Creating a Continuous Learning Environment 

There’s nothing new about the concept of continuous learning, but it has become a topic of discussion in leading organizations of late, and was a frequently heard buzzword at learning conferences in 2019.   However, recognizing a buzzword or topic of discussion is one thing – real world implementation is another entirely. The truth is simple: as workforces grow and industries evolve, […]

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Successful Workshop

Key Elements of a Successful Workshop

Motivation, new knowledge, and refined skills are just a few of the benefits received from a successful workshop. But without proper preparation and a focus on the right elements, your workshop may fall short of both you and your participant’s expectations.Andy Whitmore, a Performance Consultant for SDI Clarity and an experienced workshop facilitator, will give […]

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Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Workshop Experience

Gaining new knowledge, honing skills through practice and feedback, and growing your professional network are just a few of the benefits of attending a quality workshop. However, the best experiences are not had by simply showing up. Whether you’re being instructed to go, or are going on your own accord, there are a few things […]

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Effectively Developing Leadership Capacity

As the baby boomer generation reaches retirement, the number of employees retiring at once is skyrocketing, meaning that increasing the leadership capacity of your organization has never been more crucial. Increasing the leadership capacity of individuals within an organization feeds the leadership pipeline with talented potential leaders for the future! To maximize results in developing […]

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How to Know When to Update Your Training

Unfortunately, most people have had at least one experience with terrible training. My first experience happened while I was training for my first job as a hostess at a local chain restaurant. As I sat through videos featuring a bartender with feathered hair describing dated menu options– I remember thinking “How is this even useful […]

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How to Turn Training Events into Ongoing Learning “Experiences”

A client recently asked, “I keep hearing you talking about how we should be thinking about creating a learning experience when I’m asking for a workshop. Aren’t we saying the same thing? Is there a difference?” With employee engagement hovering around 50% and today’s employees having a 90-second attention span… yes Virginia, there is a […]

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3 Considerations for Incorporating Microlearning into Training Solutions

As a parent of children growing up in the digital age, I understand the value of microlearning. Attempting to shape behavior or teach life lessons is broken down into a series of five minute “teaching moments” at best… and that’s once you get their attention — all while competing with the microlearning they are getting […]

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Let’s Gamify This Training!

Our SDIx Creative Director Jim Barnes recently posted a blog about elements that make gamification so effective, which got me thinking about experiences I’ve had incorporating gamification into overall learning program strategies. In short, adding gaming elements CAN be highly effective if the proper thinking is done up front. Let me share an anecdote to help […]

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Instructional Design

So You’re an Instructional Designer…What’s That?

When I tell people I am an Instructional Designer, I am often faced with a puzzled expression.  As important and diverse as the field is, it is not well known… So I’ll often follow up by explaining that the role of an Instructional Designer is to design and develop efficient and effective learning experiences.  Even […]

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