Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning

Over the last 15 to 20 years, we have seen the rise of ANTI-PERKS.  If you don't know what an anti-perk is, then have a listen. #EmployeeEngagement  #Benefits  #InnovationInWorkplace #EmployeePerks  #WorkplaceBenefits #JobPerks #TalentAttraction  #CompanyCulture

Have a listen to a recent survey which identified the least "thanked" jobs.  Will you agree? #thankful #motivation #appreciation #gratitude #appreciate #grateful #thanks #thankyou 

Hear what is considered currently the most useless email phrase.  Do you agree?   #business #emails #emailsuccess #emailtips #stupid #worthless #useless

Are you a member of the Snippet Generation?  Do you even know what that is?  Then have a listen! #trend #lifestyle #life #generationz #genz #youth

Have a listen to the survey results of 800 HR professionals regarding colleges not preparing future employees.  And, I chime in with some of my Foolish Thoughts on the matter.   #hiring #hr #work #staffing #business #education #humanresources #jobs #recruitment #career #employment 

A recent survey of 800 recent graduates claims that many of them earned the wrong degree.  Have a listen as to why they believe this. #college #collegeeducation #collegedegree #studentsuccess #success #degree #university

Are you a classroom teacher?  Have you ever thought about making a career change?  Have you ever thought about going into the world of corporate training?  Then have a listen about making that jump! #education #training #teacher #teaching #learning #classroom  #educators

Have a listen to a gentleman who ran out of space on his email account and the advice I provided to him. #emailtips #emails #business #emailmanagement

Did you hear about The Toilet Paper Resignation? Have a listen to learn all about it and some questions that I have, #management #employee #resigning #quitting #employment #resign #employer #resignation

Have a listen to a criticism I have about a recent article on learning objectives. #learningobjective  #goals #trainingobjectives  #training  #understanding

When you retire, you begin to reminisce about things. Hear about one game, which I played when I was child.   #games #childhood #childhoodmemories #childhoodlife #childhoodmemory

When you retire, you begin to reminisce about things. Hear about one game, which I played when I was child. #games #childhood #childhoodmemories #childhoodlife #childhoodmemory

When you retire, it may be difficult to "de-link" from your profession or other interests/activities. Hear about what I did to begin the process of "de-linking". #remove #delink #professionallife #professional 

In previous episodes, I discussed a number of "places" you might source or find items, which you may sell on eBay and other platforms. In this episode, I will discuss one which some have had success. #resellers #ebaylife #ebaycommunity #reselling #ebayseller #resell #reseller #ebay #garagesales

When you observe a trainer in action, do so in a stealth manner.  Hear about a time when I was observed, and it was anything but.   #training #learning #observation #ProfessionalDevelopment #TrainingAndDevelopment #SkillEnhancement  

There are many things you can do to simplify your lifestyle in retirement.  Hear about one way but you will need to change your expectations.   #retirement #retirementlife #simplification

When you retire, this is one of the things you should.  However, many do not necessarily think of doing this. Note: No episodes will be published on April 15 and April 17, 2025.   #cleanout #delete #files #digitalfiles #digital #retirement #retirementlife

Once I decided to retire, I was determined not to simply watch the grass grow.  Hear about the first thing I did.   #LifeAfterWork  #RetirementGoals  #RetirementLifestyle  #FuturePlanning  #EnjoyingRetirement  

Have you heard about "Special Interview" Tests?  Do you know what they are?  Do you give them?  Have a listen as to what they are and why they are given. #JobInterview  #InterviewTips  #InterviewPreparation  #JobSearch  #InterviewSuccess  

Have a listen to ten ways to know if your training has been effective.  These will truly resonate with anyone in the learning/training profession. #business #training #inspiration #teaching #success #motivation #life #leadership #skills #classroom 

"Learn Something New Each Day" can and should be done by everyone, especially by someone you might least expect.    

Looking to sell on eBay or one of the many other platforms, then learn how you can "Source from the Dead." #reselling #ebaylife #resellers #resellerlife #estatesales #ebay

In this continuation from the last episode, learn how you can source at no or low cost. #ebayreseller #reseller #ebaylife #resellercommunity #ebaystore #ebay #reselingl 

Learn about the fastest and easiest way you can source for selling on eBay. #ebayreseller #reseller #ebaylife #resellers #resellercommunity #resellerlife #reselling #ebay

One of the things my father would always say that you need to "Know When to Pack It In."  Hear about me doing just that and some changes to this podcast.    

