Comments on: Make the Training “Stick”

By: Gina

Gina — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 19:44:22 +0000

Hi Aswin,

Thank you for your comment. I am glad you found the article of value!

Best regards,
Gina

By: Aswin Sridhar

Aswin Sridhar — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:04:52 +0000

Working on a project on training effectiveness,thank u for ur articles,they have really helped me.U have saved my life,was stuck up for weeks.Thanks a million more times..

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VisualsSpeak Reflections: It’s Magic! - VisualsSpeak — Tue, 25 May 2010 08:02:13 +0000

[...] A Stick of Training Last year, Gina Abudi wrote an article outlining a couple of strategies for making training “sticky” — that is, actually effective in changing skills or knowledge back on the job. It’s not an exhaustive study, but it has some good ideas and is worth a peek. A Process That Would End Reality TV Researchers at the Wharton School (at University of Pennsylvania) recently published an article that group dynamics may be killing innovation. One of their proposed solutions: thinking before you speak. Ah, the universal rule broken by failed politicians, drunken toast-givers, and reality TV stars everywhere. The article summary is good; the article itself has strong content as well. Wait, It’s Not For The Free Office Supplies? Dave and Wendy Ulrich posted a piece on Forbes.com a couple of weeks ago about leaders as meaning makers. Could be a deep topic, with lots of leadership implications. Or it could be a fluff piece that uses The Apprentice and Undercover Boss (two current reality shows) to make the point that executives need to help employees find a reason to work. Unfortunately, this went the wrong way. Is ANYBODY still unclear that ritual beatings in return for a paycheck is an ineffective approach? (Other than the Ulrichs, that is.) Write On, Jason Fried! This month in Inc., Jason Fried has a piece entitled, “Why Is Business Writing So Awful?” Not only are his points right on target, but it’s a fun, pithy article. By comparing dreary corporate-speak with great examples from other companies, you can see the difference in a nanosecond. About to write something? Read this first. All Work and No Play… On Harvard Business Review’s Conversation blog yesterday, Tony Schwartz shared his experience (and the related research) about work styles and productivity. Seems that more gets done with less focused time, if you structure the time correctly. Hey, we’re on board with ANY study that shows we can work less and get more done. This one in particular is a good read. Thanks for reading the newsletter. If you found something interesting here, please help spread the word by forwarding this email to a friend. We appreciate it! [...]

By: Gina

Gina — Sat, 15 May 2010 11:27:29 +0000

Hello Jessina,

I am glad you found the article of value. Planned for up front in the training, action planning has such a significant impact. It is, however, important to plan for it up front because you want the manager’s involvement and, I always ask the participants to start thinking, prior to the program’s start, how they will apply this back on the job – working in conjunction with their immediate supervisor.

Thanks again for your comment and for reading!

Best regards,
Gina

By: Dr. Jessina Merchant

Dr. Jessina Merchant — Sat, 15 May 2010 09:19:54 +0000

Hi Gina,

That was a good read and will be very helpful to me. Going by the article I am certain that the sessions would be a delegate’s delight.

Keep it going.

Jessina

By: Gina

Gina — Wed, 05 May 2010 18:07:21 +0000

Thank you David. I am glad you found this post of value.

Best regards,
Gina

By: David

David — Wed, 05 May 2010 17:58:42 +0000

Gina,

Excellent insights and very well written. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

Kind regards,
David O’Brien
WorkChoice Solutions

By: Gina

Gina — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:17:29 +0000

Hello Ajay,

Thank you for your kind words. I am glad you enjoyed the post!

Best regards,
Gina

By: Ajay Chaudhari

Ajay Chaudhari — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:24:09 +0000

Hi Gina,

Very comprehensive and thorough. Also well defined for easy understanding. I’m sure your sessions would be a treat to attend.

Best regards,
Ajay

By: Gina

Gina — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:01:41 +0000

Hi Steve,

Thanks for your comment! I am glad you enjoyed it! I work closely with clients to ensure they understand the value of following up the training – you don’t want to waste the investment made up front!

I have looked at your blog quickly – liked what I saw! Will be reading it regularly!

Best,
Gina

By: Steve Roesler

Steve Roesler — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:24:41 +0000

Gina,

This is as thorough a treatment on follow-up as I’ve seen on any blog post or most articles. Nice going!

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Five Leadership Blog Posts Worthwhile Reading. | Never Mind the Manager — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 17:32:46 +0000

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By: Gina

Gina — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:49:10 +0000

Hi Terrence,

Thanks for reading and for your comment. Glad you found it useful. EPS could be a part of the portal solution. A great idea! Thanks for the addition to the list! What are some ideas you have for making training overall enticing to Gen Yer’s?

Best regards,
Gina

By: Terrence Wing

Terrence Wing — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:22:22 +0000

Topic is critical. Congrats on recognizing the need. One addition I would make is to add EPS (Electronic Performance Support). This is an attractive tool for our Gen Y’s. Also, it gives all trainees access to a tool to help reinforce the skills learned at the training and have a tool to help them apply the training at work.