Episode 83 — Winning long-term clients with one gamified workshop with Oussama Labib, Founder of Miki Island

What’s really holding you back as a freelance facilitator? In this honest and uplifting conversation, I sit down with Judit Osika, Lucrezia Ponzano, and Rosemary Forest: 3 facilitators, Consultant, Coach solopreneurs who completed the Facilipreneur Mastermind last summer.We unpack the real challenges of running a facilitation business and how to overcome them to sustain your business with systems and confidence.If you’ve ever felt like you’re hustling alone, stuck between delivering and marketing, or unsure how to talk about what you do—this is your sign to pause, breathe, and grow.🌱 In This EpisodeVisibility blocks, imposter syndrome, and the constant juggle between doing the work and finding Clients, these are the topics we dive into. But more importantly—we share what’s possible when you make time to work on your business. You’ll hear stories of transformation, mindset shifts, and the power of being in a group where you don’t have to figure it all out alone. ⚡️ Key TakeawaysDiscover the power of reflection and why slowing down helps you grow fasterClarify your value so you can talk about your work and get awareness from potential clientsBalance sales and delivery with intention (and less burnout)Why the Facilipreneur Mastermind is the best program to grow your business and get clarity thanks to the collective intelligence🎁 Free Event InvitationFree Live Class — 5 Mistakes Even Established Freelance Facilitators Make🌍 Register Here: https://luma.com/bvxp8hei📅 December 17th at 12 p.m. CET (Paris Time)🎟️ Bonus: Get a special Santa surprise and sneak peek into the Facilipreneur Mastermind 2026, launching January 12👥 GuestsLucrezia Ponzano | Facilitator in private & cultural networks🔗 LinkedIn Judit Osika | Coach & youth leadership facilitator🔗 LinkedIn Rosemary Forest | Campaigner turned collaboration facilitator🔗 LinkedIn 🎙️ Host - Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse🔗 Linkedin💌 Newsletter🎥 Youtube

What if one workshop could help you stand out, wow your clients, and grow your facilitation business?In this episode of “There is a Workshop for That”, I sit down with Oussama Labib, founder of Miki Island — a gamified team development platform that’s transforming the way facilitators design, deliver, and sell their programs.More than just a game, Miki Island is a powerful facilitation tool that helps you deliver immersive team-building, coaching, and leadership experiences while making a real impact on your clients.Together, we explore how gamification can reveal team dynamics, accelerate trust, and help facilitators move from one-off sessions to long-term partnerships.💡 In This Episode You’ll Learn- The three research-based layers of high-performing teams- Why gamified learning creates emotional engagement that sticks- How facilitators use Miki Island to create transformation — and grow their business🏝️ About Miki IslandMiki Island is more than a game — it’s a digital, research-backed platform that lets facilitators run unforgettable team experiences.Whether you work in team development, coaching, or leadership, Miki Island helps you combine play, performance, and purpose.Explore: https://miki-island.com🎮 Upcoming Events & CertificationFree Live Event – “Pimp My Offer with Miki Island”🗓️ November 20, 2025 🔗 RegisterMiki Island Certification 🗓️ Next Cohort November 10–11🎁 Use coupon code NATHY to get 5 free team assessments🎓 Enroll🎮 Play the Game or Host a Session https://luma.com/MikiIsland👥 Guest Oussama Labib | Founder of Miki Island Linkedin🎙️ HostNathy Ravez | La WorkshoppeuseHelping facilitators turn meetings into powerful workshops.🔗 LinkedIn🗓️Event Calendar👥 Fit For Facilitation Community💌 Newsletter 📞Book a Call

In this episode, I’m flying solo to talk about a topic that got huge engagement during the Fit for Facilitation Week: how to go find clients as a freelance facilitator. During my session, we were 90 people in the room (!)—so I knew I had to bring it to the podcast for those who couldn’t join live.What I talk aboutInspired by my daughter’s hilarious dating life stories, I explore how finding clients is a lot like dating. From building your client profile (aka your ideal date) to navigating awkward first conversations on LinkedIn, I’m sharing real strategies that helped me grow my facilitation business—without ever feeling salesy.PLUS: I’ll walk you through the exact exercises we did in the GoFinding Clients session + how to get my free workbook to help you take action right away.⚡️ Key TakeawaysHow to use dating metaphors to make client outreach easier (and fun!)The 4 types of networks you already have that can lead to workExactly how I use LinkedIn like Tinder to start real conversationsWhy trust takes time—and how to prep future clients nowDownload the Free Workbook📘 GoFinding Clients Like You’d Go on a Date🌍 Join the Fit for Facilitation Community to access the workbook (it’s free!)Next Facilipreneur Mastermind 📅starts January 12th, 202690 days to grow your freelance facilitation biz with confidence🎟️ Only 10 spots available!Get your seat here: https://laworkshoppeuse.com/facilipreneur-mastermind/🎙️ Host Info Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse🔗 LinkedIn📩 Newsletter🎥 YouTube channel

