Training

When it comes to training, first impressions matter, and how a course is designed can play a significant role. That's why it's so essential for instructors to take the time to design their courses thoughtfully. We have just completed our next module on our Train the Trainer Academy, which is about course design. It will also be a standalone remote...

It's normal to feel nervous before public speaking. After all, you want to do a good job and be well-received by your audience. We see this all the time on our Train the Trainer suite of courses and qualifications. The good news is that there are some things you can do to calm your nerves so that you can deliver...

We know that rapport is essential. It's the magical feeling of trust and connection we get with someone when we feel like they really understand us. When you're delivering training, whether to a group or one-on-one, rapport is essential. Without it, participants will be less likely to engage with the material, pay attention, and retain what they've learned. So how...

Enthusiasm is incredibly important when delivering training. Trainers who are passionate about their subject matter are more likely to engage and inspire their learners. This, in turn, leads to better training outcomes. Here's a closer look at why enthusiasm matters and how you can make sure you bring plenty of it to your next training session. Why Enthusiasm Matters...

When delivering training or presenting to a group, it's important to be aware of the message your body language is sending. Are you conveying confidence, or are you giving off signs that make you look nervous or unsure of yourself? If you want to come across as a confident, competent trainer or presenter, it's vital to use confident body language...

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a widely used personality assessment that can be an invaluable tool in a training context. In all of our Train the Trainer courses, we introduce it on the first morning; we feel it is an essential aspect of understanding people, By understanding the different personality types, trainers can tailor their methods to better suit...

Effective training skills are vital to get your message across, and an essential trainer skill we pick up on our PTT Train the Trainer course is signposting. When delivering training or presentations, signposting is a powerful tool that can help engage your audience and keep them focused on the topic. By clearly indicating what you will be covering and how...

When delivering training on our train the trainer and management courses, it is essential to be aware of and able to regulate your own emotions and those of others in the group. I know personally that there are, at times, when your own emotions can run riot! If we are not careful, they can take control. This emotional intelligence (EQ...

Those Apps on our phone? Listen some of us have apps on our phones that we don’t want. Look at your phone and how much tidying up does it need? Be honest with yourself, I bet you could delete a few. Now I link the Apps on my phone to habits, how many habits do I want to get rid...

Listen some of us like schedule and planning, it feels good to have a plan of things to do today and for the week and even further. Is this you? Or Are you the last-minute, spontaneous more casual individual who prefers to leave things to the last minute? Nothing wrong with being either or being both, but how does this...