3 Reasons Virtual Training Beats Online Learning
While they both have advantages, here are 3 primary reasons people enjoy virtual training over online training. #1. Learning is a social act. Studies show that people crave context and connection, which you don’t get during online courses. When I ask participants what they enjoy most about virtual training (versus online) they repeatedly report they […]
Continue reading3 Reasons Training Fails
When you invest in training, why not take the extra steps to make sure you get the return you were hoping for? Here are 3 reasons training doesn’t always work, and what to do about it. REASON #1: No reinforcement or accountability. This is a common misstep, and here are two ways to address […]
Continue readingThe Answer Isn’t Always Training
“We need training.” This statement is a common knee-jerk reaction to address things like employee engagement, performance and turnover. However, there are many things that could be part of a solution, in addition to or instead of training. This article will get you thinking about all the possibilities. When a client requests training, I resist […]
Continue readingEngaging Learners Online
Whether you are developing online learning from scratch or converting classroom training to be delivered online, there are new best practices and guidelines for engaging learners. I have found these strategies to be extremely effective. By providing both synchronous and asynchronous components of the training, participants have multiple ways to engage with the material and […]
Continue readingConsider These 6 Elements for Your Leadership Development Program
These 6 elements will enrich your leadership development training program. A Sponsor. This is someone on the executive team who is a champion for the program. They participate in the kickoff and celebration, as well as one other point in the program. Coaching. Provide a coach to each participant to process and integrate what they’re […]
Continue readingHow to Plan Effective Training
Planning For Training Planning for training takes more than pulling information together. Having conversations with constituents will ensure the training is effective. Does your company have a need for internal training? Perhaps on a new procedure, product or software? Regardless of the topic, planning for training is not just about pulling the content together. Planning […]
Continue readingTurning Subject Matter Experts into Expert Trainers
3 Tips for Selecting Trainers It takes more than being a SME (subject matter expert) to be a great trainer. Having information down cold is an important attribute of a good trainer, but it’s just the beginning. Trainers with “the edge” are continuously reading the room, engaging participants, managing time, and checking for knowledge transfer. […]
Continue readingNeeds Assessments for Learning & Development
It’s prime time to be conducting needs assessments to plan meaningful learning & organizational development initiatives for the coming year. Here are three tips for crafting thoughtful questions that will get to the heart of what you need to know. 1. Inquire at all levels Use surveys, focus groups and interviews to seek information from […]
Continue reading3 Ways to Know if Your Training is Effective
Have you ever been in a training, on either side of the podium, and realized that the participants are not getting what the trainer is talking about? If you are the one in the front of the room, it’s your job to make sure everyone is following you. An effective means of doing this is […]
Continue readingPresenting vs. Training
The best trainers certainly have excellent presentation skills. However, presenting is just one element of effective training. Simply put, training is the transfer of knowledge. But how do you know if the transfer of knowledge occurred? Using both types of knowledge checks, embedded and post check, ensures that learners are following you along the way, and […]
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