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Mehdi En-Naizi
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This podcast is for facilitators, leaders, and anyone who works with people and wants to take collaboration to the next level. I share practical tips, creative ideas, and real stories from my own journey, covering everything from attracting clients and designing workshops to leading sessions that truly make an impact. You’ll also hear inspiring conversations with guests who are reimagining how we work, learn, and connect. Tune in to explore the art of facilitation, grow your confidence, and create experiences that spark real change.

  1. JAN 27

    Strategy Isn’t Fluff. It’s How You Stop Chasing the Next Thing ft. Silvia Coco | #ADAW Ep. 19

    Most entrepreneurs don’t need more ideas.They need a direction and the capacity to actually execute it.  In this episode of Another Day, Another Workshop, I’m joined by Silvia Coco, Aka la Creative, brand & business strategist, facilitator, and self-described generalist to talk about strategy that’s rooted in real life (not fluffy theory). If you have 10 skills, 3 priorities, and a brain that never stops… this one will feel like a deep exhale. In this episode: ✅ Why being a generalist is an advantage (if you stop being dispersive) ✅ The “copilot” positioning: work with you, not for you ✅ What strategy actually is and why it’s NOT fluff  ✅ How to set goals that are anchored in reality (not “shoulds”) ✅ Capacity planning: why 1 hour with a client is never just 1 hour ✅ “Confidence feels like fear” — how to move anyway  ✅ Delusional → Done: dreaming big, then backtracking the steps ✅ How facilitation + workshops become a strategy tool (retreat example)  📌 Chapters: 00:00 — Why “confidence feels like fear”  01:18 — Meet Silvia (La Creativa 03:30 — Embracing the generalist identity  10:24 — How she discovered facilitation (and wanted in with the “cool kids”)  16:55 — The “copilot” role: coach vs consultant vs facilitator 24:17 — What strategy really means (and why small businesses need it most) 31:18 — Real capacity: goals that match your season of life 44:10 — Delusional → Done + the fear behind “brave” decisions 57:17 — Workshops as a strategy format (retreat + momentum map) 01:16:19 — Where to find Sylvia  🛠️ Resources & Links 💬 Follow Silvia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silviacoco/ 🌈 La Creativa website: www.lacreativa.ch 💼 Work with Silvia: hello@lacreativa.ch 📅 Silvia Events: https://luma.com/user/lacreativa

    1h 37m

  2. JAN 13

    Why Great Facilitators Don’t Follow the Agenda ft. Kerri Price | #ADAW Ep. 18

    Most facilitators think their job is to run the agenda.Great facilitators know their job is to serve the room.In this episode of Another Day, Another Workshop, I’m joined by Kerri Price, award-winning facilitator with over 20 years of experience to talk about what really makes facilitation powerful (and sustainable).We go beyond tools, canvases, and frameworks to explore deliberate generosity:the ability to think deeply, act with intention, and do what’s most needed in the moment, ven when it means letting go of the plan.If you’ve ever: • Felt torn between the agenda and what the group actually needs • Struggled to trust yourself enough to adapt in the room • Over-prepared… then felt stuck following the plan • Loved facilitation but felt exhausted, underpaid, or close to burnoutThis episode is for you.⸻In this episode:✅ What “deliberate generosity” really means in facilitation✅ Why following the agenda can actually block the outcome✅ How to prepare deeply — without becoming attached to the plan✅ Trainer vs facilitator: where many people get stuck✅ Reading the room and responding without losing direction✅ Why generosity isn’t about being “nice” (and sometimes means saying no)✅ Low-tech facilitation, presence, and trusting your own style✅ The real reason many facilitators undercharge — and burn out✅ Pricing your work based on value, not hours✅ Being generous with yourself as a facilitator (first!)⸻📌 Chapters:00:00 — Why facilitation is about making things possible (not following plans)01:45 — Meet Kerri Price & her journey into facilitation05:10 — From teaching children to facilitating adults08:15 — Trainer vs facilitator: a critical distinction11:40 — What is deliberate generosity?15:05 — Agenda vs reality: what to do when the room resists18:30 — The “leave it at the door” exercise22:10 — Serving the outcome without forcing the plan25:00 — Why fear and control hold facilitators back28:40 — Preparation, toolkits & trusting yourself33:15 — Finding your own facilitation style (low-tech, no slides)37:20 — Being generous with yourself as a facilitator40:10 — Why most facilitators undercharge44:30 — Pricing based on value, not time48:50 — Niching, positioning & your facilitation message53:30 — Final advice for emerging facilitators55:10 — Wrap-up + where to find Kerri⸻🛠️ Resources & Links📥 Free facilitation resources from Kerri Price (activities, conversation starters & more)👉 Check the show notes for all links🔗 Follow Kerri Price on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerri-price/🔗 Visit her website for free facilitation tools :https://kerriprice.co.nz/free-stuff/

