EO Forum Trainer Concepts

Question 1

New Forum terminology:
1) Gestalt replaced with ____________
2) Monthly updates replaced with ____________
3) Presentation replaced with ____________

Answer 1

1) Forum Mindset
2) 5% reflections
3) Deep Dive

Question 2

“Tuckman Model” group dynamic stages

Answer 2

Forming / Norming / Storming / Performing

Question 3

“Four Cornerstones of Forum”

Answer 3

Confidentiality

Vulnerability

Forum Mindset

Personal Responsibility

Question 4

Johari Window 4 quadrants

Answer 4

Known - known to self and others
Hidden - known to self, but NOT others
Blind - NOT known to self, but known to others
Unknown - NOT known to self or others

Question 5

Name the 4 aspects of Forum Cornerstone “Confidentiality”

Answer 5

Forever
No gossip
Walls have ears
No pillow talk

Question 6

Name the 4 aspects of Forum Cornerstone “Vulnerability” in sharing:

Answer 6

1) topic is in the 5% not the 95%

2) sharing feelings and their complexity (3-5 feeling)

3) sharing dreams fears concerns (long headline)

4) sharing WHY IT MATTERS TO ME (why why why significance)

Question 7

Name the 5 aspects of Forum Cornerstone “Forum Mindset”

Answer 7

Shoshin

Share

Humble

Listen

Peer

Question 8

Name the 3 aspects of Forum Cornerstone “Personal Responsibility” with their two traits

Answer 8

Mental = prepare and engage

Physical = timely and committed

Emotionally = be real and clear issues

Question 9

3 Key points of Forum Mindset concept “Peer”

Answer 9

Every member gets EQUAL TIME

Every member is CAPABLE

Everyones answers are WITHIN

Question 10

3 Key points of Forum Mindset concept “Listen”

Answer 10

With head and heart

With empathy to understand

For my own learning

Question 11

3 Key points of Forum Mindset concept “Humble”

Answer 11

No ego or pretense

Not right, smarter or more successful

No saving, solving or fixing

Question 12

3 Key points of Forum Mindset concept “Share”

Answer 12

Authentic and vulnerable

Experiences not advice

Resonance vs. relevance

Question 13

3 Key points of Forum Mindset concept “Shoshin”

Answer 13

Beginner’s mind; open

Non-judgmental

Eager curiosity

Question 14

Format of “5% reflections”

Answer 14

10% 3-5 Emotions

10% Long Headline

80% Why why why important to me

Question 15

What are the “Four Skills of Coaching”

Answer 15

1) Quiet Mind = listen not to solve

2) Reflect Back = repeat

3) Struggle Beneath = What is the challenge?

4) Focus = Which challenge to explore?

Question 16

What are the 3 types of ‘LEARNING STYLES’?

Answer 16

1) Visual

2) Auditory

3) Kinesthetic

Question 17

AFS is now known as _______________________
1) ‘Shift Into High Gear’ is now ______________
2) ‘Fired Up’ is now ______________
3) ‘Fast Track’ is now ______________
4) ‘Dive Deep’ is now ______________

Answer 17

AFS is now FORUM WORKSHOPS

1) ‘Shift Into High Gear’ is now – FORUM ESSENTIALS

2) ‘Fired Up’ is now – FORUM TOOLS

3) ‘Fast Track’ is now – GOAL SETTING & ACCOUNTABILITY

4) ‘Dive Deep’ is now – DEEPER CONNECTIONS

Question 18

Seven “Keys to Successful Facilitation”

Answer 18

• Being Prepared
• Content Mastery and Presentation
• Rapport
• Authenticity
• Ability to Listen
• Ability to Evaluate Group Dynamic - Support / Intervene
• Effective Leadership and Use of Authority

Question 19

3 Characteristics of Adult Learners

Answer 19

Grown-ups have - experience, knowledge and insecurities

Goal oriented - want relevance and practicality

Peer relationship with trainer - mutual respect

Question 20

4 aspects that make up the ‘Philosophy of Forum’

Answer 20

A) Confidential, safe place to be authentic with real peer conversations

B) Self-discovery and growth, listen for value

C) Create collective wisdom as we learn and grow together

D) Inspiration from Forum mates challenges and successes

Question 21

What FORUM is not……

Answer 21

Not a networking group
Not a social club
Not a therapy group
Not a fix-it group

No seeking or giving advice
No judgment or the ‘right answer’

Question 22

What are the basic components of a FORUM….

Answer 22

Consistent group of 6-10 EO Forum-trained members

Regular meetings led by peer moderator

Standard agenda featuring ‘5% Reflections’ and ‘Deep Dives’

Peer-to-peer group to support self-discovery

Judgement-free, confidential, safe-space to share experiences

Question 23

What three attributes should be present in a “Deep Dive”?

Answer 23

1) Significant
2) Unresolved
3) Emotionally Complex

EQ spectrum - looking for clarity, confidence, and self-awareness

Question 24

Five “Idea Generation” formats for Forums:

Answer 24

1) Brainstorming
2) Topical discussions
3) Expert speakers
4) Resources
5) Goal accountability

IQ spectrum - looking for learning and new ideas

Question 25

“Roles within a Forum”:

Answer 25

1) Moderator
2) Moderator-elect
3) Moderator elect-elect
4) Retreat Planner(s) - likely two members
5) Treasurer / Tech
6) Parking lot manager (often the Moderator Elect)

Other) Time-keeper
Other) Social manager
Other) Board representative
Other) Forum Mindset compliance
Other) Process review

Question 26

What is the “EO purpose”?

Answer 26

To move the world forward by unlocking the full potential of entrepreneurs

Question 27

What is the “EO Ambition”

Answer 27

To enable transformational growth in our members lives

Question 28

What are the 4 EO values?

Answer 28

Think big, be bold

Together we grow

Trust and respect

Thirst for learning