In this episode, my good friend Mehdi En-Naizi is joining me. Mehdi is the founder of Facilitator’s corner, co-founder of Fit For Facilitation, Host of the podcast “Another Day, Another Workshop” and Creator of The Workshop Deck. This is a cross-over episode of Another Day, Another Workshop an There’s a workshop for that !What we talked aboutMehdi and I chat about what it takes to design and create impactful and memorable workshops experiences. Be ready this episode is packed with actionable insights, real-life stories, and tips to help you level-up your session.PLUS: Hear all about the upcoming launch of The Workshop Deck + secret new project that could change how you plan workshops for ever.⚡️ Key TakeawaysThe top 3 mistakes facilitators make when designing workshopsHow to choose the right activities for any sessionThe 6 C’s framework that powers great workshopsUsing music to create better workshop experiencesAnd of course the story behind The Workshop Card Deck📅 Launch Event: October 23rd🎁 Everyone joining live gets a free resource normally sold for €299!💌 Join the waitlist for bonuses & early access: https://facilitators-corner.com/launch👤 Guest InfoMehdi En-Naizi | Facilitator’s Corner🔗 LinkedIn 🌍 Website🎙️ Host InfoNathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse🔗 LinkedIn📩 Newsletter🎥 YouTube channel

What’s inside this episode?We share the two pillars behind FIT for Facilitation—up your skill and grow your business—and how they shape each session. From pizza metaphors to personal visibility struggles, we go deep (and sometimes hilariously off-track) into what makes this event unique. Expect honest reflections, new ideas, and plenty of laughs as we tease what’s coming, from visibility mindsets to card decks as strategy tools, and even a secret kickoff surprise.⚡️ Key TakeawaysDiscover why community beats content—and how we build both.Explore new session formats, metaphors (yes, pizza), and playful design.Understand visibility struggles and how to grow your brand without cringing.Learn how card decks can boost your facilitation and your business.🎉 Upcoming EventFIT for Facilitation – 2nd Edition (Free Online Event)📅 October 14–16, 2025🌍 Registration here👤 Guest InfoMehdi En-Naizi | Facilitators Corner🔗 LinkedIn🌍 facilitators-corner.comSaïd Saddouk | The Facilitainer🔗 LinkedIn🌍 thefacilitainer.comAlexandre Eisenchteter | I❤️Cards🔗 LinkedIn🌍 ai-tinkerers.club🎙️ Host Info - Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse🔗 LinkedIn📩 Newsletter🌍 La Workshoppeuse

In this episode, I’m joined by Ceri Newton-Sargunar—interaction specialist, chaologist, and trainee neuroscientist—who brings a rare blend of behavioral science, facilitation, and deep humanity to the way we work and lead.What we talked aboutWe dive into the emotional undercurrents of leadership in a world that feels constantly on edge. If you’ve ever felt like everything’s “too much” and yet you still need to hold the space, this conversation offers a path toward inner calm, clearer communication, and more grounded leadership.Ceri unpacks the hidden dynamics that block communication and trust in teams—from the “gap” between what we say and what’s heard, to how our brains shut down under stress. She shares science-based tools like the Hand Brain, Karpman’s Drama Triangle, and her own facilitation method, the Worry Wall, to help us turn emotional chaos into connection. Her stories show what’s possible when people really start listening to each other—and themselves.⚡️ Key TakeawaysSpot “the gap” between your intentions and your impactUse the Hand Brain model to shift from reactive to reflectiveBreak free from the Drama Triangle and lead with awarenessTry the Worry Wall to safely surface hard conversations in teams👤 Guest Info: Ceri Newton-Sargunar | Interactions Consultant Ceri’s facilitation guide to help teams name their unspoken fears—and move through them with courage and care.🔗 Linkedin🌍 Website🎙️ Host InfoNathy Ravez | La WorkshoppeuseNathy is a OD Consultant | Workshop Facilitator | Trainer helping facilitators level-up their skills and make a living from their craft.☎️ Book a call 🌟 LinkedIn📩 Newsletter🎥 YouTube channel

