Tip #401: Why Training Days Need to be Shorter
This Tip looks at 28 different consequences of a long day to show why training days need to be shorter if we want learning to
November 21, 2011
This Tip looks at 28 different consequences of a long day to show why training days need to be shorter if we want learning to
This Tip ruminates about the fact that life’s a journey full of unanticipated changes. We need to stop living a life on pause. “Life is
This tip considers nine constructive uses for anger, which does not have to have a physical or a violent component. When we talk about anger,
This Tip discusses one surefire way to fill a training gap by giving participants an opportunity to discuss their challenges. “Your problem is to bridge
This Tip discusses how to give critical performance feedback in a collaborative problem solving fashion that holds the employee accountable. “I like criticism, but it
This Tip discusses the fact that not everyone can effectively supervise others, particularly if they need to conduct a performance evaluation or discipline. “What you
This Tip discusses four areas that show why foreshadowing is important in training programs: format,content, activities, and timing. While there is nothing wrong with occasional
This Tip discusses eight places in the training process where supervisors ensure successful employee training. “It’s all to do with the training: you can do
This Tip focuses on seven informal in-class needs assessments a trainer can use to avoid teaching what the trainees already know. Seven Informal In-Class Needs
This Tip talkes about five ways a trainer can save training time with informal needs assessments prior to the training program. “I could undertake to
This Tip looks at what makes a trainer credible, which includes explaining the basis for statements and beliefs. “To be persuasive, we must be believable.
This Tip points out situations where practice does not always make perfect because it can adversely affect performance. “Practice puts your brains in your muscles.“