# 2.1 - The Lead

## Role Overview: 

* Acts as the primary facilitator, guiding discussions and ensuring the workshop stays on track.

### Responsibilities:

*   Setting the workshop's tone and pace.
*   Guiding the discussion based on the agenda.
*   Encouraging participation from all attendees.
*   Making executive decisions to navigate any divergences from the plan.
*   Ensuring that workshop objectives are met.

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### Main role: 

The point spokesperson for the workshop, the lead will be the one responsible for directing the discussion and workshop proceedings. 

### Secondary: 

Ensure attendees are happy and tasks are completed. 

### Obligations:

* Welcome attendees to the workshop
* Present workshop content with good time management
* Make sure all materials are set up and ready
* Kickstart and guide the discussions, mediating if going off-track 

### Expectations

#### Leadership and Direction: 

* Ability to steer the workshop according to the agenda while being adaptable to the group's dynamics.

#### Engagement and Participation: 

* Ensuring active involvement from all participants, fostering an inclusive environment.

#### Conflict Resolution: 

* Managing disagreements and steering discussions towards constructive outcomes.

#### Time Management: 

* Keeping the workshop on schedule, balancing depth of discussion with the need to cover all agenda items.

#### Decision Facilitation: 

* Guiding the group to make decisions when necessary, ensuring they are aligned with the workshop's objectives.

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