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Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 208. A Conversation With My Dad feat. Aneurin Hughes (Weekend Rewind)
Todayās episode is one thatās incredibly special to meāitās a conversation with my dad, Anari Hughes.Youāll hear me give him a proper intro in the recording, but hereās some extra context: Dad is a retired civil engineer, but the impact heās had on peopleāboth professionally and personallyāis far from retired. When he finished up work, we threw him a surprise retirement party. I got to run a panel at the event, and I also secretly reached out to his former colleagues and mates from Wales to record a tribute video. S...
2025-07-26
30 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“195. How I built a custom app with zero code (and you can, too)
This episode is a little different ā itās a behind-the-scenes walkthrough of a live experiment I ran last week. If youāre subscribed to my Friday Substack, you may have already seen the video, but even without the visuals, I think thereās so much value in hearing the thinking behind what I built.So, whatās this episode about?Iām showing you my first foray into vibe coding ā a fancy name for talking out your ideas and having AI turn them into working software.No code. No developer. Just your voice + some friction...
2025-07-13
09 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“165. How to get paid to be yourself feat. Alan Weiss (Weekend Rewind)
Welcome to this Weekend Rewind edition of Talk the Walk ā where coffee meets conversation and martinis mix with mindset shifts.In this episode, we explore a bold (and slightly cheeky) question: Can you really get paid to be yourself?Alan Weiss ā aka the Rockstar of Consulting ā says yes, and he should know. From flat tires on Bentleys to 17-day certifications crammed into a weekend, Alan shares hilarious and hard-hitting stories about value, visibility, and self-worth.Inside this episode:Why "authenticity" is more than a buzzword (and how most people get it wro...
2025-06-13
30 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“146. The rise of vibe marketing and the fall of LinkedIn?
Happy Monday! Today Iām riffing on a recent episode of Greg Isenbergās Startup Ideas podcast that had my brain buzzing. I love how freely Greg and his guests share what theyāre experimenting withāthis time, it was all about using AI agents to automate āvibe marketing.āBasically, itās like this: You prompt an agent to research top-performing content, write posts in your voice (as a conversion copywriter, no less!), and publish across platforms like LinkedIn or X⦠completely hands-off. Sounds wild, right?While Iām intrigued by the idea (and Iāll be testing it thi...
2025-05-25
06 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“140. Leanne's obnoxious business model pyramid
In todayās episode, Iām recapping my experience speaking at the Queensland Association of Collaborative Practiceās annual conference. It was an absolute honour to be the only non-lawyer on stage. But also, it gave me a chance to bring a fresh perspective to a room of highly skilled professionals.I kick things off by explaining what collaborative practice actually isābecause honestly, I only found out about it a couple of years ago, and I wish more people knew it existed. Itās a more human, client-led way to navigate things like separation or divorce, without th...
2025-05-19
06 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“111. Leanneās lazy way to make dreams feel real
While prepping for my Everest Base Camp and Lobuche Peak adventure, I went on a long, hilly walk by the river, audiobook in ears ā Jim Rohnās entire audio library. It's so good! And it reminded me of a simple but powerful project I did over the long weekend: repainting my office.Not exactly life-changing, right? But it was a masterclass in turning a tiny idea into something tangible ā with the help of imagination and modern tools.So, I share how:A boring Zoom background sparked a small but meaningful projectI used ChatGPTās image ge...
2025-04-20
06 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“89. 18+ ways to score international work gigs feat. Alan Weiss (Weekend Rewind)
Leanne Hughes and Alan Weiss unpack exactly how to score international gigsāwithout needing to be āfamous,ā have a publisher, or move countries. From leaving your book at the front desk of a Thai hotel, to speaking at global conferences (even for free), this conversation covers everything you actually need to build a global practice.Whether youāre a consultant, coach, speaker or someone who just wants more stamps in their passport and paid work, this episode gives you the playbook.What we cover:Our first international gigs and how they really happened...
2025-03-29
29 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“75. How to get out of your own head feat. Leanne Hughes on the Flourishing Unfiltered podcast (Weekend Rewind)
In this special Weekend Rewind episode, Leanne Hughes flips the script! Instead of replaying an interview where she's the host, she shares an episode from Flourishing Unfiltered, where Dr. Maike Neuhaus and Kerrin Smith interview her. This conversation dives deep into bold decision-making, overcoming self-doubt, and the power of taking actionāfast. Leanne also shares never-before-told stories, including the moment that kick-started her First Time Facilitator podcast and how she reframes setbacks into opportunities.Whether youāre a solopreneur, a corporate leader, or just some...
2025-03-15
47 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“69. Get Roasted by Leanne
Get Roasted by Leanne (only available til 12 March)A few months ago, I posted in a private consultantās forum, looking for small tweaks or ideas to improve something I was working on. It was just an innocent post. I went to bed, woke up feeling greatācoffee in hand, post-run highāuntil I checked my email. My heart sank. The feedback I received overnight? Brutal. Unexpectedly harsh. And, honestly, I took it personally.If youāve been listening to this podcast, you know Iām a happy-go-lucky person. But this? This sat with me. For hours...
2025-03-09
07 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“56. Panel Party: Leanneās secret 4Ps for hosting panel conversations
Today, I share my personal framework that has helped me host engaging and lively panel discussions. I break it down into four essential parts that I call the 4Ps. By the end of our chat, youāll see how a bit of preparation and a clear vision can make all the difference.1. PhilosophyI start by explaining how having a strong vision and clear values sets the tone for your panel. I talk about why balancing diverse viewpoints and keeping the audienceās interests front and centre matters to you and...
2025-02-24
10 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“55. Leanne's (boring) way to manage overwhelm
Hey there! Today's episode is super fresh because I've been actively putting these strategies into practice. I want to share with you my process for dealing with overwhelm, and how I've discovered that treating everything as a project brings amazing clarity.What Overwhelm Feels Like For MeYou know those moments when you're in the shower, driving, or trying to sleep, and suddenly remember "Oh no, I didn't contact that person!" or "I forgot to respond to that email!"? When these micro-reminders keep popping up, that's my sign that overwhelm is creeping in. When I'm...
2025-02-23
08 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“45. 34 things Leanne loves: A Valentineās Day celebration of the little things that make life sweet
Happy Valentineās Day! In todayās episode, I share a heartwarming list of 34 things she absolutely loves ā some big, some small, but all of them bringing her joy. From the perfect first sip of coffee to the thrill of a spontaneous upgrade, Leanne reflects on the everyday moments that make life sweet.This episode is all about appreciating the little things ā whether itās a fast Wi-Fi connection, the perfect avocado on toast, or the joy of inside jokes that never get old. Leanne also touches on the importance...
2025-02-13
09 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“42. Leanneās (sneaky) tipping strategy
Let's tip (pun intended) typical tipping practices on its head. I'll share with you my personal journey, from working in pubs in the UK to how a hefty tip changed my own service approach. Learn why pre-tipping can act as an insurance policy for great service, how it flips the power dynamic in your favour, and why this rare strategy will make you stand out. I'll also touch on the importance of showing respect and generosity, especially in challenging times for the hospitality industry...
