Virtual Facilitation
8 tips
Bring Extra Energy
Energy is KEY remotely. Bring WAY more energy than in-person, don't be afraid to exaggerate.
The 20% Rule
Online, give 20% more explanations, 20% more enthusiasm, and have 20% more patience.
Use Two Screens
One for the whiteboard (Miro, Mural), another for video. See participants and check for confusion.
Technical Co-Facilitator
Have someone handle tech setup, timers, music, and difficulties that come up.
Keep Exercises Short
Plan 10-minute (or less) exercises. Online work is more mentally exhausting.
Shorter is Better
Curtail the agenda. Try to maximize at 4 hours per day for virtual sessions.
Cameras On
Encourage webcams. This helps you see if engagement is low or participants seem confused.
Be Explicit About Where to Look
Tell people specifically where they should be looking. You can't see what others are viewing.
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This workshop was incredibly effective for our remote team! We adapted it slightly for a virtual setting and it worked wonderfully. The key was breaking into smaller breakout rooms.
Great resource! One tip: prepare all materials the day before to avoid any last-minute rushes.
Used this for our quarterly planning session. The structured approach really helped us stay on track!