    49 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    Stop Trading Time for Money: Build a Real Facilitation Business ft. Nathy Ravez | #ADAW Ep. 17

    Most facilitators don’t have a business. They have a paid hobby that depends on the next client email. In this episode of Another Day, Another Workshop, I’m joined by Nathy Ravez, facilitator, founder of La Workshoppeuse and creator of the Facilipreneur Mastermind to unpack what it really takes to go from freelance facilitator to business owner (while living in Bali!). If you’re tired of trading time for money, customizing every workshop from scratch, or feeling lost about sales and offers, this one is for you. In this episode: ✅ Freelance facilitator vs facilipreneur: what’s the actual difference? ✅ How Nathy said no to a promotion and built a business from Bali ✅ Why your clients don’t care about “facilitation” and what they do care about ✅ How to use your existing network to find your first (or next) clients ✅ Turning experience into signature workshops and repeatable offers ✅ Positioning yourself so it’s clear what you do and who you help ✅ Using facilitation skills in sales conversations (without feeling pushy) ✅ Why giving value for free can be your best sales strategy ✅ Inside the Facili-preneur Mastermind and Nathy’s upcoming free class 📌 Chapters: 00:00 — Why many facilitators struggle to build a real business 01:22 — Meet Nathy: from corporate France & Germany → facilitator in Bali 04:05 — The turning point: surgery, daughter’s challenge & the big career leap 06:30 — Saying no to a promotion & choosing freedom instead 09:00 — Freelance facilitator vs. facilipreneur: key differences 12:03 — How to stop trading time for money 14:15 — Building signature workshops and repeatable offers 17:40 — Using your existing network the smart way 20:30 — What clients really care about (hint: not “facilitation”) 23:10 — Finding your positioning: what problems do you solve & for who? 27:45 — Why clarity in your offer changes everything 30:20 — Treating it like a business, not a hobby 33:08 — Sales as a facilitator: conversations, not pressure 36:15 — Outreach without fear: Nathy’s “12 calls in a week” example 39:40 — Giving value first & the “karma of business” 42:19 — Designing your product ecosystem & planning your year 45:55 — Inside the Facili-preneur Mastermind 49:33 — Final advice for emerging facilitation entrepreneurs 51:15 — Wrap-up + where to find Nathy 🛠️ Resources and Links 🎟️ Join the free free training session →https://freeclass.laworkshoppeuse.pro/ 📥 Get more info about the facilipreneur mastermind → https://laworkshoppeuse.pro/mastermind Follow Nathy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathyravez/ 📺 Subscribe to Nathy's Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laworkshoppeuse

    54 min

  4. 12/02/2025

    How to Design Virtual Sessions People Remember ft. Gwyn Wansbrough | #ADAW Ep. 16