2025-02-10
05 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“40. Pivoting into public speaking feat. Jenny Blake (Weekend Rewind)
In this Weekend Rewind, host Leanne Hughes shares an enriching conversation with Jenny Blake, an influential figure in her career.Join Jenny Blake's incredible Substack: Rolling in D'Oh. Jenny, a renowned author and career strategist, discusses her experience working at Google and her transition to consulting. They dive into Jenny's latest book 'Free Time: Lose the Busy Work, Love Your Business' and the impactful concepts from her previous book 'Pivot'. Youāll discover Jennyās practical tips on public spea...
2025-02-08
32 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 29. Wait, does Leanne love Luke Combs?
In today's episode, I share an off-brand adventure she embarked on by attending a Luke Combs concert. Despite initially disliking the artist, grew to love his music over time. This episode highlights the power of live events, the joy of pursuing passions, and the importance of seizing spontaneous opportunities. Discover what makes Luke Combs stand out (according to Leanne). Links Mentioned:Luke Combs & Tracy Chapman Grammy PerformanceNY Times piece about the performance...
2025-01-28
09 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 23. Anti-ghosting executive orders
Join Leanne in Sriracha, Thailand, as she discusses one of President Donald Trump's executive orders with a focus on the federal hiring process and merit reform. (Btw, thank you to Megan Bickle for sharing this site with me: https://www.ghostedd.com/)Leanne emphasises the importance of communication during job applications, drawing from her experiences and highlighting new mandates to decrease hiring times to under 80 days and improve feedback to candidates. Reflect on how these changes could reduce anxiety for job seekers and consider...
2025-01-22
08 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 19. Driving Sustainable Ambition with Kathy Oneto (Weekend Rewind)
In this episode, Leanne Hughes chats with Kathy Oneto, branding expert and host of the Sustainable Ambition podcast. Kathy shares her philosophy of crafting fulfilling work while living a meaningful life, using a decade-to-decade lens. She challenges the concept of work-life balance and offers a more sustainable framework for aligning career ambitions with personal values.Kathy reflects on her own career transitions, explores why curiosity matters more than passion, and explains how tuning into yourself is the first step to navigating change. This conversation is packed with practical advice...
2025-01-18
30 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 18. āTraining has seven meanings and education isn't one of them with Alan Weiss (never released!)
In this previously unreleased episode of Talk the Walk, Leanne Hughes and Alan Weiss dive into the provocative topic of training versus education. They unpack why the training industry often falls short of delivering measurable outcomes and explore the deeper distinction between teaching skills and fostering intrinsic motivation.Alan shares his unique perspective on the inefficacies of the training industry, critiques common practices like "one-day resilience sessions," and provides actionable insights on embedding skills and creating accountability post-training.Leanne reflects on her experiences as a facilitator and discusses the importance...
2025-01-17
22 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 6. Your not-to-do-list
In this episode, Leanne Hughes dives into the concept of a 'not-to-do list,' an activity inspired by Tim Ferris that helps outline tasks and commitments you want to avoid in the future. Leanne walks you through setting up this list using your calendar, noting which activities sparked joy and which ones didn't. She shares personal reflections about how her list evolved over the years and how blocking time around major commitments has enhanced her productivity and work-life balance. Key takeaways include the importance...
2025-01-05
11 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 5. Becoming Indistractable with Nir Eyal (Weekend Rewind)
Leanne Hughes welcomes Nir Eyal, author of 'Indistractible,' to discuss his journey and the importance of mastering focus in our distraction-filled world. Nir shares his career trajectory, from founding tech companies to exploring behavioural design, leading to his seminal work on building healthy habits with 'Hooked.'Nir emphasises that all human behaviour aims to alleviate discomfort, whether stemming from internal or external triggers. He introduces 'timeboxing' as a strategy to align our schedule with our values and make purposeful use of our time. He also discusses workplace culture, the importance of planning...
2025-01-04
49 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 4. Making 2025 fantastic with Alan Weiss (Weekend Rewind)
Leanne Hughes catches up with Alan Weiss to discuss strategies for making 2025 an exceptional year. Alan shares his wisdom on building self-esteem, leveraging globalisation, and the importance of focusing on cash flow. You'll learn why he dismisses New Year's resolutions in favour of agility, and his views on the significance of branding and creating new intellectual property. They also touch on profound change factors such as shifting demographics, new technology, and evolving social mores. Whether it's tips on scaling...
2025-01-03
36 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 3. One weird health tip Leanne swears by (and why you should, too!)
Okay, here I am unveiling a very unconventional yet life-changing health tip that has sparked a lot of curiosity and debate. With a full night's rest under my belt, I'm ready to share what I've changed in my sleep routine and how this practice has significantly improved my sleep quality and overall wellbeing, even though it does make me look a bit strange.Are you ready to transform your sleep habits? Tune in!Also here are those books I mention:
2025-01-02
10 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 2. Declutter your 2025
In this episode, Leanne Hughes discusses effective ways to plan ambitiously for 2025 by starting the year on a light note. Inspired by Jesse Itzler's approach, she emphasises the importance of physical and mental decluttering. Leanne shares her own experiences of decluttering her office, wardrobe, car, and email inbox, highlighting how reducing unnecessary items and organizing spaces can foster a light, adaptive mindset. She also touches on setting up her office to have distinct zones for different activities, such as recording podcasts and writing.Listeners ar...
2025-01-01
07 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 1. What's your misogi?
Leanne Hughes kicks off her daily podcast series, committing to 365 episodes in 2025. In the inaugural episode, she expresses gratitude to listeners and invites them to share their thoughts and questions. Inspired by the concept of Misogi, a Japanese ritual for purification and renewal, Hughes embarks on this podcasting challenge as her own Misogi for 2025. She shares insights from Jesse Itzler's discussion on the My First Million podcast, also highlighting the importance of thrilling, important, and daunting goals that Michael Bungay Stanier shares in his...
2024-12-31
11 min
Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes
š“ 0.5 How I selected this podcast name (and moved off the Hesitation Station)
Leanne Hughes takes you through her thought process on selecting a name for her upcoming podcast, set for release in 2025.You'll hear about her initial hesitation and how she gathered opinions through social media polls, weighing options like 'Leanne on Demand' and 'Let's Take This Outside.' Learn about the influence of her friends and the final decision that led her to embrace 'Leanne on Demand.' Here's the podcast Julian Mather recommended on the Prof G show: People are the new brands.
