In this episode, Iâm flying solo to talk about a topic that got huge engagement during the Fit for Facilitation Week: how to go find clients as a freelance facilitator. During my session, we were 90 people in the room (!)âso I knew I had to bring it to the podcast for those who couldnât join live.
What I talk about
Inspired by my daughterâs hilarious dating life stories, I explore how finding clients is a lot like dating. From building your client profile (aka your ideal date) to navigating awkward first conversations on LinkedIn, Iâm sharing real strategies that helped me grow my facilitation businessâwithout ever feeling salesy.
PLUS: Iâll walk you through the exact exercises we did in the GoFinding Clients session + how to get my free workbook to help you take action right away.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
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đ GoFinding Clients Like Youâd Go on a Date
đ Join the Fit for Facilitation Community to access the workbook (itâs free!)
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In this episode, my good friend Mehdi En-Naizi is joining me. Mehdi is the founder of Facilitatorâs corner, co-founder of Fit For Facilitation, Host of the podcast âAnother Day, Another Workshopâ and Creator of The Workshop Deck. This is a cross-over episode of Another Day, Another Workshop an Thereâs a workshop for that !
What we talked about
Mehdi and I chat about what it takes to design and create impactful and memorable workshops experiences. Be ready this episode is packed with actionable insights, real-life stories, and tips to help you level-up your session.
PLUS: Hear all about the upcoming launch of The Workshop Deck + secret new project that could change how you plan workshops for ever.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
The top 3 mistakes facilitators make when designing workshops
How to choose the right activities for any session
The 6 Câs framework that powers great workshops
Using music to create better workshop experiences
And of course the story behind The Workshop Card Deck
đ Launch Event: October 23rd
đ Everyone joining live gets a free resource normally sold for âŹ299!
đ Join the waitlist for bonuses & early access:Â
https://facilitators-corner.com/launch
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Mehdi En-Naizi | Facilitatorâs Corner
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Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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Whatâs inside this episode?
We share the two pillars behind FIT for Facilitationâup your skill and grow your businessâand how they shape each session. From pizza metaphors to personal visibility struggles, we go deep (and sometimes hilariously off-track) into what makes this event unique. Expect honest reflections, new ideas, and plenty of laughs as we tease whatâs coming, from visibility mindsets to card decks as strategy tools, and even a secret kickoff surprise.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
Discover why community beats contentâand how we build both.
Explore new session formats, metaphors (yes, pizza), and playful design.
Understand visibility struggles and how to grow your brand without cringing.
Learn how card decks can boost your facilitation and your business.
đ Upcoming EventFIT for Facilitation â 2nd Edition (Free Online Event)
đ October 14â16, 2025
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đ¤ Guest Info
Mehdi En-Naizi | Facilitators Corner
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SaĂŻd Saddouk | The Facilitainer
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Alexandre Eisenchteter | Iâ¤ď¸Cards
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đď¸ Host Info - Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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In this episode, Iâm joined by Ceri Newton-Sargunarâinteraction specialist, chaologist, and trainee neuroscientistâwho brings a rare blend of behavioral science, facilitation, and deep humanity to the way we work and lead.
What we talked about
We dive into the emotional undercurrents of leadership in a world that feels constantly on edge.
If youâve ever felt like everythingâs âtoo muchâ and yet you still need to hold the space, this conversation offers a path toward inner calm, clearer communication, and more grounded leadership.
Ceri unpacks the hidden dynamics that block communication and trust in teamsâfrom the âgapâ between what we say and whatâs heard, to how our brains shut down under stress. She shares science-based tools like the Hand Brain, Karpmanâs Drama Triangle, and her own facilitation method, the Worry Wall, to help us turn emotional chaos into connection. Her stories show whatâs possible when people really start listening to each otherâand themselves.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
Spot âthe gapâ between your intentions and your impact
Use the Hand Brain model to shift from reactive to reflective
Break free from the Drama Triangle and lead with awareness
Try the Worry Wall to safely surface hard conversations in teams
đ¤ Guest Info:
Ceri Newton-Sargunar | Interactions Consultant
Ceriâs facilitation guide to help teams name their unspoken fearsâand move through them with courage and care.
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Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
Nathy is a OD Consultant | Workshop Facilitator | Trainer helping facilitators level-up their skills and make a living from their craft.
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Today Iâm joined by Salvatore Manzi, a leadership communication coach and facilitator with decades of experience helping teams and leaders speak with clarity, confidence, and intention. We dive into what it really means to communicate wellâbeyond just the words we say.