    The world has moved to Zoom. Have your sessions caught up? In this episode of Another Day, Another Workshop, I’m joined by virtual facilitation expert Gwen Wansbrough to explore how to turn “just another online meeting” into a meaningful, high-energy live experience. We go back to Gwen’s very first online session during Spain’s strict lockdown and how one simple prompt in the chat completely shifted the mood from heavy and disconnected to energized and hopeful. From there, we unpack the Breakthrough Arc she uses to design engaging sessions again and again.If you ever feel drained after online workshops, stuck talking to black screens, or overwhelmed by tools and tech, this one is for you. In this episode: ✅ The 3 phases of a powerful online experience (safety → challenge → new possibilities) ✅ Gwen’s 8-step Breakthrough Arc for designing live sessions ✅ How to open a Zoom call so people actually want to turn on their camera ✅ What a “power prompt” is – and why it beats “Where are you joining from?” ✅ How to use the chat as your secret engagement superpower ✅ Managing tech without losing your mind (and when to keep it very simple) ✅ Why you should always protect time for a proper closing ✅ The Online Engagement Scorecard and how it helps you see where to improve ✅ How stand-up comedy made Mehdi a better facilitator 📌 Chapters0 0:00 Why most Zoom calls feel so exhausting 02:05 Meet Gwen: from UN work to global facilitation 06:45 Her first online session in lockdown Spain 09:09 Using the chat to change the emotional state of the group 13:51 The 3 phases of transformative online experiences 15:50 The 8-step Breakthrough Arc explained 16:16 Creating safety in virtual rooms 18:41 Power prompts vs “Where are you based?” 20:56 Getting cameras & mics on without being pushy 25:45 Keeping energy and focus throughout the session 28:03 Tools Gwen actually uses (Zoom, Miro, StreamAlive) 32:40 Slides or no slides? Finding your own style 35:01 Handling tech when it feels overwhelming 37:21 Why a tech co-pilot can change everything 39:45 How to close sessions so people remember them 42:10 The tiny details that make a huge difference 44:29 1% better every session (and what Mehdi learned from stand-up) 46:54 The Online Engagement Scorecard 49:17 Why virtual facilitation is here to stay 54:08 Mehdi’s reflections on webinars vs workshops 58:54 Facilitation as a lifelong craft 1:01:15 Where to find Gwen & final goodbye ritual 🛠️ Resources and Links 🧭 Gwen’s website https://www.gwynwansbrough.com/ 📰 Gwen’s newsletter The Quest https://www.gwynwansbrough.com/newsletter/ 📊 Online Engagement Scorecard https://www.gwynwansbrough.com/scorecard/ 💌 Mehdi’s site & newsletter www.facilitators-corner.com💼 Connect with Mehdi on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehdi-en-naizi-75b533116/

    1h 4m

  5. 10/21/2025

    Top 3 Workshop Design Mistakes (and How to Fix Them) ft. Nathy Ravez | #ADAW Ep. 15

