Circles are everywhere: in nature, our biology, our art. There’s something sacred and special about them. So what happens when we introduce them to our facilitation practice?This week, I dive into ‘circle’ facilitation with Jonathan Hefter, the Head of Experience Design, Facilitation, & Training at Circl.es.We start by setting a mutual understanding of great facilitation; before diving into the complexities of holding judgements, learning to listen and centre others, and the physical and metaphysical power of gathering in circles; before coming full circle to the tools and tricks great facilitators can use to explore circle workshops.We cover a lot of deep and challenging topics, but Jonathan has a way with words that makes the entire conversation feel easy and accessible. It’s no wonder he’s finding so much success with Circl.es!Find out about:Defining facilitation and what best practice looks like in circle workshops What it means to measure and balance energy and flow in a workshopHow to help participants own their experiences rather than framing their best-guesses as informed adviceWhy circles – as a physical arrangement and a facilitation practice – can be so effective at unlocking deep connection and conversationThe impact technology can have on our conversations without us realising What the difference is between vulnerability and openness Don’t miss the next show: Subscribe to the show with your favourite podcast player. Questions and Answers[Part 1][01:14] When did you start calling yourself a facilitator?[02:11] What’s the difference between a facilitator, a moderator, a consultant, and a guide?[06:29] What are the key skills that make a good facilitator?[08:29] How do you distinguish “energy” and “flow”?[16:45] How can we work on ourselves to avoid judging the group for, say, a lack of creativity?[21:45] Why people struggle to take the risk of making conversations not about themselves.[26:08] How can we address and reframe unwarranted advice-giving?[30:20] What was it about your first wilderness experience that changed you as a listener?[33:17] Learning to step out of thinking there are ‘right’ and ‘wrong’ things to share.LinksVideo Platform Circl.es Share your thoughts about our conversation!Support the show✨✨✨Subscribe to our newsletter to receive a free 1-page summary of each upcoming episode directly to your inbox, or explore our eBooks featuring 50-episode compilations for even more facilitation insights. Find out more:https://workshops.work/podcast✨✨✨Did you know? You can search all episodes by keyword to find exactly what you need via our Buzzsprout page!

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