Facilitation is the art of unlocking the power of a group through discussions that
involve active participation and embrace the richness of diverse perspectives.
Facilitators are the orchestra leaders of a meeting.  Professional facilitation helps to ensure
the successful outcome of
  • vision, planning and project meetings;
  • management and board retreats;  
  • team development; and
  • issue resolution sessions.

We use the following agreements from the Conversation Cafe format to set the stage for
a productive meeting:
  • suspend judgement as best you can;
  • listen… with respect;
  • seek to understand rather than persuade;
  • invite and honor diversity of opinion;
  • speak what has personal heart and meaning;
  • go for honesty and depth … without going on and on.

As an experienced facilitator and business intuitive, Laura Piening guides the process for a
successful meeting:
  • Identify the purpose and desired outcomes of the session or project;
  • Develop a structure or process that helps the group achieve desired outcomes;
  • Ensure an agenda for the session(s);
  • Manage the flow and energy of the meeting;
  • Remove blocks hindering the group from accomplishing desired outcomes;
  • Ensure group participation in an open environment;
  • Allow all management and staff to be active, equal participants;
  • Close meeting with next steps and required action plans for implementation;
  • Bring humor and enthusiasm to motivate the participants to build relationships and
    take action going forward.


Call us today for a free consultation with Laura to design the meeting that will
allow creativity and common vision to move your business forward.
Laura Piening     LP Consulting     Telephone: (805) 798-2835      Email: laura@creatingclaritynow.com
Facilitation
LP Consulting
Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside,
Southern California, USA

Paradigm Coaching
National Professional

(805) 798-2835
laura@creatingclaritynow.com