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Becky Pluth of the Bob Pike Group shares her thoughts on creative training techniques.

Becky Pluth Of The Bob Pike Group


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    Keeping Your Talented Trainers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 6:28


    We've all heard about The Great Resignation. The Bob Pike Group has an incredible record of retaining talented trainers even through the pandemic. Becky talks about three things you can do to make your workplace somewhere people want to be. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/562a9ewv Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs. Visit at: https://tinyurl.com/3sdvuu4k Harvard Business Review article - who is driving the great resignation? https://hbr.org/2021/09/who-is-driving-the-great-resignation Blind Spots book https://tinyurl.com/3777aru6

    Training For All Styles Of Learners

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2022 5:26


    Your trainees have different ways to learn. Becky says there are ways to make your training appeal to multiple styles at the same time, so no group is left behind. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/b8j7tf52 Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs. Visit at: https://tinyurl.com/yc37y8kf

    Making Sure Your Training Has Impact

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2022 5:16


    You can learn from Becky's mistakes. She talks about one of the worst training sessions that she did, what she learned from it, and four things you can do to prevent it from happening to you. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/mumwaz9x Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs. Visit at: https://tinyurl.com/59umuts3

    Technology To Improve Your Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 4:47


    Technology is out there to help improve your training. But you need to use it correctly. Becky has five tips to help you maximize your learners' performance. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/562uwd5v Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs. Visit at: https://tinyurl.com/5yehdamf

    How Much Should You Get Paid?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 5:47


    Talking about how much you should get paid is often a taboo subject. But compensation is the number 2 factor for satisfaction with a job. What should trainers get paid? Becky has statistics to help guide your discussions and decisions about pay. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n8xsc3a Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs. Visit at: https://tinyurl.com/2dzrhp2v

    Getting The Training Budget You Need

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2022 5:33


    When it comes to budgets, if you don't ask you don't get. Becky has some tips on how to get the budget you need to do training and development. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/562uwd5v Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs. Visit at: https://tinyurl.com/5yehdamf

    Filling Your Classroom Seats

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 6:04


    Whether you're in person or online you need to get people to come to your session. So how do you stand out? Beck says the key is how you write your class description and objectives. She has four ideas to invite people to learn. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos The industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

    How To Recall Everyone's Name (Even Though You Just Met Them)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 4:54


    This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Can you rattle off the names of everyone you had in your last class like you've known them for your entire life? Probably not. Becky will be the first to admit she doesn't have the talent for remembering names like her dad Bob Pike can. But she says there are ways to make up for not having that natural talent. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Including Everyone

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 6:06


    If you're impatient for action, you make be an activator—just like Becky. If you get bogged down on getting things going, you could benefit from hearing how an activator overcomes procrastination. Becky's strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_strengths_branded_cs_ecom&utm_term=strengthsfinder&gclid=CjwKCAjwp9qZBhBkEiwAsYFsb6fKxIwaUO3ehcTcWEQG48gl04Sryooik6qBXyuiAMqBH_wvXBoE7xoCSCoQAvD_BwE Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Activator - Let's Get Going!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 5:45


    If you're impatient for action, you make be an activator—just like Becky. If you get bogged down on getting things going, you could benefit from hearing how an activator overcomes procrastination. Becky's strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_strengths_branded_cs_ecom&utm_term=strengthsfinder&gclid=CjwKCAjwp9qZBhBkEiwAsYFsb6fKxIwaUO3ehcTcWEQG48gl04Sryooik6qBXyuiAMqBH_wvXBoE7xoCSCoQAvD_BwE Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    An Achiever's Strength - Divine Restlessness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 6:12


    Do you like to check things off a to-do list? If so, you may be an achiever, just like Becky. So how do you use this strength? Becky has some things you should remember, including taking time to celebrate! Becky's strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_strengths_branded_cs_ecom&utm_term=strengthsfinder&gclid=CjwKCAjwp9qZBhBkEiwAsYFsb6fKxIwaUO3ehcTcWEQG48gl04Sryooik6qBXyuiAMqBH_wvXBoE7xoCSCoQAvD_BwE Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    The Strength Of Communication