What we explored in this episode:
Salvatore shares his three pillars of communicationâcontent, delivery, and presenceâand how we can strengthen each one to become more effective facilitators and speakers. We talk about his journey as an introvert learning to lead in the spotlight, and he offers brilliant metaphors (like âPerry the Perfectionistâ) and practical tools you can use right away. Whether you're prepping for a meeting, workshop, or TEDx stage, this episode will shift how you think about speaking and showing up.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
Discover the 3 pillars of great communication: content, delivery, and presence.
Explore practical techniques for gestures, anchors, and body language (even on Zoom!).
Understand how to deal with your imposter voiceâand why naming it helps.
Learn small shifts that boost presence, like the "first 10 seconds" eye contact rule.
đ Coming Soon
Clear and Compelling â Salvatoreâs new book on communication strategies for bold ideas and big thinkers.
đ¤ Guest Info
Salvatore Manzi | Leadership Communications
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Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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I welcome Heather Di Santo, the beautiful mind behind DiSH Events for this special summer edition of
đď¸Whatâs the Workshop for That?
Heather facilitates magic through creative collaborations, workshops, networking connections, and events through curated, fun, and interactive experiences.
With over 20 years of event wisdom, sheâs perfected the art of creating meaningful and impactful gatherings around the world. Heatherâs signature workshop, WTF â Walk, Talk, Flourish, blends movement, conversation, and creative tools to transform challenges into actionable insights.
If youâve ever wished networking felt more human, energizing, and transformative, this episode will inspire you !
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
đ¤ Guest Heather Di Santo | DiSH Events
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This week in our special summer edition of âWhatâs the Workshop for That?â, Iâm joined by Stefan Pettersson, co-founder of Gameng. Stefan designs and facilitates workshops that blend system thinking with human energy to help communities, businesses, and destinations grow sustainably. If youâve ever wondered how to turn diverse voices into a shared vision, this episode is for you.
In our conversation, Stefan walks us through his signature methodologyâThink, Share, Solveâa three-step approach for engaged problem-solving. Youâll hear how he uses it to unite rural change makers, entrepreneurs, and politicians around a common identity, and why being an âinvisible facilitatorâ can spark deeper collaboration. We explore practical tips for designing workshops people actually rememberâand act on.
âĄď¸ Key TakeawaysGuest
Discover why your signature workshop is your smartest asset and a true reflection ofÂ
your DNA.
Explore the Think, Share, Solve framework for building alignment and commitment.
Understand how to create safe spaces where every voice countsâspoken or written.
Learn why the facilitatorâs ego should step back so participants can step forward.
đ¤ Stefan Pettersson | Gameng
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đď¸ Host Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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In this episode, Dutch facilitator Tom Nobbe, founder of Simplifico, shares the story behind his playful and powerful signature workshop: Department Dating. With over 20 years of experience in leadership and collaboration, Tom helps teams connect in a more human and action-oriented way.
If you've ever wondered how to create real connection between departmentsâbeyond job titles and endless meetingsâthis episode is for you.
Summary of the episode
Tomâs âDepartment Datingâ workshop offers a clever and engaging approach to breaking silos and fostering cross-team collaboration. Using dating metaphors like profiles, speed dates, and even heart-shaped stickers, he gets departments talking about what really mattersâmutual goals, shared challenges, and concrete actions. Tom walks us through the three-part structure of his workshop and shares why thematic design, visual storytelling, and follow-up accountability are key to lasting impact.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
đĽ Guest Info
đ¤ Tom Nobbe | Simplifico
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Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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In this special summer edition of Whatâs the Workshop for That, I welcome Riccardo Mazzolo, the creator of the 10 Diamonds Workshop. We explore why so many organizations struggle to tell their storyâand how signature workshop helps them get aligned and move faster.
Summary of the Episode
Riccardo created the 10 Diamonds Workshop after noticing that even smart, passionate teams were failing to communicate their business story clearly. The real issue? A lack of alignment on the core strategic elements of their story. This method guides organizations through 10 foundational business pillarsâfrom positioning and uniqueness to OKRs and customer profilesâusing a repeatable diverge/converge flow inspired by design thinking.Â
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
Understand the real reason storytelling fails: lack of alignment, not lack of talent
Learn how the 10 Diamonds structure brings clarity to core business elements
Explore Riccardoâs facilitation method using diverge/converge decision flow
See how empathy helps teams avoid groupthink and make faster decisions
đ¤Â Guest Info - Riccardo Mazzolo
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đš Video Sales Letter on Empathy
đ Academic Paper Summary on Empathy & Strategy
đď¸ Host Info - Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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In this episode, I welcome back Jakob Knutzen, co-founder of Butter â the virtual collaboration platform designed to make online meetings and workshops more engaging and productive.
