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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods - Lincoln\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Sessions:\nMarch 31 & April 1:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nLincoln\, Nebraska \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/tfm-523/
LOCATION:Lincoln\, NE
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Nebraska,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greta Leach":MAILTO:greta@mission-matters.com
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods\, Kearney\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Sessions:\nSeptember 9 & 10\, 2025:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nKearney\, NE \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/top-facilitation-methods-kearney-ne/
LOCATION:Kearney\, Nebraska\, Kearney\, NE\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Location,Nebraska,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charity Adams":MAILTO:charity@visionfusionconsulting.com
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods\, Sioux Falls\, SD
DESCRIPTION:Sessions:\nAugust 19-20\, 2025:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nSioux Falls\, SD \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/top-facilitation-methods-sioux-falls-sd/
LOCATION:Interstates\, 4701 W Research Dr\, Sioux Falls\, SD\, 57107\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Location,South Dakota,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charity Adams":MAILTO:charity@visionfusionconsulting.com
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods\, Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Sessions: \nMay 13 & 14\, 2025:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nOmaha\, NE \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/top-facilitation-methods-omaha-ne/
LOCATION:Project Harmoy\, 515 S 12th St\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Location,Nebraska,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charity Adams":MAILTO:charity@visionfusionconsulting.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods - Lincoln\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Sessions: \nMarch 25 & 26\, 2025:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nHosted in Lincoln\, NE \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/top-facilitation-methods-lincoln-ne/
LOCATION:Lincoln\, NE
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Location,Nebraska,State,ToP Courses,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greta Leach":MAILTO:greta@mission-matters.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
CREATED:20240129T162735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T162816Z
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods
DESCRIPTION:September 17 & 18:  8:30 am – 5:00 pm CDT\nHome Federal Bank\, Grand Island\, Nebraska \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/top-facilitation-methods-4/
LOCATION:Home Federal Bank\, 221 S Locust St\, Grand Island\, NE\, 68801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Location,Nebraska,ToP Courses,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charity Adams":MAILTO:charity@visionfusionconsulting.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240815T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240816T170000
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods
DESCRIPTION:Sessions: \nAugust 15&16:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nHosted in Cedar Rapids\, IA \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/849/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids\, IA
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Iowa,State,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aimee Viniard-Weideman":MAILTO:aimeelvw@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T234757Z
UID:855-1715761800-1715878800@greatplains.top
SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods
DESCRIPTION:Sessions: \nMay 15 & 16:  8:30 am – 5:00 pm CDT\nProject Harmony\, Omaha\, NE \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/top-facilitation-methods-3/
LOCATION:Project Harmoy\, 515 S 12th St\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Location,Nebraska,ToP Courses,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charity Adams":MAILTO:charity@visionfusionconsulting.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240305T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
CREATED:20231026T052146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T235542Z
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods
DESCRIPTION:Sessions: \nMarch 5&6:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nHosted in Lincoln\, Nebraska \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/top-facilitation-methods-march-5-2023/
LOCATION:Lincoln\, NE
CATEGORIES:Location,Nebraska,ToP Courses,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greta Leach":MAILTO:greta@mission-matters.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231017T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
CREATED:20230314T234122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T234628Z
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods Online
DESCRIPTION:Sessions\nOctober 17 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\nOctober 19 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\nOctober 24 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\nOctober 26 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT \n \nDescription\nHave you found yourself struggling to conduct meaningful online conversations?\nAre you anxious about what to do when someone dominates the conversation?\nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging live on-line modular course you look at the landscape of facilitation and will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from unproductive conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nLandscape of Facilitation (Module I) \n\nIntroduction and facility with the virtual facilitation environment\nUnderstanding of ToP facilitation as a participatory and respectful process that helps groups create shared awareness\, agreement\, and action online\nUnderstand the foundational theory and flow of ToP Facilitation Methods virtually\n\nFocused Conversation (Module II) \nGenerate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic with this universal framework. Learn how to virtually : \n\nBuild your confidence in hosting respectful\, inclusive conversations online\nDeepen awareness and understanding of individual and group dynamics in conversation\nFeel increasingly comfortable flexing between the roles of participant\, designer\, and facilitator\nParticipate in an online learning environment\, where a variety of virtual tools are modeled for their potential use\, including chat\, participant\, and breakout features in Zoom\n\nConsensus Workshop (Module III) \nInfuse a group with creativity and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into alignment with this energizing virtual process. \n\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nActively engage participants in collective decision-making\n\nAction Planning (Module IV) \nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goal\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines\, and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, process review of foundational theoretical understanding of facilitation and group dynamics\, and planning for application regardless of preferred virtual platform\, will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use.\nYou will receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide\nYou will be asked to: participate in self-guided learning including reading materials and assignments \nCourse Applicable To: \n\nManagers and supervisors\nExecutive directors and board members\nEducators and health practitioners\nProject and team leaders\nActive citizens and community workers\nFacilitators\, trainers and consultants\nGovernment employees and elected officials\nUX and product designers\nOrganizational change agents\nCommunity organizers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites \nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits \nApplicable for NCHEC (CHES & MCHES) and AICP (APA). Inquire to support@ica-usa.org for credit hour details. \nPricing \n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment)
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/top-facilitation-methods-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Facilitation,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Schnuelle":MAILTO:kayla@mission-matters.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230726T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230727T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
CREATED:20230119T225224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T213939Z
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods In Person
DESCRIPTION:Sessions: \nJuly 26-27:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nHosted in Omaha\, NE \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\n\n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment) \nTestimonials \n“ToP training has been invaluable to me as an association leader! The techniques I learned have improved both my facilitation and leadership skills – I’m more able to ensure that all voices in the room are heard and also have found that I ask better questions. Even the simple but powerful framework ToP teaches for debriefing has 1\,001 uses in my association work!” \n–Donna Oser\, CAE\nDirector of Leadership and Executive Search Services for the Michigan Association of School Boards \n“I went in feeling insecure about my skills to lead a meeting and walked away from the experience feeling like I had started building a solid facilitation foundation. I now feel I have the confidence to lead a positive and productive meeting.” \n–Meg Dethloff\nUnited States Geological Survey/PNAMP Biologist \n“This course teaches you to think outside the box\, challenge yourself and others during conversations\, and engage people in tough brainstorms. It will bring out new thought processes and help you realize how you can change how you have been facilitating meetings in the past.” \n–Melissa Boles\nEmployer Services Manager at Workforce Southwest Washington
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/march-28-29-top-facilitation-methods-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Omaha\, NE
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Nebraska,State,ToP Facilitation Methods
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230426T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods In Person
DESCRIPTION:Training Dates\nPublic Course\nApril 26-27:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nHosted at Five Rule Planning\, Kearney Nebraska \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment)
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/april-26-27-top-facilitation-methods-in-person/
LOCATION:Five Rule Planning\, Nebraska
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Nebraska,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charity Adams":MAILTO:charity@visionfusionconsulting.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230328T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230329T050000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
CREATED:20230104T075940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T230648Z
UID:403-1679992200-1680066000@greatplains.top
SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods In Person
DESCRIPTION:Training Dates\nPublic Course\nMarch 28 – 29:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nHosted in Lincoln\, NE \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment)
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/march-28-29-top-facilitation-methods-in-person/
LOCATION:Lincoln\, NE
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,Nebraska,State,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Schnuelle":MAILTO:kayla@mission-matters.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230131T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T160453
CREATED:20230104T075940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T230701Z
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods Online
