Synopsis
Becky Pluth of the Bob Pike Group shares her thoughts on creative training techniques.
Episodes
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Dressing up your training
08/04/2022 Duration: 05minYou’re heading back into the office—what are your styles? Not just your clothes style (although that’s important), but how about your teaching style? Becky dresses you up with a versatile wardrobe of ideas. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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New Age Of Face-To-Face Training
01/04/2022 Duration: 05minBecky has a Disney themed podcast for you. Come on and take a ride. It’s a whole new world of face-to-face training! Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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Why Try Something New And Different?
25/02/2022 Duration: 06minIf you’ve been doing the same thing in your presentations for the last 30 years, this is the podcast for you. Becky has a list of things you can do differently. Your job is to pick just one and try it out. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts 3 hour crash source: https://store.bobpikegroup.com/virtual-presentation-skills-crash-course/?_ga=2.82864598.1747783150.1645675715-315435485.1645675715 Spring fling: https://www.bobpikegroup.com/spring-fling-certification September conference: https://ctt.bobpikegroup.com/
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Bringing Disney Magic To Your Training
17/02/2022 Duration: 06minYou can learn from Disney. We’re not talking about cute characters, merchandising, and theme parks. We’re talking about emotion, attitude, and attention to details. Becky tells us how you can use them all to make your next presentation magic. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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How Becky Met Dennis Rodman
11/02/2022 Duration: 05minDo you have an “elevator introduction” — five to ten words that say who you are? You never know when you might need them. Becky tells us how she parlayed an eight-word phrase into meeting NBA star Dennis Rodman. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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Do’s And Don’ts For YouTube Training Videos
04/02/2022 Duration: 06minDo you dream of doing a training video that goes viral? Sorry to shatter your dreams, but that’s not going to happen. What you can do is create videos that get the job done. If you follow Becky’s tips, you’ll get your message across, be clear — and maybe, maybe, have a chance of going viral. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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Tips For Co-facilitating After COVID
28/01/2022 Duration: 07minCo-facilitating a session is a like a dance. Both partners need to coordinate and pay attention to what the other is doing. Becky has some advice on how you can be the best Batman to your partner’s Robin (or vice versa). Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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Tips For Doing Your Own Podcast
14/01/2022 Duration: 06minBecky has done hundreds of podcasts. She’s learned a few things while doing them. She invites you to do some R & D with her — ripoff and duplicate! Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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Your Pre-Training Routine
08/01/2022 Duration: 06minBecky has learned important lessons from running marathons that apply to teaching classes. It has to do with running a marathon in new shoes. What does that have to do with teaching a class? You’ll have to listen to find out. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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Best Advice Becky Was Given
30/12/2021 Duration: 07minAre you being authentic? Do you even know the authentic you? Becky says she was trying to be someone else until she learned she had to be herself. She says you can borrow someone else’s stories, but you need to give them credit. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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Best Advice About Going Back To Face-To-Face Training
24/12/2021 Duration: 06minReturning to face-to-face training can make people nervous. Becky tackles the elephant in the room and gives you her top tips in a bite-sized podcast. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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Best Advice Part 2- Giving People A Choice
24/12/2021 Duration: 06minAs you return to face-to-face training, it’s important to focus on giving people choices. That way they have control of their learning. As Becky explains (or sings), “it’s a whole new world.” Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts
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How To Work For A Jerk
04/12/2021 Duration: 05minInept bosses can be difficult. Becky has four survival tips if you work for a jerk. Training Difficult People book : https://store.bobpikegroup.com/training-difficult-people/ Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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Managing Diversity
27/11/2021 Duration: 07minThink before you speak! That’s the moral of a very embarrassing personal story Becky shares in this week’s podcast. It’s a lesson you’ll want to apply to your next classroom session. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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Delegating Tasks
11/11/2021 Duration: 07minWhen do you delegate and how do you do it correctly? Becky goes over the do’s and don’ts so everyone can share in the success. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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Having A Client Focus
06/11/2021 Duration: 05minAre you telling your clients what they need instead of asking them? Becky says you need to listen — including the criticism. You don’t always have to be right, but you do want to be happy. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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Using Creativity In Training
29/10/2021 Duration: 06minOne of the core values at the Bob Pike Group is creativity: Keeping it fresh and new instead of tired and true. Becky talks about how to bring that same commitment to creativity to your own classroom. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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How To Care For Your Employees
22/10/2021 Duration: 05minHeavier workloads are driving people away from their jobs. As a manager, you can make a difference with managing that workload and showing appreciation. Becky has some thoughts on how to do both. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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Anxious With Change And Ambiguity
15/10/2021 Duration: 05minWhat makes you anxious? Can you write it down? Becky helps you visualize the problem and how you might solve it. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
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Being Action Oriented
07/10/2021 Duration: 05minSuffering from procrastination and paralysis because you’re a perfectionist? Becky has experience of overcoming all these and getting the project out the door. Ready, fire, aim! Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos