Strategic Meeting Facilitation Training (Atlanta)

Strategic Meeting Facilitation Training
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lunch Break (on your own): 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

This full-day, in-person training is designed for professionals who want to master the art of leading meetings that are intentional, engaging, and results-oriented. Combining proven facilitation strategies with practical meeting management techniques, this session will equip you to lead with confidence whether in person, virtually, or in hybrid formats.

Through a dynamic mix of expert instruction, hands-on role-play, and interactive group work, you will learn how to plan purposeful meetings, manage group dynamics, utilize tools like Microsoft Teams and WebEx effectively, and foster collaboration that leads to action.

What You Will Learn
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply the 7 Fundamentals of Facilitation to any type of meeting
• Plan and execute meetings with clear agendas and measurable outcomes
• Identify and apply the appropriate format (in-person, virtual, or hybrid)
• Lead with confidence and keep participants engaged
• Communicate with clarity, intention, and influence
• Motivate team members and gain buy-in on key decisions
• Manage group dynamics and resolve conflict
• Use digital platforms like MS Teams and WebEx for maximum impact
• Conduct effective follow-up and assign actionable next steps
• Practice real-world facilitation skills through role-play and feedback

Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for:

• Project Managers and Team Leads
• HR and Training Professionals
• Department Managers and Coordinators
• Executive Assistants and Support Staff
• Anyone responsible for leading meetings or facilitating group conversations

Schedule
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Welcome, Objectives, and Icebreaker
9:30 AM – 10:15 AM: Meeting Types, Purposes, and Formats
10:15 AM – 10:25 AM: Morning Break
10:25 AM – 11:15 AM: Planning with Purpose: Agendas, Goals, and Outcomes
11:15 AM – 12:30 PM: Leading with Confidence and Managing Group Dynamics
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch Break (on your own)
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Tools & Technology: MS Teams, WebEx, and Best Practices
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM: Gaining Buy-In and Facilitating Decision Points
2:45 PM – 2:55 PM: Afternoon Break
2:55 PM – 4:00 PM: Role-Play Simulation and Feedback Session

Optional Modules That May Be Included

• Handling Difficult Participants
• Cultural Sensitivity in Facilitation
• Leading Virtual and Hybrid Teams
• Facilitation Templates and Checklists

Investment
Registration is $795 per participant. Includes:

• All training materials
• Digital tools and templates
• Certificate of completion

Why Attend
Effective meeting leadership is a competitive edge in any organization. Whether you're presenting to executives, leading a team, or facilitating a cross-functional session, this training gives you the tools to lead with clarity and impact. Walk away prepared to make every meeting matter.

Questions?
For group rates or private sessions, please contact us.

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