Who, Me Lead a Group?

Nervous about leading a group? Parent educator Clarke is a seasoned pro at leading groups, and she can help even novices learn:

-What makes a good meeting;

-What makes an effective leader;

-How to avoid sabotaging yourself;

-Techniques that maximize group dynamics;

-Ground rules that keep meetings on track;

-How to handle people who want to use your meeting for their agenda; and

-How planning and preparation almost always guarantee a successful meeting. Clarke also discusses:

-Motivating adults;

-How adults learn; and

-Opening and closing meetings. If you're a beginning speaker, you may especially appreciate the advice on:

-Avoiding apprehension;

-Handling personal criticism; and

-Providing clear directions. Clarke includes worksheets that help you analyze the types of activities in your classes and how many learning styles these activities appeal to. Who, Me Lead a Group also includes sample speaker contract forms and speaker evaluations.