This Tip provides words of wisdom for a new trainer that should help them be successful by focusing on the learners, etc.
“Be a lamp, a lifeboat or a ladder.” Rumi
I love training! I enjoy the analytical process of assessing needs and determining learning objectives. It is fun to create engaging learning activities. And it is a true honor and pleasure to facilitate learning in others and to learn from them.
Words of Wisdom for a New Trainer
So, whenever someone is interested in going into training, I want to strongly encourage them. I also want them to be successful, so these are some of my words of wisdom:
- Remember that training is about the learner, not you.
- Do everything you can to set the learners up for success:
- have clear learning objectives;
- do your research so the information and techniques you are teaching are up to date;
- use a variety of learning activities that achieve the desired learning levels and meet the needs of the different learning styles.
- Get experience in the real world, so that you are credible when you stand in front of a group.
- Remember that their collective expertise often far exceeds yours. Never waste participants’ time and insult their intelligence by telling them something that some of them may already know. Ask questions first, rather than telling them. You can always fill in any gaps.
- Launch them on a voyage of self-discovery. Give them ample opportunities to share their perspectives and to practice what they’ve learned in the classroom.
- Build their confidence in their own competence.
- Value what you learn from your participants.
- Instill in your participants a love of and joy in learning. That is one of the greatest gifts you can give.
What else would you add?
Janis Taylor of Philips added this: “Make every effort to hold your training event in a pleasant room, with windows.”
May your learning be sweet.
Deborah