Jakob returns to the show following the big news: Butter is now part of Miro. It felt like the perfect moment for a heartfelt retrospective.
Summary of the Episode
Jakob opens up about the early chaos and joy of building Butter during the pandemic â releasing features fast, learning with the community, and reimagining how online workshops could feel.
We talk about the power of team culture, the magic of Butter Scenes, and how mission over ego led to the decision to merge with Miro.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
Reflect on the pivotal moments that shaped Butterâs evolution
Discover why building a community of practice changed everything
Explore the emotional and strategic journey behind joining Miro
đ¤Â Guest Info - Jakob Knutzen
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đď¸ Host Info - Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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In this episode, I welcome Chad Littlefield, co-author of Ask Powerful Questions and creator of the We! Connect Cards.
Together, we dive into the art of asking questions that spark genuine connection â the kind that shifts energy, opens hearts, and creates change.
Summary of the Episode
Chad shares stories and insights from his journey as a professional facilitator and âarms uncrosser,â revealing how curiosity, intentionality, and context can transform a simple question into a moment of trust.
âEvery question is like an edit button for the future â it shapes what happens next.â - Chad Littlefield.
From bus stop experiments to parenting moments, Chad offers gold insights and also practical tools for facilitators who want to build trust fast, even in resistant groups.
âĄď¸Â Key Takeaways
đ¤Â Guest Info - Chad Littlefield | We and Me, Inc.
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Connector Summit 2025 (Virtual)
đ â https://weand.me/connectors-summit/â
Host Info
đď¸ Host Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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In Part 2 of this special series, Nathy sits down again with Mohsin Memon, learning experience designer and creator of Evivveâa multiplayer simulation that's transforming how facilitators spark real behavior change. If youâve ever struggled to make team dynamics visible or to prove the impact of your facilitation work, this episode offers a powerful, practical tool.
âIf people come in touch with the consequences of their choices, they will make better choices.â â Mohsin Memon
What We Cover
This conversation dives into the story, structure, and science behind Evivve. Born from real-world leadership challenges at Motorola, the game now runs in 40+ countries and is trusted by global players like PwC.
Mohsin and Nathy unpack how immersive storytelling, participant agency, and a unique âoffer systemâ surface deep team dynamics. Youâll learn the difference between authentic vs. synthetic behaviors, how real-time dashboards fuel powerful debriefs, and how facilitators can turn gameplay into long-term engagement.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
đ Upcoming Certifications
Evivve Certification â Level 1 & 2
đ Singapore â May 2025
đ Goa â July 2025
đ evivve.com/stalwart
đď¸ 20% OFF with code: NATHYSTALWART20
đ¤ Guest Info
Mohsin Memon
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đ Evivve.com
đŽÂ Play Evivve Live
đď¸ Host Info
Nathy Ravez â La Workshoppeuse
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In this special two-part series, Nathy is joined by Mohsin Memon, game designer and behavioral strategist whose journey spans Bollywood, business mentorship, and learning innovation.
In Episode 1, they dive into the AFERR model, a neuroscience-based framework that reveals how the human brain processes learningâand how facilitators can use it to design transformative experiences.
âReflection is key to integrating experiences.â â Mohsin Memon
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
AFERR Model
đ¤ Guest Info
Mohsin Memon
đ LinkedIn
đ Evivve.com
đŽÂ Play Evivve Live
đ˘ GameThrive â Learning Through Simulation
đď¸ Host Info
Nathy Ravez â La Workshoppeuse
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Sketch-noting for Inclusive Collaboration with Sam Carpenter
I welcome my dear friend Sam Carpenter, a visual collaboration expert helping teams find clarity and connection through sketch-noting and graphic facilitation. As a certified Bikablo trainer and freelance graphic recorder, Sam brings a unique lens to facilitationâone that turns complexity into clarity, and meetings into moments of shared meaning.
In this episode, we explore how visual storytelling can empower neurodiverse individuals, break communication barriers, and invite more inclusive collaboration. If youâve ever struggled with messy meetings, alignment issues, or inaccessible communicationâthis oneâs for you.