2024-12-29
07 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF251: How we sold out our event in 24 hours (Behind the scenes of How to Face Change) with solo reflections from Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageHost Leanne Hughes takes you behind the scenes of the recent "How to Face Change" event she co-hosted with Michael Bungay Stanier (MBS).Ā From brainstorming ideas, locking in the perfect venue, to manufacturing demand for tickets, Leanne spills all the details on how they turned a bold idea into an unforgettable experience.Expect candid reflections, actionable tips, and a whole lot of fun as Leanne shares the highs, challenges, and big wins from this Brisbane-based event.What Youāll Learn in This Episode:How...
2024-09-09
24 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF242: 5 Workshop Hacks Using ChatGPT with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageTune in to discover how to design fast and deliver strong without the stress...using Chat GPT!In this episode, host Leanne Hughes discusses five ways she uses chat GPT to improve and enhance her workshop experiences and delivery. She shares examples of how she uses Chat GPT for image creation, generating questions, creating case studies, generating frameworks, and coming up with attractive titles for her workshops. You'll also hear some personal updates and experiences related to her work.How are you using it to supercharge your...
2024-01-21
19 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF241: Leanne Hughesā Unofficial 2023 Annual Report
Send Leanne a messageLeanne Hughesā 2023 Annual Report podcast/video episode, where I share my favourite UNOFFICIAL business metrics, and quarter by quarter highlights/lessons learnt.Some of my unofficial metrics include:š # of countries visitedš Clients I loved partnering withš New topics exploredš Messages about the book and its impactĀ š How often did I wake up, look at my calendar and get excited about the day?What unofficial metrics do you like to report on at the end of the year?Offers launched:Book: The 2-Hour Workshop BlueprintSentient StrategyLeanne Hughesā Red Carpet Experienc...
2023-12-11
31 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF238 How to start a workshop: Which comes first - content or an activity? with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageWelcome back to another episode with your host, Leanne Hughes. I received a listener question from my friend, Juraj Holub and thought I'd share my thoughts on the show.Here's the question:I'm thinking about the flow of a session.Let me share more details.Ā Goal: I'd like the workshop participants to practice and learn "how to open a presentation."Option A:- Participants go first and deliver their opening to their current best capabilities.Ā - We debrief each opening (Wh...
2023-11-14
17 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF236: How I organise my facilitator materials to speed up workshop design with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageWelcome to another episode of the First Time Facilitator podcast, where your host, Leanne Hughes, goes solo, diving deep into the Keep section of the SPARK framework, a crucial element of her book, "The Two Hour Workshop Blueprint," now available on Audible.Key Takeaways:Continuous Improvement: Learn about the importance of reflecting on what worked well in your past workshops and what didn't, to continuously improve and design more effectively for future sessions.Personal Organisation: Leanne shares her personal system of organising facilitator materialsLeveraging...
2023-10-23
19 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF234: Behind the Mic: My Co-MC and Committee Reflections with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageIn this solo episode, host Leanne Hughes reflects on the world of event planning, MCing, and the unforeseen challenges that can arise during a charity event.Watch the YouTube videoHighlights:Committee Dynamics: The initial stages of planning, the process of narrowing down nominees, and how this committee stood out from typical group projects.Communication Platforms: The value of asynchronous communication, the prominence of WhatsApp, and the advantages of immediate messaging.Roles & Responsibilities: Discovering personal strengths, navigating through responsibilities, and how to tweak and adjust pre-existing...
2023-10-09
19 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF232: The Power of Frameworks + How to Gift Wrap Your Expertise with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageHow do you design fast? You create an underpinning framework! In today's episode, host Leanne Hughes shares why she loves frameworks SO MUCH, and some ideas on how to create your own.Watch the video on YouTube.Key TakeawaysGift Wrapping Information: Organising and packaging information in a way that's digestible and actionable.Overcoming Fears: You don't need a PhD or decades of experience to create a useful framework.Case Study - Pivot by Jenny Blake: A framework for career...
2023-09-25
20 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF226: Stamp Out Boring Workshops with Leanne Hughes and Prina Shah
Send Leanne a messageWelcome to a podcast swap! I was a guest on the delightful Prina Shah's podcast, Ways to Change the Workplace recently, and the episode had such wonderful reviews/feedback, I thought I'd bring it onto this feed!What are some common mistakes that workshop facilitators make that lead to boring workshops?Ā How can workshop facilitators create a safe and inclusive environment where all participants feel comfortable sharing their ideas and opinions?What are some creative approaches to workshop design that can help break up the monotony of traditional lecture-style presentations?A...
2023-08-14
37 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF225: World-Class Speaking Dreams: My Pre-Conference Anticipation with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageIn today's episode, your host Leanne Hughes delves deep into her journey as a participant and her experiences leading up to a world-class speaking conference in Hobart. She also touches upon the significance of mindset in the world of speaking, facilitation, and beyond.She also touches upon the significance of mindset in the world of speaking, facilitation, and beyond.What you will learn:The importance of setting the right pre-conference expectations and the art of crafting a powerful pre-event experience.How the location of an event...
2023-08-06
21 min
First Time Facilitator
Finding x-factor ideas through everyday experiences with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageWoo hoo! Fun, pop-up, unedited episode that I felt compelled to jump in and record on a beautiful Brisbane winter day.Today, I share an exciting example from a conference she recently worked on and how we incorporated something unpredictable, based on a fairly predictable conversation :)Ā What You Will Learn:How to find inspiration in everyday moments and translate them into your workshop design. Leanne shares her personal experiences and interesting anecdotes that sparked unique ideas.How to incorporate X-Factor ideas into your workshops to make t...
2023-07-22
15 min
First Time Facilitator
FTF218: 5 parallels between book and workshop design with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageToday I'm chatting to you from my living room (watch the YouTube version)!In this episode, Leanne Hughes explores the parallels between writing a book and designing a workshop. She shares her journey in the creation of her upcoming book, 'The Two Hour Workshop Blueprint,' highlighting her learnings, challenges, and the rewarding process of capturing her years of facilitating experience.Listen to Leanne unpack these conversational riffs:Decision-making demystified: What are the crucial forks in the road when designing a workshop and writing a book?
2023-06-19
24 min
First Time Facilitator
How to Chair A 2-Day Conference with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageHey there! I wanted to take this solo episode to share some insights from my recent experiences.Ā Last week, I had the opportunity to chair a two-day conference in Malaysia where I was brought in to run a session on corporate strategy. But then I got invited to be the chairperson for the entire two days. So I wanted to share some of the insights I learned from that experience.I also attended Andy's Talent Management Development think tank conference in California, where I met so many incredible people. I...
2023-03-13
27 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL39: Getting great people to work for you (Two by Tuesday) with Leanne Hughes
In this week's Two by Tuesday, Leanne shares some ideas on what you should focus on to both attract and retain great people to your business.If phrases like "The Great Resignation" or "Quiet Quitting" are resonating for you as a business owner/founder or CEO, you might be curious to find out what you should focus on next. Enjoy the breakdown!P.s. Here's the other Two by Tuesday I refer to: Should I stay or leave my job: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cER_kY8FeEI'd love to see...
