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Take 2 - Taking Virtual Facilitation to the Next Level

What You'll Learn in Take 2 - Taking Virtual Facilitation to the Next Level

Course Length:

6 hours (1 day)

Learning Objectives

  • Understand and explore the importance of preparation tools and mindset
  • Discover ways to genuinely engage the audience
  • Prepare all you want and be ready to improvise
  • Bring virtual to life
  • What’s the call to action and why it matters to all

Target Student

Managers leading meetings, instructors, and trainers wanting to improve interaction and engagement in virtual settings.

Course Outline

Section 1: Plan, Plan, Plan

Virtual interaction takes more time to plan than in person interaction

What are the concerns, challenges and decision making of the facilitated session?

Start with an effective and thoughtful opening


Section 2: The Credibility and Trust Moments

Take the ‘ick’ out of icebreakers - when to use them and why

Answering questions are pivotal moments in any session - what do you need to keep the session moving forward, acknowledge and answer the questions and deal with the emotions (yours and theirs) at this time?


Section 3: Body Language

Part of facilitating involves the ability to ‘read the room’

How is this done in a virtual world? Also, tips to make your experience more successful

Stress causes fight or flight - how to recognize and deal with it


Section 4: Connection, Communication, Collaboration and Continuity

Start with the big ideas, then narrow it down

Learn collaborative exercises to use with your teams virtually

Keep the psychological safety to allow dialogue


Section 5: Feedback and Outcome

Part of your role as a facilitator includes providing and accepting feedback

What makes feedback effective and safe?

Leading the session with a clear call to action for participants


Section 6: The Virtual Facilitation

Timing is key

Mastering the pace, pitch and tone of the session

Different ways to use breakouts

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Take 2 - Taking Virtual Facilitation to the Next Level

Upcoming Classes

All Public classes are held online
with a live instructor
Dates Price Qty
January 30, 2025
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET
$595.00 Online
August 6, 2025
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET
$595.00 Online
February 18, 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET
$595.00 Online
* Applicable taxes will be applied on checkout

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All of our courses include:

PDF Reference Guide

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Certificate of Completion

Boost your credentials with a Certificate of Completion, confirming the skills you’ve acquired with us.


24/7 After-Training Support

Receive a 30-day after-training support voucher, offering assistance as you apply your new skills on the job. Need help with a specific step? We’re here to provide extra support and clarity even after you’ve left the class!


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Printed Reference Guide

While we love technology, we understand that there is something about having a paper copy. Add a printed reference guide to your training, which we will have shipped to your location.


Extended After-Training Support

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OF COURSE!

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We can customize your training to fit your exact needs, whether it's making small adjustments or creating entirely new courses. From setting specific objectives and including your own files to addressing unique challenges, we're here to help. We can even tailor the training to align more closely with how you work and to fit perfectly into your schedule. Our goal is to provide training that's as unique as your goals.


Access to your recorded session for 60 days

You can request your private session be recorded. You can have access for 60 days to revisit what you’ve learned.