Breaking the Myth of “Monday Blues”
The start of a new workweek often carries an air of reluctance and unease for many. Globally, “Monday blues” is a familiar phrase, used to describe the lack of motivation or enthusiasm people feel when transitioning from the weekend to a structured work schedule. However, this perception isn’t universal, nor is it entirely unchangeable. In […]
To Ensure Effective Training Delivery
Here’s an intriguing story from our lead trainer, who shared how he incorporated the concept of a totem into his training delivery. Growing up in the United States brought his first encounter with a totem pole, sparking a lifelong fascination with totems. This concept found a deeper connection with the idea introduced in Christopher Nolan’s […]
Setting Meaningful Training Goals
During a recent discussion with several employers registered under HRD Corp, it was evident that some organisations still measure their training KPIs based on “the total training hours per employee. Back in 2005, under the “Public Sector Human Resource Training Policy” (PP 6/2005), government departments and agencies introduced a standard of “7 training days per […]
Simple Tips for Smooth Training Sessions
Here are some helpful tips to deliver training sessions more smoothly: 1. Avoid animating slide titles Avoid adding animations to slide titles to maintain a clear, seamless flow in your presentation. This minimizes distractions and keeps the focus on content. 2. If you get ‘stuck,’ just click “next” If you follow tip no.1, you won’t […]
Developing a Marketing Plan
When developing a marketing plan, it’s crucial to lay the groundwork for success. Here are some tips for developing a rough marketing plan, which can be helpful whether you’re outsourcing marketing activities or handling them in-house: 1️. Find Your Niche One of the first steps is to identify your niche market. This means finding a […]
Training Beyond the Stage
Engaging in meaningful conversations is important, but not all “good conversations” are pleasant and easy. Some will get you all fired up, but the whole point is to keep calm and composed as you reason to logic rather than respond emotionally. Recently, a concern was raised by a participant about how an organisation selects individuals […]
Know Your Numbers
When a client asks for your service, have conviction in what you charge them. How? By knowing your numbers. How do I do that as a freelance trainer? Track and study your expenses. How do I know which one is which? Learn. Bare minimum, google. This is what came out on “COGS” according to google: […]
The Cornerstones of a Trainer’s Character
When you are in a service-based business, how you do something is basically how you do everything. Being a trainer, especially, how you behave in another trainer’s programme, speaks volume about your own character. And as a trainer, two (2) things define your character more than anything else: 1️. Trustworthiness When you honor your words […]
Choosing the Right Approach: Training vs. Workshop
When determining whether to use a training or workshop approach, it’s essential to consider the objectives and the participants’ readiness. “When should I choose the Training approach?” The training approach is ideal when the goal is to ensure that all participants gain a consistent level of knowledge or skill. This method is particularly effective for […]
Understanding the SAMR Model and How it Applies to the Training Industry
What is the SAMR Model? The world today is moving rapidly and we experience changes in the medium used in our daily lives, in which, a big part of it is the growth of technology. Technology plays an important role in the evolution of education especially in the learning and delivery practice. Strategies and solutions […]