Today I’m joined by Salvatore Manzi, a leadership communication coach and facilitator with decades of experience helping teams and leaders speak with clarity, confidence, and intention. We dive into what it really means to communicate well—beyond just the words we say.What we explored in this episode:Salvatore shares his three pillars of communication—content, delivery, and presence—and how we can strengthen each one to become more effective facilitators and speakers. We talk about his journey as an introvert learning to lead in the spotlight, and he offers brilliant metaphors (like “Perry the Perfectionist”) and practical tools you can use right away. Whether you're prepping for a meeting, workshop, or TEDx stage, this episode will shift how you think about speaking and showing up.⚡️ Key TakeawaysDiscover the 3 pillars of great communication: content, delivery, and presence.Explore practical techniques for gestures, anchors, and body language (even on Zoom!).Understand how to deal with your imposter voice—and why naming it helps.Learn small shifts that boost presence, like the "first 10 seconds" eye contact rule.👀 Coming SoonClear and Compelling – Salvatore’s new book on communication strategies for bold ideas and big thinkers.👤 Guest InfoSalvatore Manzi | Leadership Communications🔗 LinkedIn🌍 Website🎙️ Host InfoNathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse🌟 LinkedIn📩 Newsletter🎥 YouTube channel

I welcome Heather Di Santo, the beautiful mind behind DiSH Events for this special summer edition of 🎙️What’s the Workshop for That?Heather facilitates magic through creative collaborations, workshops, networking connections, and events through curated, fun, and interactive experiences.With over 20 years of event wisdom, she’s perfected the art of creating meaningful and impactful gatherings around the world. Heather’s signature workshop, WTF – Walk, Talk, Flourish, blends movement, conversation, and creative tools to transform challenges into actionable insights.If you’ve ever wished networking felt more human, energizing, and transformative, this episode will inspire you !⚡️ Key TakeawaysDiscover the 4-step WTF method: Pause, Expansion, Focus, ActionExplore how walking & talking lowers barriers and sparks connectionUnderstand how creative tools like Points of View cards unlock new perspectivesGet tools to turn a challenge into clear action within 24 hours👤 Guest Heather Di Santo | DiSH Events🔗 LinkedIn🎙️ Host Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse🌟 LinkedIn 📩 Newsletter🎥 YouTube 

This week in our special summer edition of “What’s the Workshop for That?”, I’m joined by Stefan Pettersson, co-founder of Gameng. Stefan designs and facilitates workshops that blend system thinking with human energy to help communities, businesses, and destinations grow sustainably. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn diverse voices into a shared vision, this episode is for you.In our conversation, Stefan walks us through his signature methodology—Think, Share, Solve—a three-step approach for engaged problem-solving. You’ll hear how he uses it to unite rural change makers, entrepreneurs, and politicians around a common identity, and why being an “invisible facilitator” can spark deeper collaboration. We explore practical tips for designing workshops people actually remember—and act on.⚡️ Key TakeawaysGuestDiscover why your signature workshop is your smartest asset and a true reflection of your DNA.Explore the Think, Share, Solve framework for building alignment and commitment.Understand how to create safe spaces where every voice counts—spoken or written.Learn why the facilitator’s ego should step back so participants can step forward.👤 Stefan Pettersson | Gameng🔗 LinkedIn🌍 Website🎙️ Host Nathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse🌟 LinkedIn📩 Newsletter🎥 YouTube

In this episode, Dutch facilitator Tom Nobbe, founder of Simplifico, shares the story behind his playful and powerful signature workshop: Department Dating. With over 20 years of experience in leadership and collaboration, Tom helps teams connect in a more human and action-oriented way.If you've ever wondered how to create real connection between departments—beyond job titles and endless meetings—this episode is for you.Summary of the episodeTom’s “Department Dating” workshop offers a clever and engaging approach to breaking silos and fostering cross-team collaboration. Using dating metaphors like profiles, speed dates, and even heart-shaped stickers, he gets departments talking about what really matters—mutual goals, shared challenges, and concrete actions. Tom walks us through the three-part structure of his workshop and shares why thematic design, visual storytelling, and follow-up accountability are key to lasting impact.⚡️ Key TakeawaysDiscover how dating metaphors can transform interdepartmental conversationsExplore the power of visual connection maps to reveal hidden synergiesUnderstand why thematic design makes workshops memorable and funLearn to move from insight to action with smart follow-up structuresGet tools to activate trust and curiosity in corporate environmentsTake inspiration for creating your own signature workshop👥 Guest Info👤 Tom Nobbe | Simplifico🔗 LinkedIn🌍 Website🎙️ Host InfoNathy Ravez | La Workshoppeuse🌟 LinkedIn📩 Newsletter🎥 YouTube Channel