What’s inside this episode?

We share the two pillars behind FIT for Facilitation—up your skill and grow your business—and how they shape each session. From pizza metaphors to personal visibility struggles, we go deep (and sometimes hilariously off-track) into what makes this event unique. Expect honest reflections, new ideas, and plenty of laughs as we tease what’s coming, from visibility mindsets to card decks as strategy tools, and even a secret kickoff surprise.

⚡️ Key Takeaways

Discover why community beats content—and how we build both.

Explore new session formats, metaphors (yes, pizza), and playful design.

Understand visibility struggles and how to grow your brand without cringing.

Learn how card decks can boost your facilitation and your business.

🎉 Upcoming EventFIT for Facilitation – 2nd Edition (Free Online Event)

📅 October 14–16, 2025

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👤 Guest Info

Mehdi En-Naizi | Facilitators Corner

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Saïd Saddouk | The Facilitainer

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Alexandre Eisenchteter | I❤️Cards

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In this episode, I’m joined by Ceri Newton-Sargunar—interaction specialist, chaologist, and trainee neuroscientist—who brings a rare blend of behavioral science, facilitation, and deep humanity to the way we work and lead.

What we talked about

We dive into the emotional undercurrents of leadership in a world that feels constantly on edge.

If you’ve ever felt like everything’s “too much” and yet you still need to hold the space, this conversation offers a path toward inner calm, clearer communication, and more grounded leadership.

Ceri unpacks the hidden dynamics that block communication and trust in teams—from the “gap” between what we say and what’s heard, to how our brains shut down under stress. She shares science-based tools like the Hand Brain, Karpman’s Drama Triangle, and her own facilitation method, the Worry Wall, to help us turn emotional chaos into connection. Her stories show what’s possible when people really start listening to each other—and themselves.

⚡️ Key Takeaways

• Spot “the gap” between your intentions and your impact

• Use the Hand Brain model to shift from reactive to reflective

• Break free from the Drama Triangle and lead with awareness

• Try the Worry Wall to safely surface hard conversations in teams

👤 Guest Info:

Ceri Newton-Sargunar | Interactions Consultant

Ceri’s facilitation guide to help teams name their unspoken fears—and move through them with courage and care.

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Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse

Nathy is a OD Consultant | Workshop Facilitator | Trainer helping facilitators level-up their skills and make a living from their craft.

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Today I’m joined by Salvatore Manzi, a leadership communication coach and facilitator with decades of experience helping teams and leaders speak with clarity, confidence, and intention. We dive into what it really means to communicate well—beyond just the words we say.

What we explored in this episode:

Salvatore shares his three pillars of communication—content, delivery, and presence—and how we can strengthen each one to become more effective facilitators and speakers. We talk about his journey as an introvert learning to lead in the spotlight, and he offers brilliant metaphors (like “Perry the Perfectionist”) and practical tools you can use right away. Whether you're prepping for a meeting, workshop, or TEDx stage, this episode will shift how you think about speaking and showing up.

⚡️ Key Takeaways

Learn small shifts that boost presence, like the "first 10 seconds" eye contact rule.

👀 Coming Soon

Clear and Compelling – Salvatore’s new book on communication strategies for bold ideas and big thinkers.

👤 Guest Info

Salvatore Manzi | Leadership Communications

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Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse

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I welcome Heather Di Santo, the beautiful mind behind DiSH Events for this special summer edition of

🎙️What’s the Workshop for That?

Heather facilitates magic through creative collaborations, workshops, networking connections, and events through curated, fun, and interactive experiences.

With over 20 years of event wisdom, she’s perfected the art of creating meaningful and impactful gatherings around the world. Heather’s signature workshop, WTF – Walk, Talk, Flourish, blends movement, conversation, and creative tools to transform challenges into actionable insights.

If you’ve ever wished networking felt more human, energizing, and transformative, this episode will inspire you !

⚡️ Key Takeaways

• Discover the 4-step WTF method: Pause, Expansion, Focus, Action
• Explore how walking & talking lowers barriers and sparks connection
• Understand how creative tools like Points of View cards unlock new perspectives
• Get tools to turn a challenge into clear action within 24 hours

👤 Guest Heather Di Santo | DiSH Events

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This week in our special summer edition of “What’s the Workshop for That?”, I’m joined by Stefan Pettersson, co-founder of Gameng. Stefan designs and facilitates workshops that blend system thinking with human energy to help communities, businesses, and destinations grow sustainably. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn diverse voices into a shared vision, this episode is for you.

In our conversation, Stefan walks us through his signature methodology—Think, Share, Solve—a three-step approach for engaged problem-solving. You’ll hear how he uses it to unite rural change makers, entrepreneurs, and politicians around a common identity, and why being an “invisible facilitator” can spark deeper collaboration. We explore practical tips for designing workshops people actually remember—and act on.

⚡️ Key TakeawaysGuest

• Discover why your signature workshop is your smartest asset and a true reflection of 

• your DNA.

• Explore the Think, Share, Solve framework for building alignment and commitment.

• Understand how to create safe spaces where every voice counts—spoken or written.

• Learn why the facilitator’s ego should step back so participants can step forward.

