Tip #368: How to Make Boring Topics Interesting
There are no boring topics, there are only boring training methods. Topics that are highly technical and very dry are typically considered boring. However, the
March 28, 2011
There are no boring topics, there are only boring training methods. Topics that are highly technical and very dry are typically considered boring. However, the
This Tip looks at the problem of managing time limitations for lots of content, beginning by discussing why content needs to be limited. “We are
This Tip focuses on how to address valid participant concerns, beginning with it being a mandatory training. ” It is the mark of an educated
This Tip describes how to facilitate learning activities in a way that minimizes the negative impact of cognitive load. “Knowledge is of no value unless
This Tip describes a variety of specific learning activities that help participants recognize the benefits of training. Today’s Tip is based on a question that
This tip looks at how employee productivity depends on effective performance management and good communication so employees can make informed decisions. If a business wants
This tip discusses why employees need to feel important to be productive and why they need to see the big picture. “Three people were at
If a business wants to be effective in this (or any other) economy, the key is to make sure employees can be as productive as
This tip looks at six key action steps managers can take to ensure employee emotional well-being during a change. When organizations are in the throes
This tip discusses a just-in-time training in group facilitation where the employees and their supervisor immediately apply new learning. Rethinking Just-in-Time Training In the past,
This Tip identifies why it is good business to take time for training a team because it increases team cohesion and effectiveness. Take Time for
This tip looks at all the reasons why knowing “why” is important in delegation, change management, and in life. This is going to be a