2022-09-26
09 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL37: Your gift to your future self (Sunday morning reflections) with Leanne Hughes
Good morning from a Sunday morning from my living room couch! I've had a wonderful start to the day and thought I'd jump on here to share a really cool thing this year to help me grow, retain information and percolate some great ideas.I didn't think it was an x-factor idea until I started telling a couple other people, and they saw the novelty in it - so, here you go!Here are some things I mention on the show:Hello AudioLeanne Hughes' Top 39 most-clicked listLeanne Hughes' newsletter
2022-09-18
34 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL35: How responsive is your business? Two by Tuesday with Leanne Hughes
We all know that change is accelerating, everyday. Yet, most companies stick to the traditional ways of creating their business strategy that takes weeks, if not months to formulate, then by the time it's released, it's already obsolete!In this week's Two by Tuesday, I share the Sentient StrategyĀ® approach. I'm certified to deliver Sentient StrategyĀ® by Alan Weiss, and I've found it a super refreshing, rapid response type way to help companies formulate their strategy.In this episode, I share the two key components and provide examples to help you identify where you, or yo...
2022-08-29
09 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL32: Leanne Hughes on Waffles & Whisky
Earlier this week, I jumped in the car and visited a studio in Brisbane to record a YouTube livestream, for my friend Gerald Pauschmann's YouTube Channel, Waffles & Whiskey.Gerald has been live-streaming for 158 days! I've taken excerpts of the conversation and popped them on the podcast, as we cover topics on leaving your job, starting a business, validation,Ā dreaming up your vision, and so much more.It's just cool being part of a live-stream experience and seeing how Gerald embraces his community.Enjoy the listen!I'd love to see you in C...
2022-08-12
37 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL29: Your employee engagement surveys are leading to divorce. Hereās what to do instead with Leanne Hughes
Two weeks ago, I posted a mini rant on LinkedIn. A ton of people commented and also messaged me privately afterwards, with their experiences with employee engagement surveys.Iāve expanded on the thoughts here in this article and also share some alternatives on what you can do, instead.I'm curious, what's your experience been with these type of surveys? Let me know in the comments.Here's what I heard publicly:Ā āThese employee engagement surveys always seem such tick box exercises, it's hard to get passionate about them. I also dislike the fact...
2022-07-25
12 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL21: Hawaii Work Trip Reflections with Leanne Hughes
Aloha! I've just returned from a week in Kauai with my fellow Alan Weiss Growth Cycle group. What better way to reflect on what we discussed and learnt over there, than by a quick, solo episode. Oh, of course I also reflect on Kauai as a travel destination (spoiler alert: it's awesome).Here are some things I shared in the episode:My bi-weekly Two by Tuesday newsletterThe Calf-Path by Sam FossInstagram post with my Top 10 Kauai tipsI'd love to see you in California in Feb 2023!Find out all the details about the...
2022-06-10
23 min
First Time Facilitator
Hawaii Solopreneur Trip Reflections with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageAloha! I've just returned from a week in Kauai with my fellow Alan Weiss Growth Cycle group. What better way to reflect on what we discussed and learnt over there, than by a quick, solo episode. Oh, of course I also reflect on Kauai as a travel destination (spoiler alert: it's awesome).Ā Ā Here are some things I shared in the episode:My bi-weekly Two by Tuesday newsletterThe Calf-Path by Sam FossInstagram post with my Top 10 Kauai tipsJump on the waitlist for the only live Booked Out Facilitator program this year...
2022-06-10
23 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL18: 35 Travel Hacks to Help You Hit the Tarmac Running
After being stuck in our homes due to the sudden hit of the pandemic, people are now traveling as much as they could, wanting to celebrate that theyāre now able to take in outdoor air. And yes, even I have been traveling a lot these days. Itās now time for my #revengetravel!Going to places brings me a lot of joy. Flying to explore the world is one of the things I breathe for. But recently, I noticed lots of hectic lineups at the airport, with people having a hard time as they go on boar...
2022-05-16
36 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL14: How can you inspire change in your business? Two by Tuesday with Leanne Hughes
How can you get buy-in for your change initiatives and ideas? Well, this might be controversial but I suggest you don't. Don't try to get buy-ins, instead, attract pre-orders instead. How do you do that? I share my ideas in this week's Two by Tuesday.The two elements I unpack are Vision and the Journey.Watch as I unpack it on YouTube.Two by Tuesday is a weekly segment on Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large Podcast (https://podcast.leannehughes.com)Subscribe to Leanne's weekly mailout: https://leannehughes.com/subscribe
2022-04-25
09 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL09: Do you pass the free time Fiji test (Two by Tuesday with Leanne Hughes)
The Fiji Test: If you, or any of your team members were to get whisked off to a three-week surprise vacation, with no devices and no ability to give notice, could the rest of the team seamlessly step in and take over the role?Ā To celebrate the release of Jenny Blake's new book, Free Time: Lose the Busywork, Love Your Business, I've dedicated this Two by Tuesday to mapping out what the Free Time process looks like, based on two elements (Time vs Reward)... yes, I sneakily borrowed the idea from the famous Effort: Reward ratio!
2022-03-21
11 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL06: Two Friends Reflect on Shane Warne: The Aussie Cricketer Who Lived Large with James Carpenter and Leanne Hughes
I wasnāt expecting to bring you this episode today but I woke up this morning to the news that Australian cricketing legend, Shane Warne died overnight at the age of 52.Hey, you can also watch this conversation on YouTube.If I had to select anyone to be the face of the message behind the premise of this show (Work and Live Large), it would be Shane Warne.So, who better to reflect on the life of Warnie, than spin-bowler and cricketing tragic, James Carpenter (JC).Ā When I lived in Broome, WA...
2022-03-05
25 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL02: Should you stay or should you go? (Two by Tuesday)
Welcome to the first Two by Tuesday!Ā In this format, Leanne Hughes creates a 2 x 2 matrix to explain a new concept, idea, or help you to solve a problem. Today's problem is: Should you stay, or should you leave your current job?Ā Leanne Hughes' shares some conditions around this, using Hertzberg's motivators and also indicates the two items you should optimise for - alignment and growth potential.Ā What do you think? What's missing? Share your comments!Ā Two by Tuesday is also available as a weekly format on the podcast, Leanne Hughes' Work...
2022-02-21
09 min
First Time Facilitator
Announcement - Leanne's New Podcast: Work and Live Large
Send Leanne a messageIt's finally here!You can find out all about my new show (and my recent trip to Las Vegas) on my new podcast which is called: Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large.Please help out! Hit subscribe, share it on socials, send me feedback on what you think.I'd love to hear from you!Leanneps. You can search for the show in your favourite podcast apps, or simply visit Leanne Hughes' Work and Live LargeIf you're nodding along to...
