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From ATD Accidental Trainer

The Five Facilitation Personas Every L&D Pro Needs with Moe Poirier

Published
May 19, 2026
Length
38:21

Audio is streamed from the publisher.

Show notes

In this episode of ATD *Accidental Trainer*, learning expert, facilitator, and coach Moe Poirier explores the power of bringing your authentic facilitation strengths into the training room. Moe shares why facilitation isn't just a skill, but an expression of who you are and the gifts you bring to learners. The conversation dives into Moe's five facilitator personas model (the Sensei, Drill Sergeant, Superhero, Confidant, and Jester) and explains how understanding your natural strengths can help you adapt to the learners and create more meaningful learning experiences. Moe also shares practical insights on reading the room, balancing structure with play, and designing training that creates connection and transformation. **Resources:** - Moe's Website: [](https://shiftfacilitation.com/) - Order Moe's Book: [ ](https://www.td.org/product/book--the-five-personas-of-facilitation/112610) - Moe's LinkedIn: [](https://ca.linkedin.com/in/moepoirier) - Discover ATD26: [ ](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvUGjRiQsE45OPmr64Tvt-XYTfnP7wnSL)