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 5:55


    Communication is key no matter your job. Most people could do better on this. Communication is more than standing up and speaking in public. It's listening and taking your audience captive. You can bring dry, boring content to life if you have this. Becky has some tips on how to use your strength as a communicator. Becky's strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_strengths_branded_cs_ecom&utm_term=strengthsfinder&gclid=CjwKCAjwp9qZBhBkEiwAsYFsb6fKxIwaUO3ehcTcWEQG48gl04Sryooik6qBXyuiAMqBH_wvXBoE7xoCSCoQAvD_BwE Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Four Things That Put You In Charge Of Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 5:38


    Do you feel exhausted after you present? It may be that you're not putting your health first—and it can make your work suffer. Becky has some tips on cues, routines and rewards that will help you in the long term. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Fun Ways To Reinforce Stuff - Including Poetry

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 6:06


    You can make your content memorable if you reinforce it. Becky says it's even more memorable if it is fun. She has some suggestions you may have not considered before. Listen and you'll hear how learning can become poetry. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Cultivating Kindness In The Classroom

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 6:06


    Building trust and a positive connection is crucial to having a good classroom session. Becky has some tips on how to cultivate kindness in your next presentation. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Back To School - Classroom Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 6:52


    Expectations and ground rules are important to managing your classroom. Becky has some thoughts on that, and how to recover from a challenging conversation. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Back To School - Working With Other Teachers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022 6:13


    Getting back to school sometimes means working with other teachers. What makes a great collaboration? Becky has four ways you can improve your co-facilitation. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Back To School Checklist For Teachers And Trainers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 6:48


    When you do back-to-school shopping, you have a list. Likewise, there's a list for teachers and trainers. But instead of supplies, it's a list of things to we might do when we're training. Becky has eight things that should be on your back-to-school list. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Your Pre-Training Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 6:43


    This week we revisit one of our most popular episodes of this year. Becky has learned important lessons from running marathons that apply to teaching classes. It has to do with running a marathon in new shoes. What does that have to do with teaching a class? You'll have to listen to find out. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Three Truths About Producing Virtual Events

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2022 5:15


    Sandra Masters is a virtual event producer for the Bob Pike Group. Like the Wizard of Oz, she's the person behind the curtain making all the magic happen. This week she explains why producers are crucial and the best way to have producers help. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Six Presentation Timing Do's

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 5:19


    Last week, Sara Davis of the Bob Pike Group talked about how to keep your presentation on time by avoiding six things. This week she has the flip side — six things you should do. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Six Presentation Timing Don'ts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 5:03


    Sara Davis of the Bob Pike Group fills in for Becky this week. You probably never find yourself talking faster and faster to fit in your entire presentation because you have amazing time management. But perhaps a friend could use Sara's advice on how to keep things moving, entertaining, but also on time. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Mastering The Me In What's In It For Me (WIIFM)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2022 6:19


    Janis Brown of the Bob Pike Groups fills in for Becky this week. Janis says you need to know and understand your audience so they pay attention and understand you.  Engineer curiosity! Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Five Steps To Become More Charismatic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 5:48


    People pay attention to charismatic people. So how do you become one? Becky has five steps for you, starting with your own confidence. You can't sell what you haven't bought! Send your thoughts to Becky at: bpluth@bobpikegroup.com Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Motivation In Learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 6:31


    People are obviously motivated when their job or money is on the line. But if that's not the case, motivation becomes a little harder. Becky has several ideas for solutions… including collecting stamps! Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Your Webinar Cast Of Characters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 6:15


    If you do enough webinars, you will eventually run into a difficult virtual learner. Becky has some ideas on how you can deal with challenging behaviors. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Make Your Sessions ADA-Compliant And Easier To Understand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 6:09


    Is your presentation compliant with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)? Captions, colors and contrast all play a part in making your presentation accessible to all. Becky talks how you can make it part of the design instead of an afterthought. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Improving Test Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 5:16


    Questions can provide zip to your presentation… if you do them the right way. Becky talks about “death by matching” and other unfair questions you'll want to avoid. You can also take the Bob Pike Group's three-hour crash course on assessment questions https://store.bobpikegroup.com/creating-effective-assessments-crash-course/?_ga=2.121107848.1036813151.1652295520-19518901.1623951405 Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    When To Write A Book

