When you start off as a professional hip hop dancer, you naturally expect to become one of the most thoughtful facilitators in corporate America. Right?
Well, in this episode, I sit down with Frank Ziede, founder of Common Ground Consulting, to talk about his wild evolution, explore what truly great facilitation looks like, and why most “mandatory training” feels like bamboo under the fingernails.
Frank brings a rare blend of performance, psychology, and real-world leadership experience to his work. We talk about why the smartest person in the room is the room, how trust is the foundation of every effective culture, and why leaders should stop trying to have all the answers and start asking better questions.
This conversation is a masterclass in engagement, ownership, and designing experiences that respect people’s time and intelligence. If you’ve ever led a meeting or attended a training you secretly dreaded, this one’s for you.
Connect with Frank:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-t-ziede-b4907931/
Website: http://ftzinc.com
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