Facilitation Skills for Project Managers (Part 1 & 2)

The course emphasizes the bottom three essentials: solution process, leadership process, and teamwork. These elements are crucial for executing projects effectively. The course is designed to address common issues in project sessions, such as unclear purposes, unprepared attendees, and lack of alignment.

Description

• Master the art of leading impactful project sessions with Facilitation Skills for Project Managers, a new course from Leadership Strategies. Designed specifically for project managers and those who lead project-based sessions, this course equips participants with essential tools to prepare, execute, and close sessions effectively. Learn how to foster engagement, manage dysfunction, build consensus, and adapt to virtual or hybrid environments.

• Through practical, dynamic, and interactive methodologies, participants will gain the skills to facilitate productive sessions and drive actionable outcomes. Whether addressing conflict, maintaining focus, or navigating complex group dynamics, this course ensures project managers leave equipped to lead sessions that inspire collaboration and deliver results.

The “Facilitation Skills for Project Managers” course offers a comprehensive approach to mastering facilitation. By focusing on the essentials of project teams and addressing common session issues, project managers can lead more effective and successful sessions. This course is a valuable opportunity for those looking to enhance their facilitation skills and improve project outcomes.

This course is ideal for:

Project Managers

What you will learn:

This session will introduce key concepts and pains specific to project managers, focusing on how to:

• Transform meetings into momentum: Turn discussions into actionable outcomes that drive projects forward.
• Master the rhythm of facilitation: Learn how to set and sustain an energetic pace that keeps teams focused and engaged.
• Close with clarity: Ensure decisions stick, next steps are clear, and stakeholders leave aligned.
• Navigate common PM pitfalls: Mitigate scope creep, diffuse conflicts, and manage dominant personalities.
• Hybrid/remote mastery: Adapt techniques for virtual environments without sacrificing engagement.