👤 Stefan Pettersson | Gameng

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In this episode, Dutch facilitator Tom Nobbe, founder of Simplifico, shares the story behind his playful and powerful signature workshop: Department Dating. With over 20 years of experience in leadership and collaboration, Tom helps teams connect in a more human and action-oriented way.

If you've ever wondered how to create real connection between departments—beyond job titles and endless meetings—this episode is for you.

Summary of the episode

Tom’s “Department Dating” workshop offers a clever and engaging approach to breaking silos and fostering cross-team collaboration. Using dating metaphors like profiles, speed dates, and even heart-shaped stickers, he gets departments talking about what really matters—mutual goals, shared challenges, and concrete actions. Tom walks us through the three-part structure of his workshop and shares why thematic design, visual storytelling, and follow-up accountability are key to lasting impact.

⚡️ Key Takeaways

• Discover how dating metaphors can transform interdepartmental conversations
• Explore the power of visual connection maps to reveal hidden synergies
• Understand why thematic design makes workshops memorable and fun
• Learn to move from insight to action with smart follow-up structures
• Get tools to activate trust and curiosity in corporate environments
• Take inspiration for creating your own signature workshop

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👤 Tom Nobbe | Simplifico

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Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse

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In this special summer edition of What’s the Workshop for That, I welcome Riccardo Mazzolo, the creator of the 10 Diamonds Workshop. We explore why so many organizations struggle to tell their story—and how signature workshop helps them get aligned and move faster.

Summary of the Episode

Riccardo created the 10 Diamonds Workshop after noticing that even smart, passionate teams were failing to communicate their business story clearly. The real issue? A lack of alignment on the core strategic elements of their story. This method guides organizations through 10 foundational business pillars—from positioning and uniqueness to OKRs and customer profiles—using a repeatable diverge/converge flow inspired by design thinking. 

⚡️ Key Takeaways

• Understand the real reason storytelling fails: lack of alignment, not lack of talent

• Learn how the 10 Diamonds structure brings clarity to core business elements

• Explore Riccardo’s facilitation method using diverge/converge decision flow

• See how empathy helps teams avoid groupthink and make faster decisions

  
  

👤 Guest Info - Riccardo Mazzolo

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In this episode, I welcome back Jakob Knutzen, co-founder of Butter — the virtual collaboration platform designed to make online meetings and workshops more engaging and productive.
Jakob returns to the show following the big news: Butter is now part of Miro. It felt like the perfect moment for a heartfelt retrospective.

Summary of the Episode

Jakob opens up about the early chaos and joy of building Butter during the pandemic — releasing features fast, learning with the community, and reimagining how online workshops could feel.
We talk about the power of team culture, the magic of Butter Scenes, and how mission over ego led to the decision to merge with Miro.

⚡️ Key Takeaways

• Reflect on the pivotal moments that shaped Butter’s evolution

• Discover why building a community of practice changed everything

• Explore the emotional and strategic journey behind joining Miro

• • Learn how mission (not ego) can guide bold decisions in business
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In this episode, I welcome Chad Littlefield, co-author of Ask Powerful Questions and creator of the We! Connect Cards.

Together, we dive into the art of asking questions that spark genuine connection — the kind that shifts energy, opens hearts, and creates change.

Summary of the Episode

Chad shares stories and insights from his journey as a professional facilitator and “arms uncrosser,” revealing how curiosity, intentionality, and context can transform a simple question into a moment of trust.

“Every question is like an edit button for the future — it shapes what happens next.” - Chad Littlefield.

From bus stop experiments to parenting moments, Chad offers gold insights and also practical tools for facilitators who want to build trust fast, even in resistant groups.

⚡️ Key Takeaways

• Discover the “Notice–Wonder–Inquire” framework to craft context-aware questions
• Explore how intention shapes impact — even with the same question

• Reframe “deep questions” as situational, not content-driven

👤 Guest Info - Chad Littlefield | We and Me, Inc.

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Host Info

🎙️ Host Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse

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In Part 2 of this special series, Nathy sits down again with Mohsin Memon, learning experience designer and creator of Evivve—a multiplayer simulation that's transforming how facilitators spark real behavior change. If you’ve ever struggled to make team dynamics visible or to prove the impact of your facilitation work, this episode offers a powerful, practical tool.

“If people come in touch with the consequences of their choices, they will make better choices.” – Mohsin Memon

What We Cover

This conversation dives into the story, structure, and science behind Evivve. Born from real-world leadership challenges at Motorola, the game now runs in 40+ countries and is trusted by global players like PwC.

Mohsin and Nathy unpack how immersive storytelling, participant agency, and a unique “offer system” surface deep team dynamics. You’ll learn the difference between authentic vs. synthetic behaviors, how real-time dashboards fuel powerful debriefs, and how facilitators can turn gameplay into long-term engagement.

⚡️ Key Takeaways

• Uncover the origins of Evivve a
• Explore immersive gameplay that brings out real team dynamics
• Learn the difference between authentic and synthetic behaviors

• Use gameplay to reinforce learning and enable reflection
• Get involved in global research on leadership and team behavior

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Evivve Certification – Level 1 & 2

📍 Singapore – May 2025

📍 Goa – July 2025

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👤 Guest Info

Mohsin Memon

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Nathy Ravez – La Workshoppeuse

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