Sam shows us live, how sketch-noting helped her reframe dyslexia as a superpower, how visuals enhance collaborative sense-making, and why even the simplest drawings can build deep understanding. From Agile roots to flipping the script on PowerPoint culture, this episode is packed with energy, empathy, and practical inspiration for facilitators.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
đ¤ GUEST INFO
Sam Carpenter - Visual collaboration Expert
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Nathy Ravez â La Workshoppeuse
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What happens when four facilitation buddies team up?
A lot of laughter, real-life insightsâand even more laughter!
In this episode, SaĂŻd Sadouk, Mehdi En-Naizi, and Alexandre Eisenchteter join me for a lively, behind-the-scenes look at Fit for Facilitationâa free, one-week online event packed with interactive sessions to level up your facilitation skills and grow your business. Itâs happening online from April 23 to April 30.
Youâll hear our unique angles on topics like AI in workshops, selling without sleaze, creating memorable experiences, and the all-too-real SoufflĂŠ effect of post-workshop drop-off. This episode is a mini sneak peek of what awaits you during the Fit for Facilitation week.
âĄď¸ Key Takeaways
đ Event Info
Fit for Facilitation â Free Online Event (April 23â30, 2025)
https://fitforfacilitation.com
đď¸ 100% Free â Sign up to access all 11 live sessions!
đĽ Guest Info
SaĂŻd Sadouk â The Facilitainer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/said-saddouk/
Mehdi En-Naizi â Facilitators Corner
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehdi-en-naizi-75b533116/
Alex Eisenchteter â AI Tinkerer Club
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eisenchteter/
đď¸ Host Info
Nathy Ravez â La Workshoppeuse
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathyravez/
https://laworkshoppeuse.kit.com/newsletter
In this episode, Wouter Gheysen, a Systemic Business and Entrepreneur Coach, joins me to explore the invisible forces shaping team dynamics and business growth.
We dive into systemic intelligence, how past experiences influence leadership, and practical techniques for facilitatorsto navigate group dynamics effectively. Wouter shares his journey into facilitation, explains the iceberg metaphor for understanding hidden patterns, and offers real-world exercises to help teams uncover and address underlying challenges.
If youâve ever wondered why some teams struggle despite great leadership and strategy, this conversation will change how you see team interactions!
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21 March 25 - The Inclusive Facilitation exchange
23&24 March 25 - Evivve Stalwart Certification
Guest: Wouter Gheysen
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In this episode, Jane Livesey, neuroinclusion advocate, ADHD empowerment coach, and collaboration specialist, joins me to explore how facilitators can create spaces that empower neurodivergent individuals and embrace cognitive diversity in organizations.
Together, we break down common misconceptions about ADHD, the power of neurodiversity in fostering innovation, and practical strategies for making facilitation more inclusive. Jane shares her lived experience as a late-diagnosed ADHDer with autism traits and how her passion human-centered practices shapes the way she creates inclusive spaces.
We also discuss the upcoming Inclusive Facilitation Exchange Conference in London on March 21st, an event dedicated to building awareness and community around neuroinclusive facilitation practicesâso be sure to listen until the end!
âĄď¸Â Key takeaways:
đ Join the Inclusive Facilitation Exchange (#IFE2025) â March 21, London
đ Event Website: https://inclusivefacilitationexchange.com
đĄÂ Podcast Exclusive: Use code NATHY10 for 10% off your ticket!
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Guest: Jane Livesey
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Host: Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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In this episode, Deborah Rim Moiso, facilitator, copy editor for SessionLab, and curator of the State of Facilitation Report 2025, joins me to break down the key trends shaping the future of facilitation.
We discuss the democratization of facilitation, the growing demand for in-house facilitation roles, and the integration of AI into facilitation workflows. With insights from 1,000+ facilitators worldwide, Deborah shares whatâs changing in our field and how facilitators can adapt and thrive.
âĄď¸Â Key takeaways:
â ď¸ Donât miss this episodeâitâs packed with essential insights for facilitators looking to future-proof their practice!
Guest:Â Deborah Rim Moiso | Sessionlab
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Host: Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse
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In this episode, Emily Gardner, facilitator and author of The Path of the Guide, joins me to explore Chapter 3 â Creating the Map of her upcoming book. We dive into the art of structuring workshops, balancing energy dynamics, and using Parkinsonâs Law to create focus and momentum. Emily shares practical strategies for mapping out sessionsthat lead to clarity, engagement, and real impact in corporate facilitation.
âĄď¸ Discover why energy management, flexibility, and structured preparation are key to running effective workshops.
â ď¸ Donât miss this episodeâitâs packed with practical insights for facilitators looking to refine their approach!
Guest:Â Emily Gardner | Facilitator & Author
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