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 5:44


    Becky has written 10 books. How does she figure out when to write a new one? Listen, take notes and you, too, can write a happy ending to your book dreams. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Focusing On Facilitating

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 5:56


    Facilitating can be very powerful. You can create a very motivating… or demotivating experience depending upon how you do it. Becky walks us through the four main purposes of facilitating and how you can keep things moving. Better Virtual Meetings Crash Course by The Bob Pike Group https://store.bobpikegroup.com/better-virtual-meetings-crash-course/?_ga=2.161311293.1464407801.1647377566-19518901.1623951405&_gac=1.114454517.1646935537.CjwKCAiA4KaRBhBdEiwAZi1zzixJMe33BltZSiISeJcMEjjQZCe5AJYlF8feLyd6FU5xkenddpZAYhoCsBsQAvD_BwE Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    10 Ways To Mix It Up With Polls

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 5:34


    Everyone likes being asked their opinion. Becky says you can use that to your advantage when doing presentations. She has 10 ways you can use polls—including making numbers fun. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    The Worst Training Mistakes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 5:55


    The Bob Pike Group did a survey to uncover the worst mistakes people make in doing training. Laugh and cry as Becky talks about the things you should not try. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    TED-Ex Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 5:32


    You know what a TED talk is. Now listen and learn to do a TED-Ex. Becky has a selection of styles for you to select.   BIG Ideas https://www.ted.com/speakers/bryan_stevenson https://www.ted.com/speakers/onora_o_neill   Tech Demo https://www.ted.com/speakers/tan_le https://www.ted.com/speakers/markus_fischer   The Performance https://www.ted.com/speakers/usman_riaz https://www.ted.com/speakers/arthur_benjamin   The Artists Statement https://www.ted.com/speakers/kk_raghava https://www.ted.com/speakers/liu_bolin   The Dazzle With Wonder” https://www.ted.com/speakers/marcus_byrne   The Small Idea https://www.ted.com/speakers/mary_roach https://www.ted.com/speakers/charlie_todd   The “Issue” Talk https://www.ted.com/speakers/rodrigo_canales https://www.ted.com/speakers/rose_george Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Some of Becky's favorite things that you should have

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 5:59


    Tools, images, props, and consulting tips to make your life a little easier. Not only a podcast, but links! A few of my favorite things • www.umu.com This is a dynamic tool for microlearning as well as some tools for live online teaching. (Three-month subscription) • www.c3softworks.com a gamification tool that students and adults alike love. (Three-Month Cloud-Based Subscription) • www.simpleshow.com allows you to create vignettes quickly and turns content into “drawings” a bit like doodle. (Three-Month Cloud-Based Subscription) • https://www.soapboxify.com/ Soapbox allows you to generate an entire lesson plan for face-to-face or virtual training. It includes activities (complete with step-by-step instructions)  connected to your learning objectives in less than 10 minutes. (Three-Month Cloud-Based Subscription) Fee and Free Images www.pixabay.com www.canva.com www.bigstockphoto.com www.istockphoto.com www.venngage.com www.postermywall.com     Tools/Props www.trainerswarehouse.com www.orientaltrading.com www.dollartree.com www.hobbylobby.com www.currentcatalog.com Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Killer presentation tactics

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 4:39


    Are you ready for Becky's pop quiz? It has nothing and yet everything to do with doing memorable presentations. She has four tips plus a bonus. Killer Presentation Tactics https://m.umu.com/course/?groupId=133286&sKey=c4bf45cf18e9b5b5dc8b908c929c6d7c Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Beating Zoom fatigue

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 5:43


    Being on camera is intense work! Why make your learners work so hard in a Zoom session? Get rid of the eye glaze. Becky has some tips to avoid the burnout from overusing virtual platforms. Early eye gaze research Argyle, M., & Dean, J. (1965). Eye-contact, distance and affiliation. Sociometry, 28(3), 289–304. https://doi.org/10.2307/2786027 Bailenson, J. N., Blascovich, J., Beall, A. C., & Loomis, J. M. (2001). Equilibrium theory revisited: Mutual gaze and personal space in virtual environments. Presence, 10(6), 583–598. https://doi.org/10.1162/105474601753272844   Takac, M., Collett, J., Blom, K. J., Conduit, R., Rehm, I., & Foe, A. D. (2019). Public speaking anxiety decreases within repeated virtual reality training sessions. PLOS ONE, 14(5). https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0216288   Non verbal/verbal Croes, E. A. J., Antheunis, M. L., Schouten, A. P., & Krahmer, E. J. (2019). Social attraction in video-mediated communication: The role of nonverbal affiliative behavior. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 36(4), 1210–1232. https://doi.org/10.1177/0265407518757382 Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Dressing up your training

