5 Powerful Training Personas Explained with Moe Poirier

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Great facilitators do more than deliver content—they create experiences that help people learn, grow, and take action. Check out the full episode where ever you get your podcasts!

In this clip from ATD's Accidental Trainer podcast, Moe Poirier explores his framework of five facilitator archetypes that shape effective training delivery and learning experiences: the Sensei, Drill Sergeant, Superhero, Confidant, and Jester. Each brings a unique strength to the learning environment, from teaching expertise and building trust to encouraging practice, optimism, and playful risk-taking.

Whether you're a trainer, facilitator, instructional designer, or L&D leader, this conversation offers practical insight into the human side of effective facilitation and training delivery.

What type of facilitator are you? Let us know in the comments!

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Full Episode Description:

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

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