2022-02-21
03 min
Leanne Hughes' Work and Live Large
WALL 01: What happens in Las Vegas, Leanne shares in this episode
Two weeks ago, I spontaneously hopped on a plane to attend a workshop in Las Vegas, run by the Million Dollar Consultant, Alan Weiss.The premise behind this podcast has actually EVERYTHING to do with this trip, and the importance of disrupting yourself.Episode 1 is a combination episode - introducing you to the show (thank you for being here!) and also giving you the behind the scenes glance of my whirlwind trip across the Pacific Ocean.In this episode, I share:What the new show is about!The reasons behind making the...
2022-02-21
28 min
First Time Facilitator
Content curation is key, be intentional! Charles Hsuan interviews Leanne Hughes (Episode 206)
Send Leanne a messageI'm flying to Las Vegas tomorrow! I booked my flights a few days ago. Why? Life is too short and YOLO. The reason I'm sharing that with you, is because it's a theme that strongly underpins this #friendsoffirsttimefacilitator conversation with Charles Hsuan from Flying Kite.Charles chats to Leanne about her childhood. She relays how her natural penchant for planning awesome birthday parties as a kid blossomed into a fully-fledged business. Leanne also shares how her mixed upbringing taught her the value of time. She translates this to what she offers...
2022-02-09
39 min
First Time Facilitator
2020 Leanne Talks Virtual Workshop Facilitation with Andy Storch #friendsoffirsttimefacilitator (Episode 205)
Send Leanne a messageThe legend that is Andy Storch, invited me as a guest speaker as part of his Talent Development Virtual Summit in 2020. I'm sharing this with you as a #friendsoffirsttimefacilitator replay episode because it really captures the essence of that time.I listened back to this episode and it made me smile and reflect on what we were all going through in 2020 as workshop facilitators and trainers: Making that transition from face-to-face, to virtual sessions. Now, it's second nature. Back then - not so much!About todayās host: An...
2022-02-03
32 min
First Time Facilitator
The Ideal Facilitation Space: Leanne Hughes and Lisa Evans #friendsoffirsttimefacilitator #204
Send Leanne a messageThe word facilitation comes from the Latin root āfacilitisā which means: something that is done easily.In todayās day and age where there are more online meetings, workshops, trainings, and webinars, itās vital to have someone in the room to create engagement and ensure a smooth flow of the program to ensure a great outcome is achieved.Ā In this episode, Leanne Hughes ā expert facilitator, podcast host, and speaker, shares with us her expertise on what it takes to be an effective facilitator, how to manage expectations when facilitatin...
2022-01-27
34 min
First Time Facilitator
How To Monetise Your Personal Brand: Leanne Hughes and Petra Zink (#friendsoffirsttimefacilitator) #203
Send Leanne a messageHello friends! Over the next few weeks, I'm sharing podcast episode where I've been the guest! Today, you're listening to an epic conversation I had on my friend Petra Zink's podcast, Your Brand, Your Future.Quick announcements:Join the Booked Out Facilitator on demand program (email hello@leannehughes.com)Check out Beyond Bureaucracy - I'm partnering with Brendon Baker on a program to help you ignite lasting change in your organisationSubscribe to my newsletterGrab Petra's new book: Trusted AuthorityJoin The Flipchart community on FacebookShow notes for today...
2022-01-20
35 min
First Time Facilitator
The finale with Leanne Hughes + listeners (Episode 200)
Send Leanne a messageWhat can I say that hasnāt already been said?Thereās a temptation because itās the last show to try to share something thatās the most valuable thing, that summarises the last 200 weeks of my life.Ā Then perspective hits and I realise, thatās nothing I can really say in āone final episodeā to summarise two-hundred weeks of conversations, content creation, Monday deadlines, audio editing, posting on social media, laughs, workshops, travel, Covid, etc. Ā Some key things:Yes! I will be starting something new, Iām still w...
2021-11-15
50 min
First Time Facilitator
A reflection extravaganza: What happens when youāre no longer a First Time Facilitator? Jan Szmanda interviews Leanne Hughes (Episode 197)
Send Leanne a messageOooh⦠this episode is a watershed moment. I make a big announcement.Ā Back in episode 50, I gave the podcast microphone to my colleague and friend Sean Lavin to interview on the show, to reflect on what iād learnt both personally and professionally from the show.Itās now 147 episodes (and weeks!) later. I think Iāve grown up a little. My perspective has changed, so I thought it was a fitting moment to sit back into the guest seat and reflect on that journey, while also sharing a pretty ma...
2021-10-25
49 min
First Time Facilitator
Sneak peak of the Booked Out Facilitator podcast with Leanne Hughes (Episode 194)
Send Leanne a messageI've loved bringing out a private podcast to listeners this week! If you've missed it, listen to this episode and if you want to dive deeper, you need to jump over to bookedoutfacilitator.com to register for the show. It self destructs on 4 October.In this minisode, I share the three key ingredients to booking out your facilitation business.This episode sets the stage for the week, highlighting the three key areas you need to focus on.Doors close for the final, live round of Booked Out...
2021-10-02
28 min
First Time Facilitator
No one watches your webinar replays! 7 reasons your program and business needs a private podcast with Leanne Hughes (Episode 189)
Send Leanne a messageI'm handing you an idea today that's worth at least $10k, and this idea applies to you whether youāre a consultant working externally, you work internally as a leader, as a director, as a Comms or L&D expert.I donāt know about you but I often sign up to online webinars, events, courses, programs, [fill in the blank here] with incredible motivation.As I take out my credit card to pay I say, āThis is the program Iām going to engage in. I donāt care if it...
2021-08-30
24 min
First Time Facilitator
Let's use our facilitation superpowers on ourselves! with Kate Peardon (Episode 183)
Send Leanne a messageThis week, Iām excited to introduce you to a fellow facilitator in south-east Queensland, Australia: Kate Peardon from Zenith Journey.In this conversation, I throw many questions at Kate because Iām fascinated in her experience using visuals in her work as a way to form connections, increase memory retention and even decrease anxiety (particularly when talking about a heated topic!).The theme of unconscious incompetence as that bottom rung on the ladder of learning also is a common theme in this chat, as we realise that weāre alw...
2021-07-19
40 min
First Time Facilitator
What Iāve learnt from hosting 3.5 hour virtual workshops with Leanne Hughes (Episode 181)
Send Leanne a message12 months ago, there is no way I would have committed to delivering 3.5 hour virtual workshops. I thought it was virtually impossible to keep up my own energy and engagement for that length of time.This year however, I worked with a client on revamping our 3 day leadership program.Ā We sliced it to 4 x 3.5 hour modules. Iāve been delivering these sessions over the last few months, and Iāve learnt a ton from the experience.Thatās what Iām sharing this week on the podcast!Don't forget to join T...
2021-07-05
30 min
First Time Facilitator
Workshops that spread like wildfire (and book you out in the process) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 176)
Send Leanne a messageFree masterclass 16 June > Steal my Booked Out Facilitator framework to land repeatable workshop bookingsThis week, I'm continuing the momentum from last week's solo episode, and responding to a listener question about how to create momentum and drive word of mouth, so that you can book out more workshops.Hereās the question I received this week:"Hello! I have no idea how to turn our initial client workshop into multiple ones.Our clients and participants loved the day, and we have a few months of fo...
