In this conversation, Phil Woods joins Leanne Hughes, host of the 'First Time Facilitator Podcast' to share his journey from a legal career to becoming an independent strategy and team development consultant with Catalyst Strategy.
Phil outlines how he uses frameworks to guide organisations through transformation, draws on his command and activator strengths for maximum impact, and explains the importance of managing energy in workshops.
From strategic ideation to facilitating self-realisations, Phil offers valuable insights into his facilitation style and how he prioritises participant experience.
He also shares useful tips for first-time facilitators, such as the importance of preparation and creating an environment conducive to discovery and engagement.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:18 Phil Woods: A Journey Through Career Phases
02:13 The Power of Engaging Teams and Co-Creating Strategy
03:00 The Art of Making Workshops Engaging
04:48 Balancing Facilitation and Self-Discovery
09:11 The Role of Powerful Questions in Facilitation
13:31 Bringing the X Factor into Workshops
18:25 Leveraging Strengths in Facilitation
21:44 Maintaining Energy and Engagement in Workshops
27:35 Final Thoughts and Advice for First-Time Facilitators
