Category: Tips
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PowerPoint is still useful
I like PowerPoint. There, I said it. I don’t really care what a whole host of non-PowerPoint experts say. If it is used effectively then it is a great tool that can be used to save time, engage and make learning easier for participants. The slideshare below is an excellent guide to how to use…
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Adult Learning Theory Review
I think it is a good idea to go back and check your educational theory to make sure you are applying yourself appropriately as a teacher or trainer. Here is a great summary of Adult Learning theory and principles. Read it here.
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Captivating Presentations
We would like to be able to deliver captivating presentations. I hope that I am doing a good job here in Perth this morning. Here are some tips from the experts. What Would Steve Do? 10 Lessons from the World’s Most Captivating Presenters from HubSpot All-in-one Marketing Software
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Presentation stress is good!
Many trainers (I am one of them) still get stressed before starting a session or making a speech. Sadly I actually enjoy this feeling. It gets me motivated and I enjoy the adrenalin rush. It goes away quite quickly. We often tell new trainers and teachers to relax but maybe that stress is good and…
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The Power (of the right) Words
I have discussed words in many of my posts and videos. They are an important part of the trainer’s toolkit. Here is an interesting article on words. Read the article here.
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Sunday Zephyr – Getting Fit Fast
Last Sunday I wrote a post about keeping fit to help out the brain. Obviously it helps you with your fitness and general health as well. Here is a article about how to do it more effectively, especially if you are trying to lose weight. Read the article here.
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Relating to your audience
One way of establishing rapport with a training group is to be able to relate to their backgrounds, stories and lifestyle. That is difficult to do if you are completely removed from the audience. Read this interesting article about being in an elitist bubble. It has a video and a good test which, even though…
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Presentation Nerves
Here is a quick little resource which may help those who get a little bit nervous (who doesn’t) before a presentation. Can’t see it – click here. How To Get Rid of Stage Fright before Your Next Presentation from GoToMeeting
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Why are you doing this job?
Why do you teach or train or coach or educate? Don’t know? Then it is time to get out. I could point you to a million articles and videos on passion but if you don’t have it for teaching then you never going to get it and you shouldn’t be doing it. Simple as that.…
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E learning for Beginners
I was recently invited to submit a guest post by The MBA Training Company. The blog post can be found here and will eventually consist of three posts taking readers through a three step process on how to develop elearning competence. Please check it out and let me know what you think.