🌿For leaders who want meetings that inspire🌿
The Facilitation Garden | Lead meetings that energise, not exhaust.
Discover a growing library of facilitation videos, templates, and reflective tools grounded in Moana-nui-a-Kiwa values.
Learn at your own pace and bring calm, confidence, and connection back to your team — one meeting at a time.
Pretty sure you're over feeling stretched, stuck and running on empty?
Do any of the following ring any bells?
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You're putting your heart into leading, but meetings still feel flat
You care deeply about your team, but the constant juggle of mahi (work), meetings, and managing emotions has left you feeling stretched thin. You’re craving calm, clarity, and confidence, without losing your humanity along the way.
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You spend hours planning the perfect meeting — only for it to go off track
You’ve thought through the agenda, prepped the slides, and even reminded people to “come prepared.” Yet somehow, the kōrero drifts, time runs out, and decisions stay undecided. You leave thinking, did we actually achieve anything?
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You’re tired of meetings that talk about connection, but never create it
They’re meant to build relationships, spark ideas, and move your mahi forward, not just fill your calendar. You’re ready to create meetings that grow people, not paperwork.
...If that’s you, take a breath. You don’t need a magic wand — just a few grounded tools to bring energy, connection, and purpose back into your meetings
So here's what I know... most leaders underestimate the power of a well-facilitated meeting.
^^ Exactly the reason you should stop winging it and start leading it.
When meetings are intentional — not just scheduled — they become your most powerful leadership tool. They shape culture, spark ideas, and grow trust faster than any team-building day ever could.
Yep… your read right!
Facilitated well, a single meeting can shift how your whole team feels, thinks, and collaborates.
The results don’t lie.
Research shows that only around 11% of meetings are considered truly productive — meaning most leaders are wasting valuable time and energy every week.
With the right facilitation, you can change that.
Teams with effective facilitation report higher trust, clearer communication, and stronger collaboration — the very foundations of thriving leadership.
The numbers don't lie.
✨Only 11% of meetings are actually productive
You + The Facilitation Garden = everything you need to get started!
Maybe you've thought
“How do I make meetings less about talking, and more about connecting?”
Or maybe it's more like
“I’ve tried so many strategies, but my team still switches off halfway through.”
Either way, The Facilitation Garden gives you the tools, strategies, and reflection prompts to turn those moments around — transforming your meetings from draining to energising, from surface-level to deeply connecting.
Think of it as your digital kete of facilitation wisdom — ready when you are.
🌿 Practical. Grounded. Culturally aligned.
Because meetings shouldn’t just fill your calendar — they should grow your people.
But don't just take my word for it....
“I didn’t realise how much I’d been running on empty until I found The Facilitation Garden. The short, practical videos gave me ideas I could use straight away, but more than that — they reminded me why I love leading. My meetings feel lighter, more connected, and my team actually looks forward to them now. It’s been a complete reset for my leadership.”
— Education Leader, Aotearoa NZ
“Your step-by-step approach to preparing for difficult conversations gave me tools I could put into practice straight away. I especially appreciated how you modelled listening first before responding — this showed me how to lead with empathy. Because of your coaching I approach difficult conversations with a clearer plan and a calmer mind. This has strengthened my relationships with colleagues and whānau.”
— Leadership Participant, Aotearoa NZ
Lead with calm, confidence and connection - one meeting at at time
- Confidence: Walk into meetings with a clear plan and simple strategies that guide kōrero with ease — no more winging it or wondering what to do next.
- Connection: Create meetings that people actually look forward to, where trust grows, voices are heard, and everyone leaves feeling seen, not drained.
- Clarity & Growth: Turn everyday meetings into moments of reflection, collaboration, and growth through culturally grounded facilitation tools and insights.
Imagine...
Personalised guidance that meets you where you are.
No one-size-fits-all here. You’ll have access to strategies and reflections that speak directly to your real leadership moments, so every meeting feels intentional, not rushed.
Clear, simple steps that turn insight into action.
Each video and resource in The Facilitation Garden helps you plan, lead, and reflect with purpose — giving structure to your kōrero and clarity to your outcomes.
Ongoing support that keeps you growing.
Think of The Facilitation Garden as a steady companion — holding you accountable to the kind of leader you want to be, while offering fresh inspiration to keep your facilitation flowing.
What's Included
#1- A kete of practical facilitation strategies.
Short, easy-to-watch videos packed with real-world techniques you can use right away — whether you’re leading a staff meeting, workshop, or community kōrero. Each strategy helps you bring focus, connection, and flow to your sessions
#2- Step by step resources to guide you
Each video comes with a downloadable handout that walks you through how to facilitate the activity, plus ready-to-use templates, slides, and images to make implementation simple. You’ll have everything you need to lead with clarity and confidence.
#3- A growing library, always available.
Just like Netflix for facilitation — new content is added regularly, so you can return any time you need fresh inspiration, new ideas, or a moment to reset. Learn at your own pace, in your own time, from wherever you are in the world.
How do I know if I'm ready?
Perfect for you if:
- You’re ready to stop spinning your wheels in meetings that go nowhere — and start leading with purpose and flow.
- You want practical strategies and a clear pathway to bring more connection, trust, and clarity to your team kōrero.
