Break-Time Boogie
There is a very cute timer animation called Break-Time Boogie that I use in my programs. With music and animation, it adds characters as the minutes count down- either for 10 or 15 minutes. It is fun, the music is upbeat, and it beats the monotony of a countdown clock or timer projected on the screen.
First It Wasn’t Available Any More
Kathy Fraser attended a train-the-trainer program I facilitated in New York City before Christmas.She was interested in getting a copy for her company. I told her I had purchased it from Trainer’s Warehouse. On January 2nd, she discovered that it was no longer available. Kathy contacted me to see whether there was another place that sold it.
I Reached Out to Trainer’s Warehouse
I contacted a Trainer’s Warehouse representative, Lonnie. He gave me the sad news that it was a program they had produced in-house but discontinued. Apparently, focus group feedback had indicated it was too unsophisticated and limited.
I explained that I train new trainers every month around the country. They would love to use the program and would not be disappointed with its limitations. In addition, I told the representative that there were no other timer animations available right now to my knowledge, after a lengthy Google search. Also, that Trainer’s Warehouse was missing a huge and eager market for the program.
Well, on January 3rd, Lonnie called me back . He said they had reconsidered their decision to stop producing the program. It was entirely possible that they might reintroduce it very soon. How’s THAT for listening to customers???!!
They Decided to Make It Available Again
This message came on January 17th:
“Hey Deb,
I thought I’d let you know that I emailed Trainer’s Warehouse yesterday and asked them about Break-Time Boogie. I received a reply today from Joyce that it will be definitely coming back. It will be available in about two weeks, sell for $10 and the code will be SOBGY. Pass on the good news!
Kathy:
Thanks, Kathy!
So, I am now officially passing on the good news: a fun countdown animation program available in both PC and Mac-compatible versions- at an amazingly low price!
Here’s to Trainer’s Warehouse, for their wonderful, prompt and positive response to customer feedback!
Now, please show them I was right about there being a market for the product and go get one for yourself!!! The website is <http://www.trainerswarehouse.com/>. [Disclaimer: Please note that I am not connected in any way with Trainer’s Warehouse, nor do I benefit from any purchases on the site.]
And if you know of any other countdown animation programs, please let us know!!
