{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6560b822a0ec710012693832/68dd02bb7be17a7f015df914?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 48: The Importance of Community, Connection and Collaboration","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6560b822a0ec710012693832/1759314567609-6dfc79ba-6cf2-4a77-8bc0-414b21764125.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation also highlights the upcoming Connector Summit and the importance of investing in personal growth and development.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Connection</p><p>02:42 The Role of AI in Facilitation</p><p>05:24 Navigating Business Challenges</p><p>08:32 Positioning and Value in Facilitation</p><p>11:04 Shifting Business Focus</p><p>13:56 Personal Stories and Business Insights</p><p>21:04 Connection Before Content</p><p>24:20 The Shift to YouTube and Online Engagement</p><p>29:58 Business Structure and Revenue Streams</p><p>36:35 Partnerships and Collaborations in Business</p><p>43:05 The Value of Information and Implementation</p><p>45:10 Generosity Marketing and Value-Based Pricing</p><p>47:17 The Scarcity Mindset in Pricing</p><p>50:16 The Importance of Open Conversations About Money</p><p>51:46 Positioning and Pricing Strategies</p><p>56:51 Navigating Economic Uncertainty in Facilitation</p><p>01:01:04 Quick Fire Questions and Final Insights</p><p>____</p><p><br></p><p>A Facilitator's Journey is the podcast that looks at how you run your business as a facilitator or trainer.</p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Links:</strong></p><p>Visit the School of Facilitation website <a href=\"https://www.schooloffacilitation.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p><p>Discover SOFest <a href=\"https://www.schooloffacilitation.com/sofest/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p><p>Connect with me on Instagram <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/schooloffacilitation/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p><p>Connect with me on Linkedin <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-schooloffacilitation\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p><p><a href=\"mailto:contact@schooloffacilitation.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">contact@schooloffacilitation.com</a></p>","author_name":"Kirsty Lewis"}