Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group

No map is perfect. But a compass always points north. When coaching, don’t give your students a map. Give them a compass and let them discover the path. Becky says that’s what great leadership is all about. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Learning to be a trainer can be as tough as learning to tango. It takes a while to master even the basic steps. When training trainers, Becky says you need to start slow and be patient. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Emotions are the gifts that keep on giving long after the present is gone. Becky has a list of her favorite things for trainers that will help you be memorable. BPG & Trainer Resources BPG Free Monthly Webinar – Monthly free sessions hosted by The Bob Pike Group – https://www.bobpikegroup.com/webinars Creative Training Techniques Podcast – BPG podcast with over 500 bite-size training episodes https://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts Media & Presentation Canva (Free Version) – Free design tool for creating slides, handouts, visuals and more https://www.canva.com Rick Altman’s Webinar Series – Free sessions on slide and handout design by presentation guru https://www.trainingmagnetwork.com/events/3064?gref=LC Web-Based Activities Big Timer – Simple, large countdown timer to display during breaks or activities https://www.bigtimer.net/?minutes=10&repeat=false Calculator.net Dice Roller – More dice for more fun—multiple types and colors https://www.calculator.net/dice-roller.html Digital St

Becky says a cookie is an emotional delight. It helps people tune in to things that connect for them. What is your classroom cookie checklist? Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

You can’t rush a seed to sprout. Likewise, mentoring needs to happen at its own pace, which is not the same for all people. Becky says we should celebrate the slow growth. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Virtual learning is a performance. If you aren’t prepared, it’s going to fall flat. Becky says you should take some virtual learning cues from karaoke. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Teflon learning is forgettable. Velcro learning is sticky. Becky shows how you can make it stick with metaphors. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Did you know silence is a superpower? Becky explains how you can use that and her GROW model to be a great coach. Purchase Becky's new book here:https://tinyurl.com/26ab67ev Podcast available on iTunes here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

When you don’t build your training with neurodivergent people in mind, you’re leaving out about 20% of your audience. For example, lecture-heavy training is nearly impossible for people with ADHD. Becky has some ideas to set the training table for everyone. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

You should have a blog! It’s one of the best ways to grow your personal brand. Becky has 15 quick ideas on how to turn your blog into a business-building powerhouse. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Arrogance can make you lose your team. Humility isn’t just nice, it’s necessary. As we saw from the Great Resignation, people will leave if the leadership is poor. Becky talks about how to value people, build trust, and practice empathy. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

The time needed to develop training can vary dramatically. Standardizing templates and processes can make a big difference. Becky applies a lesson she learned about packing for a trip that can speed up your training development. Links Want to speed up development time by Robyn A. Defelice https://www.td.org/content/td-magazine/want-to-speed-up-training-development-time Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

If you’ve ever had a work conversation about performance that went sideways, you’re not alone. The key to having a productive conversation is acknowledging that emotions are a big part of it — and managing your emotions. Becky has some tips on how to do that. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Have you ever tried to relax, only to feel more stressed? Becky has some thoughts on how you can relax without spiraling into anxiety and break the stress cycle. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Training evaluations are like bad selfies. They don’t really give you a good picture. The problem is, they are often asking the wrong questions. Becky has some thoughts on how you can ask the right questions to improve your training. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Facts tell, but stories sell. A good narrative is better than a data dump. When you are trying to change an organization, well-crafted stories turn change from a hurdle into a bridge. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Becky is here to free you from your meeting prison. You can start with as little as one meeting-free day a week. It’s not about eliminating communication, it’s about making it more meaningful. Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

AI isn’t a threat to your job. It’s a tool and Becky wants you to learn how to use it to stay adaptable in a changing job market. Take the boring off your plate and become fluent in AI. Sign up for Becky’s AI for Trainers class held March 5-7 Take the Bob Pike Group’s Trainer insider Survey 2025: The future is AI Purchase Becky's new book here 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

Becky channels her inner Ken Blanchard wisdom to help you train and get out of the way. Purchase Becky's new book here: 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.

A Subject Matter Expert may know their topic really well, but how do you turn what they have to say into something that people actually want to learn? Becky says the secret is thinking of SMEs as co-bakers. They get the ingredients and you do the cooking. Resources: Mager, R. F. (2013). Preparing Instructional Objectives. AI Transcription Tools (2020-2024). Available at otter.ai. Brown, P. C., Roediger III, H. L., & McDaniel, M. A. (2014). Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning. Provine, R. R. (2013). Curious Behavior: Yawning, Laughing, Hiccupping, and Beyond. Purchase Becky's new book here: 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.