Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group

It's the holidays - so we have a gift for you …our most popular podcast of 2022! OK, it's a repeat, but think of it as thoughtful regifting. Sandra Masters is a virtual event producer for the Bob Pike Group. Like the Wizard of Oz, she’s the person behind the curtain making all the magic happen. This week she explains why producers are crucial and the best way to have producers help. Purchase Becky...

We’ve all heard about The Great Resignation. The Bob Pike Group has an incredible record of retaining talented trainers even through the pandemic. Becky talks about three things you can do to make your workplace somewhere people want to be. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/562a9ewv Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-technique...

Your trainees have different ways to learn. Becky says there are ways to make your training appeal to multiple styles at the same time, so no group is left behind. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/b8j7tf52 Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources...

You can learn from Becky’s mistakes. She talks about one of the worst training sessions that she did, what she learned from it, and four things you can do to prevent it from happening to you. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/mumwaz9x Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://ww...

Technology is out there to help improve your training. But you need to use it correctly. Becky has five tips to help you maximize your learners’ performance. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/562uwd5v Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podca...

Talking about how much you should get paid is often a taboo subject. But compensation is the number 2 factor for satisfaction with a job. What should trainers get paid? Becky has statistics to help guide your discussions and decisions about pay. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n8xsc3a Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-tech...

When it comes to budgets, if you don’t ask you don’t get. Becky has some tips on how to get the budget you need to do training and development. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/562uwd5v Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos...

Whether you’re in person or online you need to get people to come to your session. So how do you stand out? Beck says the key is how you write your class description and objectives. She has four ideas to invite people to learn. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple....

This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Can you rattle off the names of everyone you had in your last class like you’ve known them for your entire life? Probably not. Becky will be the first to admit she doesn’t have the talent for remembering names like her dad Bob Pike can. But she says there are ways to make up for not having that natural talent. Purchase Becky's new book her...

If you’re impatient for action, you make be an activator—just like Becky. If you get bogged down on getting things going, you could benefit from hearing how an activator overcomes procrastination. Becky’s strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_...

If you’re impatient for action, you make be an activator—just like Becky. If you get bogged down on getting things going, you could benefit from hearing how an activator overcomes procrastination. Becky’s strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_...

Do you like to check things off a to-do list? If so, you may be an achiever, just like Becky. So how do you use this strength? Becky has some things you should remember, including taking time to celebrate! Becky’s strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium...

Communication is key no matter your job. Most people could do better on this. Communication is more than standing up and speaking in public. It’s listening and taking your audience captive. You can bring dry, boring content to life if you have this. Becky has some tips on how to use your strength as a communicator. Becky’s strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours?...

Do you feel exhausted after you present? It may be that you’re not putting your health first—and it can make your work suffer. Becky has some tips on cues, routines and rewards that will help you in the long term. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast...

You can make your content memorable if you reinforce it. Becky says it’s even more memorable if it is fun. She has some suggestions you may have not considered before. Listen and you’ll hear how learning can become poetry. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/u...

Building trust and a positive connection is crucial to having a good classroom session. Becky has some tips on how to cultivate kindness in your next presentation. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And...

Expectations and ground rules are important to managing your classroom. Becky has some thoughts on that, and how to recover from a challenging conversation. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the...

Getting back to school sometimes means working with other teachers. What makes a great collaboration? Becky has four ways you can improve your co-facilitation. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on...

When you do back-to-school shopping, you have a list. Likewise, there’s a list for teachers and trainers. But instead of supplies, it’s a list of things to we might do when we’re training. Becky has eight things that should be on your back-to-school list. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes...

This week we revisit one of our most popular episodes of this year. Becky has learned important lessons from running marathons that apply to teaching classes. It has to do with running a marathon in new shoes. What does that have to do with teaching a class? You’ll have to listen to find out. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-fie...

Sandra Masters is a virtual event producer for the Bob Pike Group. Like the Wizard of Oz, she’s the person behind the curtain making all the magic happen. This week she explains why producers are crucial and the best way to have producers help. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  http...

Last week, Sara Davis of the Bob Pike Group talked about how to keep your presentation on time by avoiding six things. This week she has the flip side — six things you should do. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862...

Sara Davis of the Bob Pike Group fills in for Becky this week. You probably never find yourself talking faster and faster to fit in your entire presentation because you have amazing time management. But perhaps a friend could use Sara’s advice on how to keep things moving, entertaining, but also on time. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the...

Janis Brown of the Bob Pike Groups fills in for Becky this week. Janis says you need to know and understand your audience so they pay attention and understand you.  Engineer curiosity! Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques...

People pay attention to charismatic people. So how do you become one? Becky has five steps for you, starting with your own confidence. You can’t sell what you haven’t bought! Send your thoughts to Becky at: bpluth@bobpikegroup.com Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.app...