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Strategy is more than a formal plan for me; it manifests itself as a consistency in behavior. Being strategic helps me look for patterns to guide my decisions, both personally and in work. Here is where we should be tapping into social tools by tracking and trending topics and conversations, in this way strategic learning … Continue reading
Have you heard about the flipped classroom model? The opportunity to create a class that is highly interactive and engaged while in a physical setting is one of my “ah-ha” moments, why would we not change our design? This would also change the role of the learning leader “from presenter of content to learning coach” … Continue reading
Learning is a process; it enhances a person’s capacity to do something. “Learning is about building the capability to create that which you previously couldn’t create. It’s ultimately related to action, which information is not” (Senge, 2006, p.191). As I look to the New Year, I ponder what I can do to build capacity in … Continue reading
I just finished reading Why I Hire People Who Fail and am reflecting on my own past learning moments. I had a manager at IBM who I was trying to convince that a project I was working on was destined to fail and his words are still with me, “yes it is not needed but … Continue reading
I am watching 10 yro’s with new iTouches and must admit that this beats being able to thread a 16mm Graflex (another day’s story) especially as I observed a clothing discussion that turned to checking the weather to make the best choice! I admit, I was a tad resistant until I read of the speech … Continue reading
I am teaching a class utilizing the teach-back method; this is where each person gives a brief, prepared lesson, utilizing various learning and facilitation strategies with the other students, who then provide written feedback to the individual. I had one person approach me and request my help in one mannerism and the request was to … Continue reading
Do you have someone you call when the computer, car, washing machine, work procedure, doesn’t work? Who is your go-to person? We all have them and as the years grow upon me I have discovered how much I rely on certain people for certain parts of my life. One daughter is remarkable in her memory … Continue reading
Let me begin by admitting that I am not a big fan of training and education – heresy you might say but let me put this into context. I am into helping people succeed; I am focused on creating seamless solutions to success. This is where I believe traditional L&D is failing for we should … Continue reading
