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 €299Sign up here → https://facilitators-corner.com/launch📌 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀00:00 – From Primary School Teacher to Facilitation Coach05:10 – The Overlap Between Teaching and Facilitation09:20 – Managing Tough Participants (Kids vs. Adults)13:45 – How AI Can Support — Not Replace — Great Facilitation20:12 – The IKEA Effect: Why Co-Creation Builds Commitment26:30 – Emergent Facilitation: Tools, Mindset & Resilience33:40 – The Training Gap: Why We Need More Real Practice41:55 – Rebecca’s Authentic Style: Creative Sanctuary + Play49:20 – The Power of Reflection to Find Your Facilitation Voice54:05 – Advice for Facilitators Who Want to Grow in 202558:30 – Outro + Where to Find Rebecca🛠️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀Follow Rebecca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccacourtneyExplore AJ&Smart’s Trainings: https://facilitator.com AJ&Smart on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AJSmart

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