Step 4: Define the workshop's expected outcomes and takeaways.

What is it?

Specific, measurable goals that the workshop aims to achieve. There are different types of outcomes depending on whether the outcomes are for the stakeholders or the participants.

Why do I need it?

Defined outcomes provide a clear target for the workshop, guiding planning and execution and serving as a basis for evaluating its success.

Example

For an Innovation Workshop, the expected outcomes might be: A list of validated product ideas ready for feasibility testing, enhanced team collaboration skills, and a deepened understanding of market needs.

Let’s get curious about the outcomes 👇

Main questions

• What specific achievements should result from the workshop? Define clear, tangible results that can be observed and measured.
• How do these outcomes support the workshop’s purpose? Ensure that there is a direct line from the outcomes back to the purpose, showing how they contribute to the broader goals.
• How will these outcomes benefit the attendees and the organization? Outline the advantages that these outcomes will bring, ensuring they are valuable.

Key Considerations

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Desired change

• What change (mindset, behaviour, learning gap, emotional state) is designed to take place in the attendees?
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Relevance to workshop purpose

Confirm that each outcome directly contributes to achieving the stated purpose of the workshop.

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Relevance to participants’ needs

Confirm that each outcome directly contributes to the needs of the participants.

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Measurability

Design outcomes that can be quantified or qualitatively assessed post-workshop.

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Timeframe

Specify when the outcomes should be achieved, whether immediately post-workshop or as a longer-term result. If longer-term, be mindful that this may be beyond the scope of the current workshop, and therefore be careful not to take on outcomes that you cannot be responsible or accountable for.

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Resources availability

Consider the resources required to achieve these outcomes and ensure they are within the workshop’s scope.

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