This week’s Facilitator Tips episode explores the many benefits of integrating an ‘unofficial start’ into your program to help you spark engagement and, most importantly, invite the members of your group to connect to one another – even before your program has begun.
What is an unofficial start, I hear you ask? If you have ever dealt with groups that are quickly bored, or often run late or would benefit from doing something productive, then the simple yet powerful concept of an unofficial start will soon become your next best friend.
CLICK HERE to view a quick video tutorial to how to spark engagement with unofficial starts.
To review our entire back-catalogue of Facilitator Tips episodes, click here.
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Original post September 2019, last updated February 2020.