Have you ever sat in on a web training that never really taught you what you were hoping to learn? Maybe a great title drew you in and if you’re like me, you gave the presenter the benefit of the doubt for the first 15 minutes or so. But then as the time went on, you started finding that this …
In this week’s video blog, we’ll explore the differences between a webinar and a Live Online Training. These considerations will help you be sure you’re achieving your goal and that your participants are getting what they hope for out of your training.
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One of the hottest topics for Live Online Classes is, “How do I drive engagement?”
In this video blog, you’ll learn the three essentials for driving engagement in your live online classes, including my “secret weapon.” Watch here:
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On a trip to Disneyland years ago, I have a distinct memory of enjoying the thrill of Thunder Mountain when suddenly the little roller coaster had some kind of technical difficulties. The ride came to a stop and within seconds – a cheery booming voice spoke out “Hang on to your hats Pardner’s – we’ll be taking off again in …
I’m a fan of House of Cards now in it’s second season. Kevin Spacey’s character Francis, the lead role, frequently turns to the screen and interacts with the viewers – sharing with the audience what is really going on for him. For instance in the Season 2 opening episode, he is getting sworn into a new office and all background …
Great Virtual Training
I have been delivering virtual training sessions for over four years now and have it has replaced much of my instructor led training.
And when I say delivering, I’m talking about delivering literally hundreds of sessions to the most widely diverse audience you can imagine.
These sessions include international outsourcing companies, dental supply companies, software companies, …
What does it take to be a great virtual trainer?
With all the access to virtual platforms that are available today, a great many people are delivering ‘virtual training.’
Certainly, there are some fundamental virtual trainer / facilitation skills that translate well, whether in a virtual environment or a classroom setting.
Those fundamental virtual trainer skills are:
• The ability to navigate and engage …
I’ve noticed two diametrically opposed approaches to the facilitator using a camera in VILT. The first is to leave it on all the time, intending to create the feel of a live instructor and the second is to leave it off altogether. I land in the camp of “put the camera on when you’re on – and only when you’re …