Foolish Thoughts are produced by A Fool for Learning, covering topics on learning, management, leadership, etc.
AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone
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.
Hybrid meetings have been a staple of the business world since 2019/2020. However, they can disintegrate into a bit of a mess, unless you follow a couple of simple communication rules. #HybridMeetings #VirtualCollaboration #MeetingInnovation #SeamlessCommunication
Do you have a co-worker who constantly tells you how busy they are? Do you constantly tell everyone how busy you are? #BusyBragging #stressbragging #LivingTheDream
To maintain an LLC, there is a cost. Have a listen to why I have decided to shut down my Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Maryland. #LimitedLiabilityCompany #BusinessFormation #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessOwnership #CompanyRegistration #BusinessStrategy #FinancialProtection