you want to share with organisations. However, there is the small detail that you are now running a business and this requires a whole other set of skills and knowledge.


    Join me, Kirsty Lewis, Founder of School of Facilitation, as I interview trainers and facilitators about how they manage their businesses. I will explore how people run their finances, price their work, scale up, scale down, decide to retire, market themselves, manage clients, and much much more.


    Key Links:

    Visit Jo's website HERE

    Sign up to TJ's 60th Anniversary conference HERE

    Connect with Jo on Linkedin HERE

    Visit the School of Facilitation website HERE

    Discover SOFest HERE

    Connect with me on Instagram HERE

    Connect with me on Linkedin HERE

    contact@schooloffacilitation.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    56 分
  • Episode 48: The Importance of Community, Connection and Collaboration
    2025/10/03

    In this engaging conversation, Kirsty Lewis and Chad Littlefield explore the evolving landscape of facilitation, the impact of AI, and the importance of community and collaboration.


    They discuss the challenges faced by facilitators in a changing business environment, the significance of positioning and value, and actionable advice for those starting out in the field.


    The conversation also highlights the upcoming Connector Summit and the importance of investing in personal growth and development.



    00:00 Introduction and Connection

    02:42 The Role of AI in Facilitation

    05:24 Navigating Business Challenges

    08:32 Positioning and Value in Facilitation

    11:04 Shifting Business Focus

    13:56 Personal Stories and Business Insights

    21:04 Connection Before Content

    24:20 The Shift to YouTube and Online Engagement

    29:58 Business Structure and Revenue Streams

    36:35 Partnerships and Collaborations in Business

    43:05 The Value of Information and Implementation

    45:10 Generosity Marketing and Value-Based Pricing

    47:17 The Scarcity Mindset in Pricing

    50:16 The Importance of Open Conversations About Money

    51:46 Positioning and Pricing Strategies

    56:51 Navigating Economic Uncertainty in Facilitation

    01:01:04 Quick Fire Questions and Final Insights

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    A Facilitator's Journey is the podcast that looks at how you run your business as a facilitator or trainer.

    You started this work because you have a passion that you want to share with organisations. However, there is the small detail that you are now running a business and this requires a whole other set of skills and knowledge.


    Join me, Kirsty Lewis, Founder of School of Facilitation, as I interview trainers and facilitators about how they manage their businesses. I will explore how people run their finances, price their work, scale up, scale down, decide to retire, market themselves, manage clients, and much much more.



    Key Links:

    Visit the School of Facilitation website HERE

    Discover SOFest HERE

    Connect with me on Instagram HERE

    Connect with me on Linkedin HERE

    contact@schooloffacilitation.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    58 分
  • Episode 47: The brutal truth: My first five years as a freelance facilitator
    2025/09/19

    This episode is about decision-making in our businesses, the frameworks we use to say yes or no to work and how becoming more conscious in our decision-making is important to cultivate.



    In this conversation, Kirsty Lewis and Dave Freeman discuss the journey of transitioning from the corporate world to becoming a freelance facilitator and trainer. They explore the challenges faced in the early stages of building a business, the impact of COVID-19 on the training industry, and the importance of finding a niche.


    Dave shares his experiences, including the ups and downs of his first year, the evolution of his business, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, resilience, and the brutal truth of running a business.


    00:00 Introduction and Background

    02:29 The Brutal Truth of Business

    05:36 Leaving the Corporate World

    08:10 Transitioning to Facilitation and Training

    10:53 Finding Associate Work

    13:40 Auditioning for Associate Roles

    16:35 Year One Challenges

    19:19 Year two and the Impact of COVID

    22:06 Adapting to Virtual Training

    24:43 Reflections on the Journey

    29:58 The Evolution of a Trainer: Year Two to Year Three

    33:06 Narrowing the Focus: Year Four and Niching

    42:10 The Balancing Act: Associate vs Direct Work

    48:10 Quick Fire Insights: Advice and Recommendations


    I invite you to grab a cuppa, join me on the pink seat, and tune in your ears.

    ____


    A Facilitator's Journey is the podcast that looks at how you run your business as a facilitator or trainer.

    You started this work because you have a passion that you want to share with organisations. However, there is the small detail that you are now running a business and this requires a whole other set of skills and knowledge.


    Join me, Kirsty Lewis, Founder of School of Facilitation, as I interview trainers and facilitators about how they manage their businesses. I will explore how people run their finances, price their work, scale up, scale down, decide to retire, market themselves, manage clients, and much much more.



    Key Links:

    Visit the School of Facilitation website HERE

    Discover SOFest HERE

    Connect with me on Instagram HERE

    Connect with me on Linkedin HERE

    contact@schooloffacilitation.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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