2021-06-07
20 min
First Time Facilitator
How to decide what you (and your facilitation business) actively pursues with Leanne Hughes (Episode 175)
Send Leanne a messageToday is a solo, just in time episode, on something that Iāve probably been a bit shy in sharing.However, when Iāve been on listening tours, and spoken to you, and even now in my foundation round of my new online program, Booked Out Facilitator, it seems a common challenge I hear is that itās really hard to decide (and then define) what you actually do.This actually comes to life more so when you start messaging and promoting and website building.Itās not a me...
2021-05-31
38 min
First Time Facilitator
Out of the box facilitation + business building with Jimbo Clark (Episode 174)
Send Leanne a messageWhat I love about my conversation with todayās guest is his knack and ability for jumping in, trying things, being open for the possibilities.Ā I think thatās an incredibly important facilitator skill and he demonstrates it, not only with the way he runs his business and facilitates workshops, but his life as well!My guest today is Jimbo Clark from Innogreat.In this conversation, Jim also shares how he got started in facilitation and pretty much self-funded his experience, how he facilitates mindset change and reall...
2021-05-24
38 min
First Time Facilitator
How to turn a workshop into a killer keynote speech with Leanne Hughes (Episode 167)
Send Leanne a messageYour workshops are amazing: So amazing that youāve been asked to share your expertise in a keynote presentation! How do you convert your interactive group content, to something that can be delivered from the stage in front of hundreds of people? Thatās the topic I explore today, where I share actionable tips on how I prepare for a keynote speech. Spoiler alert: The first thing I do when designing a speech is to step away from my computer, and go out for a walk! Thanks to Adele Spur...
2021-04-05
31 min
First Time Facilitator
How to get people to show up to your workshops (without saying "It's mandatory") with Leanne Hughes (Episode 162)
Send Leanne a messageāItās mandatoryā - I hear those words, and I involuntarily shudder. Is that what we want our participants feeling before they arrive to our workshops? No! We really canāt control whether someone decides to come along to our workshop, or not, however we can absolutely do our best to influence whether someone wants to come along, and how they feel about joining our session. In this weekās episode, I share 15 tips and strategies you can use as preventative strategies to bolster your workshop attendance rate....
2021-02-28
24 min
First Time Facilitator
How to win friends and influence your online colleagues with Leanne Hughes (Episode 159)
Send Leanne a messageDo you rely on your colleagues to provides input and decisions to move a project forward? Do you find that you're constantly chasing people to get things done, and finding it hard to build relationships because you can't catch up with people in person? Then, this episode is for you. When we used to do things face to face, and I had to chase a colleague for information, I'd head out for a coffee. It was semi-strategic. Iād sit at the coffee shop outside of my co...
2021-02-08
27 min
First Time Facilitator
Facilitate your own change journey using a sprinkling of constructive delusion with Leanne Hughes (Episode 154)
Send Leanne a messageWhatās the role of a facilitator? I think weāre there to stimulate CHANGE. So what better time to talk about making changes than at the start of a new year? As world leading body language Mark Bowden (also previous guest of 2 x First Time Facilitator episodes) says, āAs facilitators, we are the leading signal in the room. People look to us to decide how they should act, think, and feel.ā I think then, that if we want our participants to change, we need to be great at...
2021-01-04
36 min
First Time Facilitator
50 episodes / 50 weeks: Facilitation and business lessons with Leanne Hughes (Episode 150)
Send Leanne a messageWow, Episode 150. How did we get here? In this solo episode, I wanted to reflect on the last 50 weeks (and 50 episodes) and what Iāve learnt both from podcast episodes, from business and also from, well, LIFE in 2020. Hasnāt this year been a great teacher for us all?! I weave between random topics, all linked through some lessons learnt on the show, and how thatās played out in my life and the way that I show up to workshop experiences and clients. Whatās been your big...
2020-12-07
36 min
First Time Facilitator
How to deliver hybrid workshops (sessions with both in-person and virtual participants) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 143)
Send Leanne a messageIn this Flipchart live-stream event, Leanne Hughes answers the following three questions: How do you embed leadership workshop material through coaching sessions held after your workshop? How do you facilitate a hybrid workshop, where you have guests in-person, and guests who dial in? How do you say goodbye and end your virtual workshop, without it being too awkward? Build your facilitation skills: Join The Flipchart, a Facebook community of over 1000 facilitators from all over the world Sign up to Virtually Possible 2.0...
2020-10-18
39 min
First Time Facilitator
What a group fitness class taught me about virtual facilitation with Leanne Hughes (Episode 137)
Send Leanne a messageEver since I spoke to Jacinta Cubis on the show, I've started noticing more facilitation lessons around me, every day. In this week's episode, I share the story of my return to a group fitness class at the gym, and what I learnt about virtual facilitation as a result. Click here to view the show notes. Get on the Virtually Possible 2.0 waitlist Ā If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my written companion: Work Fame ā a weekly Spublication designed to...
2020-09-07
22 min
First Time Facilitator
5 ways to ramp up the energy in your virtual workshops (by being a bit lazy) with Leanne Hughes and Joeri Schilders (Bonus!)
Send Leanne a messageIn this episode, Leanne and Joeri share 5 super simple (some might say, lazy?) ways to keep up the energy in your virtual sessions. This is the audio replay of a really fun webinar we ran on 23 July 2020. Enjoy the webinar? Then, youāre going to love our new program called Virtually Possible Join the Virtually Possible movement (use coupon code PODCAST to get 15% off) Join The Flipchart community on Facebook If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my written companion: ...
2020-07-29
59 min
First Time Facilitator
Taking you back-stage: How to find a collaboration buddy and facilitate a solution with Leanne Hughes (Episode 130)
Send Leanne a messageIām taking you backstage to share how Joeri Schilders and I are collaborating to bring you the Virtually Possible program.Ā With everyone in lockdown, this may be a good time to reach out to someone and put your heads together, to solve a problem. We havenāt really done things the traditional way: We donāt use emails to communicate at all! In this episode, I share details on how you can find someone to collaborate with, what systems/tools you can use to communicate, and how we...
2020-07-20
46 min
First Time Facilitator
How to structure a 60 minute virtual workshop that delights your participants with Leanne Hughes (Episode 127)
Send Leanne a messageThis episode was inspired by a question that came through on The Flipchart community last week from Yishan Chan, host of the Talent Stack podcast. She asked, āHi Leanne, is there a short podcast episode I can share with my workplace on why we need to think differently about how Zoom "show and tell" sessions are run?ā Today I share my approach, mindset, key considerations and structure, on how to deliver a 60 min virtual training session, or workshops - that boosts interaction and engagement. The methods I sh...
