Workshop Cost: $97 (US dollars) for 4 hours (Two sessions each of two hours)

When: 23 & 30 April 2025 @ 7 PM Eastern US

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Where: via ZOOM. All sessions are closed captioned, recorded and available for viewing for 14 days following each session. A comprehensive workbook is provided. Attendance is limited to 30 participants.

Interactive Problem-Solving

This workshop is designed to be hands-on and dynamic. Each participant has the opportunity to present their research problem to the group in a concise format. Following the presentation, attendees and experts collaborate to brainstorm potential solutions. The focus is on real-time problem-solving, ensuring every session is highly engaging and productive. You’ll benefit not only from solutions to your own challenge but also from observing how others tackle similar obstacles.

Expert Guidance

You’ll be guided by two seasoned professional genealogists, Sue McNelly AG® and Robbie Johnson CG®. Their extensive experience with genealogical research and problem-solving ensures that you receive practical, reliable advice tailored to your specific situation. They’ll share methodologies and research strategies that have been proven to break through even the most challenging brick walls.

Team Approach

This workshop isn’t just about getting expert advice—it’s about teamwork. Attendees actively contribute their ideas and insights, leveraging the collective knowledge of the group. This collaborative environment fosters creativity, allowing participants to consider new angles and strategies they might not have explored on their own. It’s like having a dedicated research team at your disposal.

Pre- and Post-Workshop Resources

Preparation and follow-up are key to the workshop’s success. Before the event, participants receive a digital workbook to submit their cases, ensuring that each challenge is clearly outlined for efficient problem-solving. During the sessions, resources such as links and tools are shared, and after the workshop, participants can access saved chats and recorded sessions. A shared folder allows ongoing collaboration, so the support doesn’t stop when the sessions end.

Here’s What You Can Expect:

• Present Your Problem: In just five minutes, introduce your brick wall challenge, and watch as the group dives in to help.
• Real-Time Problem Solving: Each participant’s case gets 20 minutes of focus, where ideas and strategies will be shared, offering you multiple perspectives on your research.
• Expert Insights: Get access to tried-and-true methodologies and research tips that have solved countless brick walls.
• Collaborative Tools: You’ll receive a digital workbook to submit your case ahead of time and access to a shared folder for ongoing collaboration.
• Ongoing Support: Continue the conversation after the workshop with saved chats, recorded sessions, and the option to stay connected with your problem-solving classmates.

What You’ll Gain:

• Fresh research strategies from experts and peers.
• Access to a wealth of resources and links shared during the session.
• The support of a vibrant genealogical community focused on helping YOU succeed.

By the end of this workshop, you'll be able to:

• Apply fresh strategies and new perspectives to tackle brick walls.
• Use collaborative research techniques effectively.
• Know which proven methodologies and expert tips to use for genealogical success.
• Connect and learn from a community of genealogists.