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 5:32


    You're heading back into the office—what are your styles? Not just your clothes style (although that's important), but how about your teaching style? Becky dresses you up with a versatile wardrobe of ideas. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    New Age Of Face-To-Face Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 5:01


    Becky has a Disney themed podcast for you. Come on and take a ride. It's a whole new world of face-to-face training! Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Keep It Short: Why One Page Is Better

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 5:57


    This week we're revisiting one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Got something to sell? A product? A class? Yourself? Whatever it is, Becky says to be effective you need make your pitch in just one page. She has some tips on what to include and leave out. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Ken Blanchard's Four Learning Insights

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 6:30


    This week we're revisiting one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Ken Blanchard's “One Minute Manager” is a legendary book for helping people become better managers. Ken has shared with Becky four important tips to creating learning champions within your own company. Ken Blanchard's books https://www.amazon.com/Minute-Manager-Kenneth-Blanchard-Ph-D/dp/074350917X Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    Why Try Something New And Different?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 6:28


    If you've been doing the same thing in your presentations for the last 30 years, this is the podcast for you. Becky has a list of things you can do differently. Your job is to pick just one and try it out. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts 3 hour crash source: https://store.bobpikegroup.com/virtual-presentation-skills-crash-course/?_ga=2.82864598.1747783150.1645675715-315435485.1645675715 Spring fling: https://www.bobpikegroup.com/spring-fling-certification September conference: https://ctt.bobpikegroup.com/

    Bringing Disney Magic To Your Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 6:08


    You can learn from Disney. We're not talking about cute characters, merchandising, and theme parks. We're talking about emotion, attitude, and attention to details. Becky tells us how you can use them all to make your next presentation magic. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    How Becky Met Dennis Rodman

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 5:53


    Do you have an “elevator introduction” — five to ten words that say who you are? You never know when you might need them. Becky tells us how she parlayed an eight-word phrase into meeting NBA star Dennis Rodman. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Do's And Don'ts For YouTube Training Videos

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 6:18


    Do you dream of doing a training video that goes viral? Sorry to shatter your dreams, but that's not going to happen. What you can do is create videos that get the job done. If you follow Becky's tips, you'll get your message across, be clear — and maybe, maybe, have a chance of going viral. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Tips For Co-facilitating After COVID

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 7:38


    Co-facilitating a session is a like a dance. Both partners need to coordinate and pay attention to what the other is doing. Becky has some advice on how you can be the best Batman to your partner's Robin (or vice versa). Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Tips For Doing Your Own Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 6:30


    Becky has done hundreds of podcasts. She's learned a few things while doing them. She invites you to do some R & D with her — ripoff and duplicate! Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Your Pre-Training Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2022 6:43


    Becky has learned important lessons from running marathons that apply to teaching classes. It has to do with running a marathon in new shoes. What does that have to do with teaching a class? You'll have to listen to find out. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Best Advice Becky Was Given

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 7:10


    Are you being authentic? Do you even know the authentic you? Becky says she was trying to be someone else until she learned she had to be herself. She says you can borrow someone else's stories, but you need to give them credit. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Best Advice Part 2- Giving People A Choice

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2021 6:07


    As you return to face-to-face training, it's important to focus on giving people choices. That way they have control of their learning. As Becky explains (or sings), “it's a whole new world.” Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts

    Best Advice About Going Back To Face-To-Face Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2021 6:07


    Returning to face-to-face training can make people nervous. Becky tackles the elephant in the room and gives you her top tips in a bite-sized podcast. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

    How To Work For A Jerk

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2021 5:25


    Inept bosses can be difficult. Becky has four survival tips if you work for a jerk. Training Difficult People book : https://store.bobpikegroup.com/training-difficult-people/ Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos

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