2020-06-29
30 min
First Time Facilitator
7/7: What I wish I knew when I started my facilitation business with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageFor the next 7 days, in the lead-up to an epic podcast collaboration episode, Iām releasing a tip every day on the podcast, sharing with you things I wish I knew before I started my facilitation business. This is also your invitation to join as a founding member of my private community, Show.Up (doors open for a week). Show.Up is aĀ community for consultants, facilitators and trainers who want to score amazing opportunities (but donāt know how to market themselves with ease...yet!) Find out more about...
2020-05-11
09 min
First Time Facilitator
6/7: What I wish I knew when I started my facilitation business with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageFor the next 7 days, in the lead-up to an epic podcast collaboration episode, Iām releasing a tip every day on the podcast, sharing with you things I wish I knew before I started my facilitation business. This is also your invitation to join as a founding member of my private community, Show.Up (doors open for a week). Show.Up is aĀ community for consultants, facilitators and trainers who want to score amazing opportunities (but donāt know how to market themselves with ease...yet!) Find out more about...
2020-05-10
11 min
First Time Facilitator
5/7: What I wish I knew when I started my facilitation business with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageFor the next 7 days, in the lead-up to an epic podcast collaboration episode, Iām releasing a tip every day on the podcast, sharing with you things I wish I knew before I started my facilitation business. This is also your invitation to join as a founding member of my private community, Show.Up (doors open for a week). Show.Up is aĀ community for consultants, facilitators and trainers who want to score amazing opportunities (but donāt know how to market themselves with ease...yet!) Find out more about...
2020-05-09
14 min
First Time Facilitator
4/7: What I wish I knew when I started my facilitation business with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageFor the next 7 days, in the lead-up to an epic podcast collaboration episode, Iām releasing a tip every day on the podcast, sharing with you things I wish I knew before I started my facilitation business. This is also your invitation to join as a founding member of my private community, Show.Up (doors open for a week). Show.Up is aĀ community for consultants, facilitators and trainers who want to score amazing opportunities (but donāt know how to market themselves with ease...yet!) Find out more about...
2020-05-08
31 min
First Time Facilitator
3/7: What I wish I knew when I started my facilitation business with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageFor the next 7 days, in the lead-up to an epic podcast collaboration episode, Iām releasing a tip every day on the podcast, sharing with you things I wish I knew before I started my facilitation business. This is also your invitation to join as a founding member of my private community, Show.Up (doors open for a week). Show.Up is aĀ community for consultants, facilitators and trainers who want to score amazing opportunities (but donāt know how to market themselves with ease...yet!) Find out more about...
2020-05-07
12 min
First Time Facilitator
2/7: What I wish I knew when I started my facilitation business with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageFor the next 7 days, in the lead-up to an epic podcast collaboration episode, Iām releasing a tip every day on the podcast, sharing with you things I wish I knew before I started my facilitation business. This is also your invitation to join as a founding member of my private community, Show.Up (doors open for a week). Show.Up is aĀ community for consultants, facilitators and trainers who want to score amazing opportunities (but donāt know how to market themselves with ease...yet!) Find out more about...
2020-05-06
12 min
First Time Facilitator
1/7: What I wish I knew when I started my facilitation business with Leanne Hughes
Send Leanne a messageFor the next 7 days, in the lead-up to an epic podcast collaboration episode, Iām releasing a tip every day on the podcast, sharing with you things I wish I knew before I started my facilitation business. This is also your invitation to join as a founding member of my private community, Show.Up (doors open for a week). Show.Up is aĀ community for consultants, facilitators and trainers who want to score amazing opportunities (but donāt know how to market themselves with ease...yet!) Find out more about...
2020-05-05
10 min
First Time Facilitator
Bonus: How to show up online when youāre dealing with life with Leanne Hughes and Andrew Pitchford
Send Leanne a messageBonus episode coming to you this week. I was invited onto The Morning Kick, a morning huddle hosted by Andrew Pitchford and the team from Excite Media. Last week, I posted on LinkedIn about the double-mindedness we can all go through trying to be authentic at this time and how to be present, real, but have empathy while still being about the business.Ā How many plates are we spinning when we turn up online?Ā Join Andrew and I as we discuss how to show up as a bu...
2020-04-15
19 min
First Time Facilitator
Effective virtual facilitation using Zoom Webinars with Leanne Hughes (Episode 108)
Send Leanne a messageThis is a surprise, pop-up show! I had so many of you asking questions about how to facilitate virtual meetings and webinars, so Iāve created a practical episode, on this very topic this week. It seems like there is more of a demand to do this well, particularly given world events like coronavirus, weāre seeing [ā¦] The post Effective virtual facilitation using Zoom Webinars with Leanne Hughes (Episode 108) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my wri...
2020-03-02
41 min
First Time Facilitator
When do you stop calling yourself a First Time Facilitator? with Leanne Hughes (Episode 104)
Send Leanne a messageWhen do you stop calling yourself a First Time Facilitator? How do you know when youāve graduated to just being a āFacilitatorā? Iāve given a bit of consideration to this and put together my thoughts in this episode. I talk about some key things to stop, start (and continue) doing, for example: Stop apologising when [ā¦] The post When do you stop calling yourself a First Time Facilitator? with Leanne Hughes (Episode 104) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're goi...
2020-02-03
32 min
First Time Facilitator
10 facilitation lessons from the last 100 weeks with Leanne Hughes (Episode 101) + a bonus interview with Murray Guest
Send Leanne a messageThis week on the show sharing my Top 10 facilitation lessons learnt over the last 100 episodes. Iām going to compare the facilitator I was 100 weeks ago, with the facilitator I am now (or who I aspire to be), based on the information Iāve been able to extract from previous guests and experiences. I [ā¦] The post 10 facilitation lessons from the last 100 weeks with Leanne Hughes (Episode 101) + a bonus interview with Murray Guest appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going...
2020-01-13
1h 03
First Time Facilitator
āThat which you can plan is too small for you to liveā: 2019 reflections + 2020 planning with Leanne Hughes (Episode 98)
Send Leanne a messageWeāre closing in to the end of not only a year, but a decade as well. I wanted to take some time out on todayās episode to reflect on the year, and ask some questions to help you reflect, as well as focus in on creating a delightful 2020.Ā In this episode, I share some [ā¦] The post āThat which you can plan is too small for you to liveā: 2019 reflections + 2020 planning with Leanne Hughes (Episode 98) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facili...
2019-12-23
31 min
First Time Facilitator
Reconnecting the dots: How I got started as a facilitator with Leanne Hughes (Episode 94)
Send Leanne a messageIāve often been asked how I started my facilitation journey, how I escaped my 9-5 job and how Iāve landed international training opportunities. I share all of that, and more in this weekās episode! Resources mentioned on the show: Dorie Clarkās Entrepreneurial You self-assessment Michael Bungay-Stanierās book, āDo More Great Workā Jenny Blakeās book, Pivot: [ā¦] The post Reconnecting the dots: How I got started as a facilitator with Leanne Hughes (Episode 94) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilit...