    The world of facilitation is evolving. Are your workshops keeping up? In this special crossover episode of Another Day, Another Workshop and There’s a Workshop for That, I’m joined by fellow facilitator Nathy to dive into the art and chaos of workshop design. We unpack the biggest mistakes facilitators make when planning sessions and how to avoid them. You’ll learn the essential ingredients every workshop needs to be effective, how to manage client expectations, and the logic behind The Workshop Deck, a tool I created to make workshop design easier, faster, and more impactful. We also share practical tips on reading the room, setting the vibe with music, and adapting in real time, even when a session goes sideways. In this episode: ✅ The 3 biggest workshop design mistakes (and how to avoid them) ✅ The 4 key ingredients that make every session work ✅ How to choose the right activity for your goal ✅ The 6C framework and why it helps you create flow ✅ Tips on using music to create workshop energy ✅ A behind-the-scenes look at The Workshop Deck ✅ What to do when you need to pivot mid-session ✅ Real talk on working with clients and staying flexible 🎁 Join my free live event on Oct 23 to celebrate the launch of The Workshop Deck!You’ll learn my full design process and get a gift I usually sell for €299.Sign up here → https://facilitators-corner.com/launch 📌 Chapters 00:00 Why Most Workshops Miss the Mark 01:16 Meet Nathy & Mehdi: Crossover Time 02:42 Mehdi's Path to Facilitation 04:27 The Ownership Effect in Workshops 06:12 Mistake 1: Not Enough Information 07:27 Why You Must Ask More Questions 08:50 Helping Clients Clarify What They Really Want 09:36 Mistake 2: Too Many Goals, Not Enough Time 11:14 Mistake 3: Overstuffed Agendas = Shallow Results 13:21 The 4 Ingredients of a Great Workshop (Pizza Metaphor) 16:13 Music in Workshops: Mood, Energy, Flow 19:24 Playlist Tips and Patterns That Work20:11 What’s Inside The Workshop Deck 22:46 How the Cards Are Designed to Help You Choose 26:05 The 6C Framework Explained 30:02 Reverse Engineering Your Agenda 33:01 A Peek Inside the Cards: Layout and Logic 35:14 The What–Why–How Instruction Formula 38:10 The Secret Behind the Launch 40:27 Free Gift and What You’ll Get at the Event 42:00 Wrap-Up and How to Get the Deck 🛠️ Resources and Links 🎟️ Join the free live launch event → https://facilitators-corner.com/launch 📥 Get free preview cards and Miro templates → https://facilitators-corner.com/deck 🎵 Spotify Playlist: I’ve Never Workshopped This Way Before →https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1XMdNZRpPWYrNfRyb3SG1D?si=f529f69865544813Follow Nathy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathyravez/ 📺 Subscribe to Nathy's Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laworkshoppeuse/videos

    46 min

  6. 10/14/2025

    How to Be a Great Facilitator in 2025: Skills, Mindset & Trend ft. Rebecca Courtney | #ADAW Ep. 14

    The world of facilitation is evolving, are you keeping up? In this episode, I’m joined by Rebecca Courtney, facilitation coach at AJ&Smart to talk about what it really takes to be a great facilitator in 2025. We dive into the essential skills facilitators need today, how to embrace your own authentic facilitation style, and why mindset matters more than methods.We also discuss how AI is changing workshop design and why the best facilitators won’t be replaced, but amplified. In this episode: ✅ From teaching kids to facilitating teams: Rebecca’s bold career shift ✅ The #1 skill facilitators need today (hint: it’s not a method) ✅ Why “emergent facilitation” is the future ✅ How to deal with tough workshop moments & go off-script with confidence ✅ The truth about using AI in workshops — what works and what doesn’t ✅ How to find your facilitation voice 🎁 Join my free live event on Oct 23 to celebrate the launch of The Workshop Deck. Learn my full process for designing workshops that get results and get a secret gift I usually sell for €299 Sign up here → https://facilitators-corner.com/launch 📌 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 00:00 – From Primary School Teacher to Facilitation Coach 05:10 – The Overlap Between Teaching and Facilitation 09:20 – Managing Tough Participants (Kids vs. Adults) 13:45 – How AI Can Support — Not Replace — Great Facilitation 20:12 – The IKEA Effect: Why Co-Creation Builds Commitment 26:30 – Emergent Facilitation: Tools, Mindset & Resilience 33:40 – The Training Gap: Why We Need More Real Practice 41:55 – Rebecca’s Authentic Style: Creative Sanctuary + Play 49:20 – The Power of Reflection to Find Your Facilitation Voice 54:05 – Advice for Facilitators Who Want to Grow in 2025 58:30 – Outro + Where to Find Rebecca 🛠️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 Follow Rebecca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccacourtney Explore AJ&Smart’s Trainings: https://facilitator.com AJ&Smart on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AJSmart

    52 min

  7. 10/01/2025

    How to Sell Your Workshops (Without Feeling Salesy) ft. Pedram Parasmand | #ADAW Ep. 13

