A Closer Look at Different Types of Facilitated Workshops

"You mentioned that there are different types of workshops, can you give some examples?"

Great question!

Workshops that typically need facilitation include:

1?? Strategic Planning Workshop

Example:

Company A is planning its 5-year growth strategy. A facilitator leads sessions to identify key market opportunities, analyse internal strengths and weaknesses, and create a strategic roadmap.

2?? Problem-Solving Workshop

Example:

The IT department faces recurring issues with system downtime. A facilitator conducts a workshop to analyse the root causes and develop actionable solutions.

3?? Ideation Workshop

Example:

A product development team needs fresh ideas for a new product. A facilitator organises an ideation workshop, guiding the team through various creative exercises to generate and evaluate ideas.

4?? Team-Building Workshop

Example:

A newly formed project team requires better collaboration. A facilitator conducts a team-building workshop involving exercises that enhance communication and trust among team members.

5?? Training and Development Workshop

Example:

Company B wants to improve its leadership successors. A facilitator leads a workshop on leadership skills, using role-plays, discussions, and case studies to enhance learning.

6?? Stakeholder Engagement Workshop

Example:

A government agency wants community input on a new development project. A facilitator runs the workshop to collect feedback, address concerns, and find common ground among stakeholders.

7?? Change Management Workshop

Example:

Company C is implementing a new software system. A facilitator leads a change management workshop to help employees understand the change, reduce resistance, and ensure a smooth transition.

8?? Conflict Resolution Workshop

Example:

Two departments are in conflict over resource allocation. A facilitator leads a workshop to mediate the dispute, helping both sides understand each other’s perspectives and find a mutually acceptable solution.

Although commonly mistaken as the same, number 4?? and number5??are distinctively different in focus.

Also, number 5?? is slightly different from conducting a training session - in such a workshop, the trainer does not come to "teach" by presenting content, he or she aims to get participants to go through some "drills" to develop or polish the skills intended.

Hope this helps.