- You’re feeling overwhelmed doing it all on your own and would love guidance, structure, and inspiration to keep growing.
- You value continuous learning and want culturally grounded tools that reflect the way you and your people work best.
Not for you if:
- You prefer to keep winging it and aren’t ready to make small, consistent changes in how you lead.
- You’re looking for a quick fix instead of genuine growth and reflection.
- You don’t see the value in investing time in your own development — or in the wellbeing of your team.
- 🚫 You’re comfortable with meetings that stay busy instead of meaningful.
Let's take a look at what's inside
Planting Collection 🌱
Start your facilitation journey with purpose and presence. The Planting Collection helps you open meetings that feel grounded and intentional from the very first moment. You’ll explore creative ways to begin kōrero, engage your team early, and sow the seeds for collaboration and trust to grow naturally.
Nurturing Collection 🌿
Keep your facilitation flowing and your team fully engaged. The Nurturing Collection is about sustaining energy and creating a safe, balanced space where every voice matters. Learn techniques to guide discussions with ease, draw out different perspectives, and keep your meetings lively, productive, and people-centred.
Pruning Collection 🌸
Handle tricky moments with calm, courage, and clarity. The Pruning Collection supports you to navigate tension, manage challenging dynamics, and turn conflict into connection. You’ll learn practical tools to redirect unhelpful behaviour, stay steady under pressure, and keep every kōrero moving forward with purpose.
Harvesting Collection 🌾
Wrap up your meetings with clarity and purpose. The Harvesting Collection helps you turn kōrero into action by reflecting on what’s been learned, capturing key takeaways, and gathering insights that stick. You’ll discover creative ways to close sessions that leave your team feeling acknowledged, aligned, and ready for what’s next.
Watering Collection 💧
Bring energy, laughter, and life into your sessions. The Watering Collection is all about connection and momentum — icebreakers, energisers, and quick re-set activities to lift the room. These strategies help your team re-engage, recharge, and reconnect, turning tired meetings into lively, human conversations.
Leaders Learning 🌺
Grow yourself while you grow others. The Leaders Learning Collection offers short, powerful videos to deepen your leadership practice — from building trust and navigating tricky conversations to staying curious under pressure. You’ll gain practical, values-based insights to help you lead with calm, confidence, and cultural grounding.
A Note From Naketa 🌿
Kia ora, I’m Naketa Ikihele, founder of Cultivating Culture and creator of The Facilitation Garden.
My facilitation journey has taken me from Aotearoa to classrooms and leadership spaces across the world — from Bangkok to Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, and Hong Kong, and online with educators in the United States, Cambodia, Vietnam, and the Ivory Coast. Working alongside leaders and teachers from so many cultures has shown me that the difference between a great meeting and a miserable one isn’t the people — it’s how the conversation is facilitated.
Through my coaching work, global travels, and life in our big, beautiful whānau, I’ve learned how to read the room, sense what’s unspoken, and create spaces where everyone feels seen and heard. My leadership coaching background has taught me to blend structure with heart, curiosity with compassion, and purpose with people.
Leaders I work with often tell me they leave our sessions feeling calmer, clearer, and more confident — walking away valuing their time and each other a little more.
That’s why I created The Facilitation Garden: a living library for leaders who want to bring intention, connection, and confidence into every meeting they lead — wherever they are in the world.
Wait, what’s included again?
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🎥 Unlimited Access to The Facilitation Garden Library
Instant access to 40+ on-demand videos, handouts, templates, and facilitation tools — all designed to help you turn meetings into moments of connection, collaboration, and clarity. Watch what you need, when you need it, Netflix-style.
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🌿 Step-by-Step Strategies and Printable Resources
Each video comes with beautifully designed guides, slides, and examples so you can bring ideas to life straight away. From icebreakers to reflection tools, you’ll have everything you need to plan and lead meetings that actually work.
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💌 Fresh Inspiration, Straight to Your Inbox
Stay connected and inspired with regular kōrero from Naketa — new strategies, reflection prompts, and practical ways to keep your facilitation skills growing over time.
I'M IN!But don't just take my word for it....
“The Facilitation Garden is a treasure trove of learning I can return to whenever I need clarity or inspiration. There’s so much to explore — the videos, downloads, and resources make it easy to implement straight away. I feel calmer, more reflective, and more confident in how I listen and lead.”
— Leadership programme participant, Aotearoa NZ
“Thank you for the opportunity to access this taonga of new knowledge and inspiration. The videos are practical, clear, and uplifting — I’ve already shared them with my team. My meetings feel more positive, and I’m using the strategies to help others share ideas and stay engaged.”
— Leadership programme participant, Aotearoa NZ
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Step into The Facilitation Garden — lead meetings that grow people, not calendars.
Calm, connection, and clear next steps — all on-demand, in your own time.
IS THERE A GUARANTEE?
Yes! A 100% Money Back Guarantee
This product has a 14 day money back guarantee. If you work through the first few modules of this course and are not completely satisfied we will refund your money. ** Refunds must be requested in writing within this refund period.
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The ultimate space to grow your facilitation skills — and your people.
Step inside The Facilitation Garden and gain the tools, confidence, and calm you need to lead meetings that matter.
No more wasted time, awkward silences, or team disconnects — just purposeful conversations that leave everyone feeling heard, valued, and energised.