I’m joined by Said Saddouk to dive into one of my 12 favorite problems: “How might we increase flow and creativity to bring joy to work?”

Said is a virtual facilitation expert who transforms online sessions from dull and disengaging to impactful and inspiring. With his expert training, practical techniques, and passion for connecting with his audience, Said helps facilitators, educators, and team leaders unlock the full potential of virtual learning spaces.

In our conversation, we explore the themes of joy, creativity, and innovation in the workplace, especially in virtual settings. We talk about the importance of finding joy in work, the journey to creativity, and how to create a playful and engaging environment in meetings.

Said shares his insights on the definition of creativity, the power of childlike play, and practical tools for making virtual meetings more engaging. Our chat emphasizes the value of community, collaboration, and the continuous pursuit of joy and creativity in professional settings.

Key Takeaways:

Alpacas and llamas are different animals 😂

Childlike play can enhance creativity and innovation

Engagement in meetings can be improved with playful elements

Virtual meetings can be transformed with simple tools and techniques

Small changes can lead to significant improvements in meetings

Resources Mentioned: 

100 Tricks to Sound Smart in Meetings by Sarah Cooper: https://amzn.to/3ObwvK2 

Workshops.Work: ⁠https://workshops.work/podcast/⁠

Star Talk: ⁠https://startalkmedia.com/⁠ 

Butter Referral Link: https://butter.cello.so/X5aVOOcce9Z

People to Follow:

Cat Mulvihill: linkedin.com/in/mulvihillcatherine , youtube.com/@CatMulvihill

Anamaria Dorgo: linkedin.com/in/anamariadorgo

Jan Keck: linkedin.com/in/jankeck , youtube.com/@mrjankeck

Myriam Hadnes: linkedin.com/in/myriam-hadnes , youtube.com/@myriamhadnes

Thomas Lahnthaler: linkedin.com/in/thomaslahnthaler

Olina Glindevi: linkedin.com/in/thevisualagilecoach

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