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Published: May 16, 2023
Can conducting a learner analysis save time and money?
That’s the question we are trying to answer in this 2-part series.
In part 1, I present a case study on Company A (who did not conduct an analysis).
Now, it’s time to look at Company Z, a training solutions provider. They conducted a learner analysis before creating training.
In this article, I breakdown of the how much the training cost, the monetary benefit of the training, and the total time it took to create. Then we calculate ROI to determine if was successful.
Read the full article to find out what happened.
Published: April 18, 2023
Can conducting a learner analysis save time and money?
That’s the question we are trying to answer in this 2-part series. In part 1, I’ll present a case study from one of my clients, who we will call “Company A.” Company A has approximately 2,000 employees. Each year, 1,000 or more employees are required to complete an internal policy and process training.
In this article, I breakdown of the how much the training cost, the monetary benefit of the training, and the total time it took to create. Then we calculate ROI to determine if was successful.
Read the full article to find out what happened.
Published: March 21, 2023
Ah…the learner analysis.
A process that helps designers figure out the learner who is taking our training. While the learner analysis has been widely accepted as the starting point for most design projects, it is difficult to find a clear process in how to successfully conduct one again and again.
Wouldn’t it be great if there was a step-by-step process that could guide you through creating a learner analysis?
Look no further, because in this article I am going to break down the exact steps you can take to create a unique learner analysis that will help you build a solid training plan. The best part is that this process will help you set up training that actually solves the problems learners have!
Published: February 21, 2023
Have you ever started a project knowing exactly how to do it and by the end of it you're scratching your head asking, “What went wrong?”
You're not alone. It’s difficult to create successful training!
So, where do you start? By understanding the needs of your learners. After all, the ultimate goal of training is to help learners acquire new knowledge, skills, or change their behavior. That's why it's critical to start with a learner analysis when designing training.
But, did you know that that a Learner Analysis can set you up for success in other ways?
Published: January 24, 2023
The learning landscape is changing. This means as leaders we need to prepare for what 2023 will bring. This month, we will look at 4 trends in 2023 that will impact the culture of learning within your organization.
Why begin planning now? It's the difference between running a "proactive" and a "reactive" learning department.
Published: December 13, 2022
The learning landscape is changing. This means as leaders we need to prepare for what 2023 will bring. This month, we will look at 4 trends in 2023 that will impact the culture of learning within your organization.
Why begin planning now? It's the difference between running a "proactive" and a "reactive" learning department.
Published: November 22, 2022
**What if employee training could be better?**
How many times have you thought about making your training better? Maybe you were asked this by people within your organization. Maybe you were hired to solve this problem. It seems more and more people are asking, “how can we create better training experiences for employees”?
In this month’s article we look at 5 steps to better training. What’s the secret? It’s all about creating training that is focused on your learner and solving their problems. Because, you can’t go wrong when you create learner focused training.
(Be sure to bookmark this article so you can prepare for your next project!)
Published: October 11, 2022
Have you ever heard the saying, “Leadership is lonely?”
One of the barriers that may be holding you back is the fear of being alone.
As you step into leadership, it’s important you recognize a powerful tool that will help you overcome loneliness, find solutions to problems, and help you grow… Your Network.
This month we look at the leadership benefits of growing your network + 3 things you can do today!
Published: September 6, 2022
Are you an L&D professional thinking of making the leap to leadership?
This month I reflect on the 5 mindset shifts I had to focus on as I moved from L&D Designer to L&D Leader.
Bookmark this article! You will find yourself wanting to return to this information again and again as you identify your mindset barriers to leadership.
Published: August 9, 2022
How do we create online learning that
Helps the learners learn new skills?
Helps your organization to improve performance?
By starting with these 3 questions every leader should answer before creating online training.
Published: July 19, 2022
If most of your training is in-person, you may be thinking: Do I really need online learning too?
Today, employees expect (even demand) that we provide flexibility and better access to learning. Yet, we still keep offering training and learning the same way we always have: as one-off learning sessions that take place over the course of 6 hours. As leaders, should we be offering our people more?
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