Workshops That Build Influence

When people walk out of a workshop or meeting, they carry more than notes and action items.

They carry an impression.

It might not be something they can neatly summarise. But they’ll remember:

• Whether the session felt clear or confusing

• Whether they left energised or drained

• Whether they were part of shaping the way forward, or just there to listen

Those impressions matter. They transition into the next conversation, discussing how people perceive the work, and whether they trust you to guide what comes next.

👉 And before you dismiss this with “my workshops are just fine” or “this is for doers, not leaders” – read on. I’ve seen consulting partners, chief transformation officers, and directors miss out on opportunities simply because their workshops didn’t land.

And here’s what too many leaders forget: workshops are one of the most powerful places to build influence.

They’re not just meetings. They’re platforms where credibility, progress, and momentum are either strengthened or quietly chipped away.

Why This Matters

I’ve watched transformation leaders and change managers who are technically brilliant fall into the trap of delivering just an “okay” workshop – or worse, a bad one.

And here’s the truth: it only takes one bad workshop to take a hit to your reputation.

Because in this space, every workshop is an audition – for credibility, influence, and opportunities you may not even see yet.

Yet most workshops in change and transformation fall into the same traps:

• Preparation takes hours, and it still feels off

• Agendas get overloaded with content

• Sessions get hijacked by a strong voice

• Energy flatlines halfway through

• Assumptions drive poor solutions

• Or the workshop is simply forgettable

The result? Momentum stalls, confidence dips, and influence weakens.

The Forgotten Art of Influence in the Room

This is where the Workshop Designer Masterclass comes in.

It’s not about generic facilitation tips or cookie-cutter delivery.

This is about:

• Linking every workshop back to the transformation program and outcomes

• Choosing the right type of workshop for the job

• Preparing with context, not just slides

• Designing flow and outcomes that make sense in the bigger picture

• Delivering with presence and recovering when things go off track

• And most importantly – carrying the momentum forward, because that’s where the real work happens.

Workshops aren’t just a way to get tasks done. They’re the forgotten art of crafting influence, progress, and traction in the room.

Turning Rooms Into Levers of Influence

That’s why the Workshop Designer Masterclass is built around five simple steps:

1. Preparation – Build context, align to the roadmap, pick the right type

2. Design – Shape outcomes, sequence flow, and architect value

3. Delivery – Hold presence, manage energy, avoid pitfalls

4. Engagement – Bake in participation, keep attention, capture ideas

5. Create Momentum – Link to what’s next so outcomes stick

What You’ll Gain

🎥 Watch the video at the start of the article 👆

When you join, you’ll receive:

• 120-minute live Masterclass on Friday 26 September 2025, 1–3 pm AEST (with replay available)

• AI Workshop Coach to co-design, rehearse, and refine your workshops

• Slides, templates, and tools, including the Workshop Planner Template, Map Builder™, and Flow Creator™

• Bonus facilitation resources: prep tips, safeguards, and ready-to-use cues

• Exclusive 7-day trial to the MindShift Community with Q&A office hours

This isn’t facilitation training. This is a design-to-momentum system for change and transformation professionals who want to stop wasting their rooms and start turning every workshop into a lever for credibility, authority, and lasting momentum.

📅 Learn more about this masterclass and reserve your seat here:

https://www.transformationleadership.institute/workshop-designer-masterclass

Note: It might not be right for you personally, but it could be valuable for someone on your team, peers, or network. Feel free to share it forward.

Warm Regards,

Jess Tayel

Founder of the Transformation Leadership Institute and People of Transformation membership & community.

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