Category: Training Tips 56
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Training Needs Analysis. It is a SUSPECT process – Part 6
The second last stage of the TNA process (suspect) is to check and analyse the data. This happens over a period of time as the data comes in via our various analysis methods. We need to check that it is consistent and valid and that there are no large inconsistencies. We may need to alter…
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Training Needs Analysis. It is a SUSPECT process – Part 5
The next stage of the SUSPECT TNA process has been posted to all of the usual locations (click here). This stage is Engage the Plan. Of course this is a very important stage where the plan is put into action and if the plan was well constructed a good supply of relevant data will be…
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Training Needs Analysis. It is a SUSPECT process – Part 4
This weeks training tips 56 video (click here) covers part 4 of the TNA process, Plan It. This is where we really get down to business with the full training needs analysis and work out our plan for how we will gather the data. Good project management skills are required here as the TNA can…
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Training Needs Analysis. It is a SUSPECT process – Part 3
The third part of the TNA series has been uploaded to all of the usual locations (click here). The third part is all about stating the problem which sounds like it is very easy but most of the big TNA disasters start right here. If this part of the process isn’t carried out correctly a…
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Training Needs Analysis. It is a SUSPECT process – Part 2
The second part of the series on the TNA process has been posted to all of the usual locations. Part two looks at the key points of uncovering and verifying the problem. This is the early research stage where you ensure that the problem actually exists and you discover the parameters and boundaries of the…
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Trainers are planners
This week’s Training Tips 56 video series is devoted to planning. Trainers can fall into three categories. Trainers who are good planners, trainers who are bad planners and trainers who think that planning is someone else’s job. Let’s make it quite clear, all trainers must be good planners and training is a highly planned process.…
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Real Client Relationships do not require contracts
Many will not agree with that statement (title above), not in this un-trusting world, but it should be true. If you really do have a solid, trusting, sharing relationship with a client, boss, student or partner then why do you need a contract? Think about that for a while. As soon as someone asks for…
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Worklife/Balance does not exist!
I have just released my latest training tips 56 video at all the usual locations. I guess this is a slightly controversial topic but one that I felt compelled to discuss as the constant references to WorkLife/Balance in all types of media was driving me insane. Who said there should be a balance? What is…
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Episode 5: Be Different
In case you didn’t notice it Episode 5 has been released today of Training Tips 56. It’s all about being different and not boring. Check it out at this location. Don’t miss next weeks special Christmas episode!