    “Facilitation is sales, the good kind.”In this ADAW episode, Pedram Parasmand, program design coach and facilitator who has worked with Netflix, Amazon, and Mural, shares how the very skills that make you a great facilitator can also make you a great seller — without ever feeling “salesy.”We dive into:✅ Ped’s journey from teaching physics to designing programs for global brands✅ Why being “good in the room” isn’t enough to build a business✅ The feast or famine trap — and how to escape it✅ The surprising overlap between facilitation and sales✅ Authentic outreach that doesn’t feel pushy✅ Why niching down creates more opportunities, not less✅ And why facilitation can’t just be a hobby if you want to thriveWhether you’re freelancing, building a facilitation business, or simply curious about how to sell your skills with integrity, Ped’s story will help you shift your mindset, sharpen your approach, and design a career that lasts. Quick heads-up: I’m launching The Workshop Deck — 52 cards to help you design better workshops in less time. Join the free live event on Oct 23 to see how it works. [Sign up here → https://luma.com/go6tr960 ]⸻🛠️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀• Subscribe to Ped’s Newsletter: https://leverageaccelerator.co• Connect with Ped on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedramparasmand/

    1h 7m

  8. 09/18/2025

    How to Ask Questions That Build Trust ft. Chad Littlefield | #ADAW Ep. 12

    "Powerful questions don’t take power, they give it.”In this ADAW episode, Chad Littlefield, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and co-founder of We and Me, shares how the right question, asked with the right intent, can completely transform the impact of your workshop.Quick heads-up: I’m launching The Workshop Deck : 52 cards to help you design better workshops in less time. Join the free live event on Oct 23 to see how it works. [Sign up here → https://luma.com/go6tr960 ]We dive into:✅ Why “icebreakers” should be renamed with connection before content✅ How to ask questions that create psychological safety and trust✅ What makes a question truly powerful — and how it can edit someone’s future✅ How intent and curiosity shape group dynamics✅ Why nailing your delivery is the best marketing✅ And the trap of becoming an “airport speaker” 🤐Whether you’re leading your first session or designing advanced offsites, Chad’s insights will help you ask better questions, build stronger connection, and run more meaningful experiences.⸻📌 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀00:00 - Meet Chad Littlefield: Connection Expert & Creator of We! Connect Cards06:40 - From Teenagers to Tech Teams: How the Cards Were Born10:05 - What Makes a Question “Powerful”?12:08 - The Problem with Icebreakers (and What to Say Instead)16:30 - The Phrase That Shifts Group Energy Instantly20:15 - Stop Asking “Why?” (And What to Ask Instead)26:10 - Presence Over Process: What Really Matters in Facilitation30:00 - The Marketing Power of a Truly Great Workshop35:30 - Thinking, Selling, Delivering — At the Same Time42:50 - Editing the Future with One Simple Question50:12 - The One Question Every Facilitator Should Ask54:00 - How to End Meetings That Actually Drive Action56:45 - Behind the Scenes: The Connector Summit + Priya Parker Keynote01:00:35 - Chad’s Thought Process: Purpose as a Shortcut to Depth01:05:10 - Boring Is the Enemy of Great Facilitation01:07:40 - Final Thoughts: Questions That Spark Real Change01:10:05 - Outro + Where to Find Chad⸻🛠️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀• Register for the Connector Summit (Dec 10–12): https://weand.me/connectors-summit/• Chad’s Website: https://weand.me• Ask Powerful Questions (Book): [Insert Link]https://shop.weand.me/products/ask-powerful-questions• Register for the Connector Summit (Dec 10–12): https://weand.me/connectors-summit/• Follow Chad on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadlittlefield/• Chad’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chad.littlefield

    58 min
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This podcast is for facilitators, leaders, and anyone who works with people and wants to take collaboration to the next level. I share practical tips, creative ideas, and real stories from my own journey, covering everything from attracting clients and designing workshops to leading sessions that truly make an impact. You’ll also hear inspiring conversations with guests who are reimagining how we work, learn, and connect. Tune in to explore the art of facilitation, grow your confidence, and create experiences that spark real change.

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