Tip #699: Overlooking the Simple Answer
This Tip describes what appeared to be a technical computer program, when a final technician proved we were all overlooking the simple answer. “It’s very
November 28, 2017
This Tip describes what appeared to be a technical computer program, when a final technician proved we were all overlooking the simple answer. “It’s very
This Tip describes a portmanteau that packs two meanings into one word, such as backronym (back + acronym) and prequiem (preemptive + requiem). “Don’t bogglefunk
This Tip lists 35 reasons where training design goes wrong, in terms of the lesson design process, respect for the learners’ knowledge, and ignorance of
This Tip discusses the fact that if we have a positive attitude toward stress, it can generate oxytocin, which actually heals us. “Adopting the right
This Tip looks at what are your organization’s DREAMS: Difference, Radical Honesty, Extra Value, Authenticity, Meaning, and Simple Rules. “Authentic Leaders are not afraid to
This Tip discusses four common types of learning cultures, how to differentiate them, and asks what is your learning culture? “A learning culture is a
This Tip looks at debriefing an event using an After Action Review that asks what happened, why did it happen, and what can we learn
“Today’s ‘best practices’ led to dead ends; the best paths are new and untried.” Peter Thiel “Implementing best practice is copying yesterday; innovation is inventing
This Tip describes a personal dilemma I faced when I had to say no and hoped that no is a complete sentence. “You can be
This Tip discusses why not use the tools you have because they will make your life easier and save you lots of time. “If you
This Tip identifies what I’ve learned from my international travels, including pack a complete change of clothing. What I’ve Learned from My International Travels Pack
This Tip describes a survey that identified the most useful workplace learning, which was daily work experience, not classroom. “Speaking for myself, I spend a