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221 best icebreaker questions for creating genuine connections

When a group of people comes together for the first time, it can take a little time for them to get to know one another and feel comfortable in each other’s presence. Icebreaker questions and games are an effective way to speed up the process and create a safe space for people to start working together. In this post, we’ll share the best icebreaker questions for work and any other scenarios where you might want to help people get to know each other. We’ll also share some tips for ensuring your icebreakers are productive and help the group bring themselves to the table without anxiety or frustration. Let’s jump in! …

10 Free Meeting Agenda Templates for Word, PDF, SessionLab

Meeting agendas are the foundation of productive, well-organized gatherings. Whether you're running a team meeting, problem-solving session or innovation workshop, a well-structured meeting agenda template can make the difference between a successful session and one that wastes everyone's time. In this blog post, we'll explore ten meeting agenda examples that cater to various meeting types and objectives. By the end of this article, you'll have a toolbox of ideas and agendas to help you plan and facilitate more effective and efficient meetings. The process of planning and organizing meetings can bring up challenging questions. What are the best practices for meeting design? What agenda items should you include? How do…

43 brainstorming techniques and games for creating new ideas

Finding new and innovative ideas is a vital part of the growth and success of any team or organization. While brainstorming techniques are rightly perceived as creative and exciting, it’s important to find a framework and idea-generation process that empowers your group to generate meaningful results. Innovation is important for many businesses, but what brainstorming activities might you use to help make true innovation a reality? Find out in this collection of effective brainstorming techniques! In this post, we’ll explore a host of effective brainstorming techniques in categories such as creative exercises and visual idea generation games, all of which can be used to help your group brainstorm be more…

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How IngeniousPeoplesKnowledge improved organizational efficiency with SessionLab

IngeniousPeoplesKnowledge Consultants (IPK) is a boutique consulting company specializing in the design and facilitation of change processes, as well as training and coaching in both physical and virtual environments. With over 17 years of experience, their team is most proficient at orchestrating collaborative processes such as workshops, learning events, training sessions, and team coaching. The team at IPK needed a tool that allowed them to meticulously plan and design their sessions down to the minute. With SessionLab, they’ve been able to optimize their workflow and achieve meaningful savings in time and cost too. With contributions from Marc Steinlin and Nqaba Mpofu at IPK, let’s explore how. Powerful features to support…

43 communication games for teams

Effective communication is a vital aspect of how we work with others. When communication is open, honest, and effective, our working relationships are richer and more satisfying. When this breaks down, it can create friction, misunderstandings, and disconnection - leading to an ultimately unproductive workplace. In this guide, you'll find communication games and exercises designed to improve and teach communication skills to your team. Try running these activities with any group that wants to communicate more effectively, be better listeners and improve their interpersonal relationships. Why are communication skills important at work? Effective communication is a vital aspect of any high-performing team. With good workplace communication, teams can more effectively…

40 best instructional design software tools

Self-paced training and learning programs are a great way for organizations to upskill their teams and create innovation. The right instructional design software can be the difference between an engaging learning experience and a training program that falls flat. So how to choose the right solution for your needs? In this guide, we'll explore instructional design software tools that help learning designers at every stage of the process. From creating a learning flow and conduct needs assessments all the way through to creating training videos, hosting your courses and measuring the impact, you'll find a tool to help here. Innovative organizations full of happy and productive employees often have one…

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Organizational development (OD) interventions: examples & best practices

In the world of organizational development, change is a constant process of discovery, analysis and action. An effective OD intervention can be one of the best mechanisms for creating impactful change and helping improve organizational efficiency. The right OD intervention can help ensure you're solving the right problems, achieve your desired change velocity and also navigate any resistance. In this guide, we'll explore the different types of organization development interventions available to org dev teams and give you practical advice for implementing them along the way. At the heart of any organizational development strategy is the desire for meaningful change and growth. But whether you're working in a small startup…

How Groundwork designs and delivers better workshops with SessionLab

Groundwork is a business consultancy based in Austria. Founded in 2018, Groundwork delivers value to their clients by creating team and leadership development programs, delivering training and providing ongoing coaching services. Their mission is to build the foundation of teams, organizations and people so that people can be themselves while doing their best work. Groundwork have used SessionLab since 2019, and it’s become a vital part of how they design, deliver and collaborate on their training programs and workshops. Here’s how. Simple, powerful agenda planning Organizational culture and personal development is Groundwork’s bread and butter. Whether it’s a single workshop or an ongoing development program, everything starts with a well-structured…

13 best change management software tools

Implementing organizational change is a complex process. For change managers seeking to improve innovation, solve big problems and maintain a competitive edge, the right change management tool can help ensure the success of your change initiative. In this guide, we'll explore the best change management software on the market. Whether you’re looking for a complete change management hub or need a tool to improve expressly designed for the area of change you're working on, you’ll find an effective change management tool here. Successfully implementing change for a team or organization means using the right tools for each part of the process. Project management software has a massive part to play,…

How SessionLab helps Cultivating Leadership streamline their workflow

Cultivating Leadership is a global boutique consultancy of experienced facilitators, designers, coaches and thought leaders. They help organizations create new structures and practices to support team development while also developing the workforces fit for the future. Designing sessions to satisfy the needs of clients across the world and collaborating effectively has been a challenge that Joy Guilleux, Jim Wicks and the rest of the team at Cultivating Leadership have been using SessionLab to help them solve. Let’s find out how. A simple, effective design tool Busy agencies and consultancies need effective tools to help streamline their processes and deliver value to their clients. At Cultivating Leadership, they found the tools they…

How a leadership consultancy saves time and effort with SessionLab

Freelance facilitators and consultants need to wear multiple hats. One day you might be coaching a client through a tough challenge. Another day you might be designing new training material or delivering a bespoke leadership workshop to a room full of executives. Efficient tools and processes that support your work can help ensure you deliver value to your clients and get more done in less time. Matt Davies is a leadership consultant, executive coach and facilitator who knows what it means to deliver impactful sessions for demanding clients. Here’s how SessionLab helps him succeed. A tool designed for facilitators Facilitators deserve a tool designed for their needs. Matt had been…

Agenda management best practices

A well-structured agenda is the foundation of an effective meeting. Whether you’re running a standup meeting or a team workshop, good agenda management will help you achieve your goals, stay on time and facilitate with confidence. But how should you go about creating an agenda? What are the best practices for using the agenda during a meeting and what do you do with your agendas afterwards? In this guide we'll explain how you can take control of your agenda so that you can make the most out of your meetings and drive efficiency and collaboration within your organization. Picture the worst meeting you've ever been in. Got it? Chances are,…

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