In this episode, I welcome Gwyn Wansbrough, a facilitator and trainer on a mission to help professionals design and lead exceptional online sessions that deliver better results for groups. Together, we explore the nuances of virtual facilitation, focusing on the transition from in-person to online workshops, the importance of designing engaging virtual sessions, and strategies to enhance interaction and connection among participants.

**Tune in to discover:**

- Gwyn’s background and her journey into virtual facilitation

- Why virtual sessions require different engagement strategies than in-person workshops

- The importance of the first five minutes in setting the tone for online sessions

- A live movement activity to combat remote fatigue during workshops

- How using prompts can deepen participant connection and engagement

- A sneak peek into Gwyn’s video course “Breakthrough Facilitation”

**Quotation:**

*"You can't create the same kind of meaningful engagement online as you do in person."* – Gwyn Wansbrough

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