When speaking to a group - large or small - making eye contact is essential.  Have a listen to not only the why but also the how.   #EyeContact   #NonverbalCommunication  #InterpersonalSkills   #EffectiveCommunication  #Connection  

Have a listen as to why using gestures is important while you speak.   #Gesture #Gestures #NonverbalCommunication #BodyLanguage #CommunicationSkills #HumanConnection 

Do your mannerisms distract from your message?  Have a listen to what you need to do, to help your audience focus on your message. #Mannerisms  #BodyLanguage  #CommunicationSkills  #NonverbalCommunication  

Every consultant needs to have more than one revenue stream.  Some, like myself, may sell on eBay.  Have a listen to how you can keep some of the hidden costs under control, if you decide to sell on eBay.   #revenuestream #consultingrevenue  #ebayseller #ebay #resellingcommunity #ebaysellerlife #ebayselling

Every consultant needs to have more than one revenue stream.  Some, like myself, may sell on eBay.  Have a listen to some of the hidden costs you will encounter, if you decide to sell on eBay.   #revenuestream #consultingrevenue  #ebayseller #ebay #resellingcommunity #ebaysellerlife #ebayselling

Trainers love to use games as part of their workshops/courses.  However, are they appropriate?  Have a listen to some of the questions you need to ask to ensure that they are appropriate for your workshop/course.   #TrainerGuide  #GamePerformance  #GameDevelopment  #boardgames #simulationgame #strategygame

Trainers love to use games as part of their workshops/courses.  However, are they appropriate?  Have a listen to some of the questions you need to ask to ensure that they are appropriate for your workshop/course.   #TrainerGuide  #GamePerformance  #GameDevelopment  #boardgames #simulationgame #strategygame

A recent survey of job seekers found that a sizable portion lied on their resumes.  Have a listen to the reasons why. #recruiting #business #jobseekers #curriculumvitae #hr #recruitment #resumedesign #resumewriting #resume 

Hear about a very simple ice breaker that you can use! #breaktheice #life #icebreaker #gettingtoknowyou #teambuilding #corporateteambuilding #icebreakers

On February 8, 2025 the Boy Scouts of America will rebrand itself to Scouting America.  Have a listen as to why I think it is a terrible rebrand. #boyscoutsofamerica #orderofthearrow #wosm #eaglescout #scouting #cubscouts #beprepared #boyscout #scoutsbsa #scoutingamerica #venturing #exploring

Do you "like" the postings by various business?  Has it every benefited or hurt you?  Have a listen to a story about liking a business and something you may consider doing, if you do not do so.   #like #follow day #comment #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinessmarketing #business #businessowners #businesstip #inspiration #businessmarketing

Have a listen to what some employees are doing: Quiet Vacationing!  I am a little surprised by it. #business #productivity #mentalhealth #worklife #remotework #work #timemanagement #workfromhome #jobs #worklifebalanced 

Have a listen to the latest trend of white collar workers. #goofingaround #wastetime #timemanagement #dontwastetime #timewasteing

Your company wants you to go back to the office five days a week?  Hear about what some are doing to oppose that.   #HybridWorkModel   #FutureOfWork  #WorkplaceFlexibility  #RemoteAndInOffice  #WorkLifeBalance #EmployeeEngagement  

It is important, when designing training, to ensure that learners aren't simply and always getting the perfect client/customer/situation.   #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkplaceTraining  #ContinuousLearning #TrainingAndDevelopment #LearningCulture  

Hear about the time I got hired and it was a huge waste of time.  And, yes, I name the organization!   #ProfessionalEtiquette #WorkplaceGhosting  #ghosting  #CandidateExperience #TalentAcquisition  #AnneArundelCC

Have a listen to what some organizations are actually doing when they post a job.  It is actually quite shameful!   #JobOpportunities  #TalentAcquisition #Recruitment  #Hiring #Careers #JobSearch

Depending upon where you are from, you may have an accent.  But did you know, there is a Corporate Accent? #accent   #EffectiveCommunication #GlobalBusiness  #ProfessionalLanguage #CorporateJargon #jargon

Welcome Back!  In this very short episode, have a listen to a couple of the episodes planned for the next few weeks. And as always, Happy New Year!

Some end of the year thoughts and THANK YOU!    

Have a listen to the final episode, which finishes up the parts or sections of a good Succession Plan. #SuccessionPlanning  #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity  #StrategicPlanning  #WorkforcePlanning

In this fourth episode, we will look at the parts or sections which make up a successful Succession Plan. #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity #StrategicPlanning #WorkforcePlanning

In this third of the five part series, we will continue with the "why" of Succession Planning. #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment  #BusinessContinuity #StrategicPlanning #WorkforcePlanning

In this second of a five part series, we will look at the "why" of succession planning.   #SuccessionPlanning   #LeadershipDevelopment  #BusinessContinuity  #StrategicPlanning   #WorkforcePlanning

In this five part series, we will take a look at Succession Planning.  This episode will focus on defining Succession Planning. #SuccessionPlanning  #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity  #StrategicPlanning  #WorkforcePlanning

I am grateful to each of my listeners. I will publish my next episode on Tuesday, Dec. 3rd.