Facilitation and Communication Skills Workshop with Brett Macdonald

Moving from "Yeah, but..." to "Yes, and!"

Communication Skills Workshops for a more collaborative workplace

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Collaboration...

... doesn’t just bring people together; it unites them. It’s what moves workplace teams forward, boosting engagement, innovation, and efficiency. It shifts perspective. It shapes culture.

imagine...

... an office space that is vibrant with discussion and laughter. A meeting room where people feel heard, are empowered to speak up, and where innovative ideas emerge. This is what collaboration looks, sounds and feels like. I understand what it’s like to be on a team that doesn't communicate or engage. I felt frustrated, disheartened and like there was no way forward. But there was, and there is! We all deserve to be part of a room of engaged and inspired people who are creating and growing together. Collaboration is built on the foundation of trust and connection, so let's get that foundation built!

Shannon Hughes said...

Brett is a bright and energetic force to be reckoned with, when it comes to improv and play. Her facilitation is inclusive and safe from the get-go and I’m always impressed with her depth and breadth of knowledge and experience inviting workshop attendees to get out of their heads and connect for the sake of it. I highly recommend working with (and getting to know) Brett Macdonald!

Hi! I am Brett Macdonald...

Hi! I am  brett macdonald ...

I am passionate about bringing people together. My work, rooted in improv theatre, brings teams together to connect, collaborate and drive  workplace performance. My method merges my experience in education and the arts. Through laughter and the power of play, my workshops offer an opportunity to shape - or reshape - essential business skills, comradery and culture. I love bringing people together, to help them feel valued, heard and connected... and to help them laugh. Like really laugh! Laugh with deep belly laughs that make your cheeks hurt! Because I believe laughter breaks down barriers - both within yourself and within a group.

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Here's how!

Group Energizers

A short interactive session focused on joyful energy and connection. A creative and laughter-filled way to kickoff, wrap-up or regroup during a large event.

Team Connectors

An interactive session (1 to 3 hours) focused on deepening connections, building trust and coming together. A fun and impactful session to start off a retreat, meeting or strategy day.

Team Development

An interactive session (half-day or full-day) tailored to your team’s needs. A day of varied activities that focus on connection, trust, communication and your team’s growth.

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Applied Improv as a Workplace Tool

What improv teaches us is what workplaces need. Improv builds skills that have a lasting impact; it offers a skill set rooted in spontaneity and adaptability. Improv teaches us how to think on our feet, how to listen and observe what’s happening around us, and most importantly, how to respond.

Improv: A Fresh Approach

Does the thought of Improv give you sweaty palms? Maybe it reminds you of the show Whose Line is it Anyway? You’re not alone in those reactions! And yet, improv is so much more than a comedic performance.

Improv is about using the skills of listening, spontaneity, creativity and curiosity to collaborate and create stories with others.

Frequently asked...

Frequently asked...

Lisa Thomson, Wiseways Childcare Centre said...

Our team had a great time at Brett’s workshop and have been raving about it ever since. It was such a fun way to learn more about how we can work together and a great way to bond as well. Brett’s welcoming, energetic personality put everyone at ease. We were laughing so hard that others in the building came to check out what we were doing.

Work With Me

Not quite sure what your team needs? Here's what we can do:

  1. Schedule a call with me to discuss your needs
  2. I'll design a customized workshop experience for your team
  3. Watch your team reconnect and build collaboration

Tobi Blue, Cathedral School said...

As soon as Brett stepped into the room, the entire community quickly began to connect. Laughter, discussion, and shared moments filled the space, making it abundantly clear to anyone listening that this gathering was something special. It was a remarkable community-building experience that will undoubtedly be cherished throughout the year.

Now's a good time for us to start the conversation!

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Brett Macdonald

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Allow me to create a customized workshop experience, and witness your team find connection and build collaboration.

Brett Macdonald

(250) 857-8317

Offering workshops in and around Victoria, BC, Canada, as well as virtually.

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Workshops for a more collaborative workplace

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