DESCRIPTION:Sessions\nJanuary 31 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\nFebruary 1 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\nFebruary 7 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\nFebruary 8 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT \n \nDescription\nHave you found yourself struggling to conduct meaningful online conversations?\nAre you anxious about what to do when someone dominates the conversation?\nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging live on-line modular course you look at the landscape of facilitation and will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from unproductive conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nLandscape of Facilitation (Module I) \n\nIntroduction and facility with the virtual facilitation environment\nUnderstanding of ToP facilitation as a participatory and respectful process that helps groups create shared awareness\, agreement\, and action online\nUnderstand the foundational theory and flow of ToP Facilitation Methods virtually\n\nFocused Conversation (Module II) \nGenerate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic with this universal framework. Learn how to virtually : \n\nBuild your confidence in hosting respectful\, inclusive conversations online\nDeepen awareness and understanding of individual and group dynamics in conversation\nFeel increasingly comfortable flexing between the roles of participant\, designer\, and facilitator\nParticipate in an online learning environment\, where a variety of virtual tools are modeled for their potential use\, including chat\, participant\, and breakout features in Zoom\n\nConsensus Workshop (Module III) \nInfuse a group with creativity and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into alignment with this energizing virtual process. \n\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nActively engage participants in collective decision-making\n\nAction Planning (Module IV) \nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goal\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, process review of foundational theoretical understanding of facilitation and group dynamics\, and planning for application regardless of preferred virtual platform\, will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use.\nYou will receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide\nYou will be asked to: participate in self-guided learning including reading materials and assignments \nCourse Applicable To: \n\nManagers and supervisors\nExecutive directors and board members\nEducators and health practitioners\nProject and team leaders\nActive citizens and community workers\nFacilitators\, trainers and consultants\nGovernment employees and elected officials\nUX and product designers\nOrganizational change agents\nCommunity organizers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites \nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits \nApplicable for NCHEC (CHES & MCHES) and AICP (APA). Inquire to support@ica-usa.org for credit hour details. \nPricing \n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment)
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/january-31-february-8-top-facilitation-methods-online/
CATEGORIES:Online Facilitation,ToP Facilitation Methods
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SUMMARY:ToP Facilitation Methods In Person
DESCRIPTION:Training Dates\nPublic Course\nJanuary 24-25:  8:30 am am – 5:00 pm CDT\nHosted at Sioux Falls\, SD \n \nDescription\nDo you struggle with circular conversation in meetings that don’t seem to go anywhere?\nAre you anxious about what to do when conflict arises or someone dominates the conversation? \nDo you feel like a used car salesman trying to get people to stay committed and motivated to group projects?\nIn this engaging course you will learn three simple\, universally applicable approaches to help you confidently move any group from conflict or confusion to consensus and commitment. \nFocused Conversation\nA universal framework to generate meaningful\, productive dialogue around any topic. \n\nConduct purposeful\, productive meetings and discussions\nStimulate candid feedback\nSurface new ideas and solutions\n\nConsensus Workshop\nInfuse a group with creative energy and bring diverse opinions and perspectives into an agreement everyone can own and support. \n\nTap rational and intuitive thought processes\nRespectfully integrate diverse ideas into a larger whole\nGenerate practical and creative solutions from multiple perspectives\nMinimize conflict and achieve consensus\n\nAction Planning\nQuickly plan and prepare a group project for launch\, and develop shared commitment to timelines\, tasks\, and success measures. \n\nAnalyze the current reality and set inspiring goals\nMaximize group ownership and creativity\nCraft a doable plan with clear ownership\, timelines and success measures\n\nImmersive demonstrations\, hands on practice\, peer coaching\, and real life application opportunities will ensure you leave with confidence to immediately put your new skills to use. \nYou’ll receive: step-by-step manual and resource guide + 1 hour of free expert coaching. \nCourse Applicable To: \n\nProject and Team Leaders\nFacilitators\, Trainers and Consultants\nProject & Change Managers\nManagers and Supervisors\nExecutive Directors and Board Members\nEducators and Health Practitioners\nActive Citizens and Community Workers\nGovernment Employees and Elected Officials\nUX and Product Designers\nCommunity organizers\nCommunity Engagement Managers\nOthers who lead meetings or collaborate with groups of any kind\n\nPrerequisites\nNone \nContinuing Ed Credits\n13.5 NCHEC (CHES & MCHES)\n14.5 AICP (APA)\n14 PDU (CAPM) \nPricing\n$1250:  Corporate & Large Nonprofits (budget > $5 million)\n$1050:  Public Government\n$950:  Individual Professional – Mid-Sized Nonprofit (budget $1-5 million)\n$650:  Student (student ID required) & Small Nonprofit (budget < $1 million) \n \n(you will be directed to our sister site top-training.net to process your registration and secure payment)
URL:https://greatplains.top/event/january-24-25-top-facilitation-methods-in-person/
LOCATION:Interstates\, 4701 W Research Dr\, Sioux Falls\, SD\, 57107\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Facilitation Training,South Dakota,State,ToP Facilitation Methods
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Beranek":MAILTO:john@intersections.group
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