Manager Training – what to include?
I recently wrapped up a 9-month Manager Training program for a client. As a capstone, participants shared three key learning points and how they made changes in their work. Here, I’m sharing takeaways that stood up for people in the training. These topics are a must for training managers and leaders in your organization. Communicating […]
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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 […]
Continue readingNew Employee Orientation and Onboarding | What’s the difference?
New Hire Onboarding and Orientation ~ Sometimes these words are used interchangeably, but they are distinctly different. This article explains the difference, and the benefits of each. Definitions New Hire Orientation is a training event that may take anywhere from two hours to multiple days. It is typically a classroom experience where new hires meet people […]
Continue readingImproving Performance in the Workplace
Here are some quick tips on developing the most important investment in your business. Hire right. Use strategic interview questions to ensure you are hiring someone who is aligned with the job, the team and the company culture. Build bench strength. Continually assess and develop individuals instead of waiting for a senior spot to open […]
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