Facilitating on Purpose
How do you create workshops and courses that people really want to attend, where they're highly engaged and actually learn something? The answer is through facilitation.
Facilitators exist wherever learning happens. And great facilitation involves getting clear on what you’re doing with your groups, why you’re doing it, and how to do it with purpose and intention. Tap into this podcast, "Facilitating on Purpose", as your go-to resource to becoming and being a better facilitator, wherever you work.
Join facilitator and learning designer Beth Cougler Blom and her guests to explore ideas about designing and facilitating learning. You’ll gain insights such as how to plan more effectively, build connection with participants, and include meaningful activities.
Level up your facilitation skills at http://facilitatingonpurpose.ca/.
- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 63
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Designing Learning for Behaviour Change with Julie Dirksen - EP 62
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Julie Dirksen about designing learning experiences that support real behaviour change. Julie shares insights from her latest book, Talk to the Eleph…
Accessibility in Learning and Beyond with Nora Loyst - EP 61
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with accessibility consultant Nora Loyst about designing learning experiences that truly welcome everyone. Nora shares how personal experiences led her t…
Learning That Lasts with Beth Cougler Blom - EP 60
In this solo episode, host Beth Cougler Blom reflects on how to create learning that truly lasts. Beth shares thoughts about how we can shift from simply delivering content to designing experiences t…
Storytelling to Drive Impact with Sumesh Khatua and Simrat Pahwa - EP 59
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Sumesh Khatua and Simrat Pahwa about the power of storytelling to create lasting impact in learning experiences. They explore how stories help drive…
Indigenous Pedagogies in Practice with Leanne Joe and Amea Wilbur - EP 58
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Leanne Joe and Amea Wilbur about how they designed a course on Indigenous pedagogies for adult educators at the University of the Fraser Valley. The…
Lessons From a Therapeutic Clown with Guillaume Vermette - EP 57
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Guillaume Vermette about his work as a therapeutic clown, using theatre, emotion, and deep listening to build human connection in long-term care hom…
Using Poetry and Expressive Writing with Marisa Gelfusa - EP 56
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Marisa Gelfusa about how poetry and expressive writing can become powerful tools for facilitators to connect with themselves and with others.
Beth a…
Podcasting as Facilitation with Beth Cougler Blom - EP 55
In this solo episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks about how podcasting is an act of facilitation and the many behind-the-scenes ways she brings facilitation skills into each episode. Beth reflects o…
Fostering Social Connection with Pete Bombaci - EP 54
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Pete Bombaci, founder of the Genwell Project, about the power of human connection and Canada's newly announced social connection guidelines. They ex…
Trauma, Learning, and Social Change with Theresa Southam - EP 53
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Theresa Southam about her book Transforming Trauma Through Social Change: A Guide for Educators. Theresa shares how educators, facilitators, and lea…
Letting Go and Saying Yes with Myriam Hadnes - EP 52
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with facilitator and business owner Myriam Hadnes about making bold decisions in business, setting boundaries, and the power of saying no. Myriam shares …
Keeping Burnout at Bay with Beth Cougler Blom - EP 51
In this solo episode, host Beth Cougler Blom explores some of the risks, signs, and symptoms of burnout, particularly for people involved in facilitation or entrepreneurial work. Beth shares some of …
Using Our Voice in Facilitation with Mary Chan - EP 50
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Mary Chan, audio engineer, podcast strategist, and voice coach, about the power of voice in facilitation and beyond. Mary shares her personal journe…
Book Circles for Deeper Learning with Theresa Destrebecq - EP 49
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Theresa Destrebecq about her work facilitating book circles and how she creates deeper learning experiences for people through these book-based comm…
Designing Museum Learning with Jessica Lane and Jacob McMurray - EP 48
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Jessica Lane and Jacob McMurray from the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) in Seattle, Washington, about how they create engaging learning experiences t…
The Pivotal Role of Learning Outcomes with Beth Cougler Blom - EP 47
In this solo episode, host Beth Cougler Blom explores the critical role that learning outcomes play in designing effective learning experiences. Beth shares practical insights on crafting clear, lear…
Creating the Habit of Inclusive Language with Dr. Suzanne Wertheim - EP 46
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Dr. Suzanne Wertheim, author of The Inclusive Language Field Guide. They explore how facilitators and educators can develop the habit of using inclu…
What Great Facilitation Feels Like with Khari McClelland - EP 45
In this episode, Beth Cougler Blom talks with Khari McClelland about his path to becoming a facilitator and what defines great facilitation. Khari reflects on a transformative camp experience that sp…
Working for Aliveness Instead of Productivity with Wouter Smeets - EP 44
In this episode, Beth Cougler Blom talks with Wouter Smeets about shifting the focus from productivity to aliveness at work. Wouter, founder of Life-Centric Work Lab, shares how important it is to ch…
Writing a Book in the Field with Beth Cougler Blom - EP 43
In this solo episode, Beth Cougler Blom shares her journey of writing her book, Design to Engage: How to Create and Facilitate a Great Learning Experience For Any Group. She talks about her research …