Myriam Hadnes,is a facilitation evangelist with a PhD in behavioral economics, shares insights on the art of facilitation and its impact on organizational dynamics. She emphasizes the importance of psychological safety, vulnerability, and authenticity in creating a conducive environment for collaboration and breakthrough moments. Miriam also highlights the role of facilitation in transforming organizational culture and leadership mindset. Takeaways Facilitation is not limited to those with the title of a facilitator; it is a mindset that can be adopted by managers to transition from micromanaging to leadership. Psychological safety, vulnerability, and authenticity are crucial in creating an environment where individuals feel comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas, and collaborating effectively. The role of a facilitator is to make the implicit explicit, promote vulnerability, and encourage a culture of curiosity and collaboration within the group. Facilitation plays a significant role in transforming organizational culture and leadership mindset, leading to improved team dynamics and better outcomes. The art of facilitation involves preparation, attunement to the needs of the group, and the ability to interpret silence and unspoken dynamics within the group. Sound Bites "I think every manager needs to learn how to facilitate at least a bit to step out of the micromanaging burden into leadership." "As a facilitator, the next step is to show them that there is a higher goal that brings them all together so that they're all on the same side." "When we reply to other people more with 'yes and,' we help the person to feel good about themselves because they feel seen."

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