2019-11-25
38 min
First Time Facilitator
Managing hungover participants at workshops + conferences with Leanne Hughes (Episode 90)
Send Leanne a messageThis episode is a bit of fun, may be polarising but the thing is, itās a question Iāve had to ask myself more than a few times ā so when I ask myself a question, I figure that there is at least one other person in the world asking themselves the same things. Letās set [ā¦] The post Managing hungover participants at workshops + conferences with Leanne Hughes (Episode 90) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my written...
2019-10-28
19 min
First Time Facilitator
Tune up your workshop with Leanne Hughes (Episode 86)
Send Leanne a messageThis episode was inspired by the traction I got from a LinkedIn post a few weeks ago, that also got some great response on The Flipchart. The post was about music. Before I share the essence of the post, I donāt think I need to give an explanation on why music is important. I have [ā¦] The post Tune up your workshop with Leanne Hughes (Episode 86) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my written companion: Wo...
2019-09-30
12 min
First Time Facilitator
Forced connections using icebreakers with Leanne Hughes (Episode 83)
Send Leanne a messagePlease donāt read the title of this and think Iām telling you to MAKE people meet each other and force their connections using icebreakers! Thereās a bit more to it in this minisode. Yes, this episode is all about icebreakers and energisers. I feel like I could create literally dozens of episodes on these two [ā¦] The post Forced connections using icebreakers with Leanne Hughes (Episode 83) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my written...
2019-09-09
18 min
First Time Facilitator
The one criteria I use to design and deliver workshops with Leanne Hughes (Episode 81)
Send Leanne a messageSomeone asked me recently, āHey Leanne if there was one word that described your approach and what you find most important in designing and delivering a workshop, what would that word be? āThat word for me is: Contrast. You can call it other words like variety, or even a phrase like āmixing it upā ā [ā¦] The post The one criteria I use to design and deliver workshops with Leanne Hughes (Episode 81) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my writ...
2019-08-26
16 min
First Time Facilitator
Lessons learnt on the road (and on the tarmac) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 79)
Send Leanne a messageIām fresh back in Australia after delivering an intense week-and-a-bit facilitation gig over in Hong Kong. I had a wonderful time and learnt some lessons on the road, that Iād like to share with you. Why? Prevention is better than cure! This trip had it all: Typhoons, civil unrest and a missing credit card! Watch [ā¦] The post Lessons learnt on the road (and on the tarmac) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 79) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going...
2019-08-12
27 min
First Time Facilitator
Flipchart hacks to gain back time with Leanne Hughes (Episode 77)
Send Leanne a messageIn this solo mini-sode, I share an amazing flipchart hack that will help you feel more present, more focused and less-distracted the morning of a workshop.Ā Resources mentioned in this episode Join our community on Facebook called āThe Flipchartā Tim Penceās business, Small Truths Drawing tube from Eckerslyās Connect with Leanne Hughes on LinkedIn The post Flipchart hacks to gain back time with Leanne Hughes (Episode 77) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my written c...
2019-07-29
11 min
First Time Facilitator
How to start a workshop when youāre waiting for people to show up with Leanne Hughes (Episode 73)
Send Leanne a messageI donāt think Iām the only facilitator who has ever had this problem. You want to start your meeting or workshop but there are a few people who are late.Ā What do you do, do you start the meeting, or do you delay? Early on in my career, lacking experience and confidence I said āweād [ā¦] The post How to start a workshop when youāre waiting for people to show up with Leanne Hughes (Episode 73) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First...
2019-06-30
16 min
First Time Facilitator
Conference hacks: What worked at the Clifton Strengths Summit with Leanne Hughes (Episode 71)
Send Leanne a messageThis minisode will be about my experience at the Clifton Strengths conference I recently attended and spoke at in Omaha, Nebraska and I want to share what they did really well. I know that you may either be a manager in an organisation, a L&D person, a facilitation working internally, a facilitator working externally or [ā¦] The post Conference hacks: What worked at the Clifton Strengths Summit with Leanne Hughes (Episode 71) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to...
2019-06-17
23 min
First Time Facilitator
12 Rules for Facilitation: Part III with Leanne Hughes (Episode 62)
Send Leanne a messageIt is here! The final part of my 3 part series for the ā12 Rules for Facilitationā. I was inspired by Dr Jordan Petersonās book, 12 Rules for Life, and thought I could share my thoughts, on rules or a framework that has helped me, and can hopefully help you as a First Time Facilitator. [ā¦] The post 12 Rules for Facilitation: Part III with Leanne Hughes (Episode 62) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my written companion: Work Fame...
2019-04-15
22 min
First Time Facilitator
The ultimate facilitator packing checklist (and how the MOST method saves you energy) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 38)
Send Leanne a messageHow do you go about packing when youāre off to deliver a workshop? Iāve been travelling quite a bit and spending a lot of time and energy packing. Ā I thought it was high time I developed some kind of system or checklist around this because spending time and energy on things that can be automated, [ā¦] The post The ultimate facilitator packing checklist (and how the MOST method saves you energy) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 38) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Fa...
2018-10-29
26 min
First Time Facilitator
7 attributes of a superhero facilitator (and how to rescue a workshop from a fate worse than death) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 36)
Send Leanne a messageWhat does it take to get to get to superhero status in the facilitation game? In this solo episode, Leanne Hughes explores and explains the 7 key attributes she thinks are critical to becoming a superhero facilitator. So, how does a facilitator carry out the responsibilities of a facilitator like a superhero (Lycra optional)? Listen [ā¦] The post 7 attributes of a superhero facilitator (and how to rescue a workshop from a fate worse than death) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 36) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's Fi...
2018-10-15
17 min
First Time Facilitator
Does co-facilitating mean half (or double) the work? with Leanne Hughes (Episode 32)
Send Leanne a messageTodayās episode is all about co-facilitating.Ā Iāve been wondering how to do it more effectively ā particularly if you need to develop the actual content together as well. If youāre handed something off the shelf to deliver, itās a lot easier to co-facilitate- but doing both the development and delivery together sometimes can be a [ā¦] The post Does co-facilitating mean half (or double) the work? with Leanne Hughes (Episode 32) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love...
2018-09-17
19 min
First Time Facilitator
Being comfortable (with feeling uncomfortable) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 27)
Send Leanne a messageUsually on the show I interview amazing facilitators, speakers and leaders but Iām going solo for todayās episode. This is the third solo episode Iāve recorded and these ones are usually spurred on by questions I receive from listeners.Ā The question this week was from a colleague and it was this, āLeanne, how did you [ā¦] The post Being comfortable (with feeling uncomfortable) with Leanne Hughes (Episode 27) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.If you're nodding along to today's First Time Facilitator episode, you're going to love my written...
2018-08-13
19 min