Intro to Facilitating Groups: The Basics
Leadership Strategies - 2026 Webinars
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Part of the Webinar Series: Introduction to Facilitating Groups
Transform your meetings from time-wasting gatherings into focused, results-driven sessions that participants actually want to attend.
This introductory webinar provides a practical foundation in facilitative leadership, equipping you with proven frameworks and techniques to lead groups with confidence, increase engagement, and drive shared ownership of outcomes. Whether you’re new to facilitation or looking to strengthen your fundamentals, this session will help you shift from “running meetings” to truly facilitating results.
What You Will Learn
- The proven 6 Ps of Preparation methodology to design clear, purposeful, and results-driven sessions
- How to use the IEEI framework (Inform, Excite, Empower, Involve) to establish credibility, gain buy-in, and set the tone in the first 15 minutes
- Why participant-driven solutions are significantly more likely to be implemented than leader-imposed decisions
- Core facilitation techniques for managing common meeting challenges—such as low engagement, side conversations, and lack of focus
- How to guide discussions toward outcomes while keeping participants involved and accountable
Who Should Attend
This webinar is ideal for:
- New or aspiring facilitators
- Team leaders, managers, and supervisors
- Project leads and professionals who run meetings
- Anyone seeking more productive, engaging, and outcome-focused group sessions
Bonus for Attending: All attendees receive a recorded session and exclusive content giveaways.
Speakers
Suzanne Onorato
Core Team Facilitator @ Leadership Strategies
Dr. Suzanne Onorato has over 15 years of experience in learning and organizational development. She specializes in strategic planning, leadership development, and change management, creating engaging environments that empower individuals to reach their full potential.
With expertise in DEI programs, team collaboration, and crisis management, Suzanne has delivered measurable results for clients like the United Way of Miami and Macy’s. Join her to discover insights that drive meaningful transformation in today’s fast-paced landscape.
Raheem Jackson
Client Executive @ Leadership Strategies
Meet Client Executive, Raheem "Heem" Jackson, who is passionate about helping teams solve real problems through the power of skilled facilitation. With over 18 years of sales experience, Heem brings deep expertise in managing major accounts and driving strategic growth. Known for his ability to build strong client relationships, Heem specializes in consultative selling, digital transformation, and workforce optimization. Heem holds advanced certifications in technical sales and has a strong track record of delivering results in complex, fast-paced environments. By focusing on helping organizations and leaders unlock their full potential, Heem connects businesses with world-class facilitation and leadership development solutions.
Intro to Facilitating Groups: The Basics
01:00:02