Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group

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Better Transitions For Your Presentation Feb 26, 2021

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Transitions can make your presentation more powerful. They can make your audience more curious and engaged. Becky has some tips on how to do better transitions, including your content, preparation and managing your body language.
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

Five Ways To Organize Your Presentation Feb 18, 2021

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People like order. Structure helps people remember. Becky outlines five structures you can use to make your presentation clear and memorable. 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

Powerful Hooks And Anchors Feb 10, 2021

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Master presenters know that powerful hooks and anchors make a big difference. Your most important real estate is what your learners hear first and last. Becky has some techniques that will help you be a master presenter — even on your bad days. 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

Presentations That Jump Off The Page Feb 05, 2021

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When designing your next session, it’s important to consider your strategy. Becky says you want to be so prepared that it feels impromptu. Don’t try to cram in content. Consider value, engagement and energy. Get your content down to a few impactful words. 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

Getting Better At Virtual Presentations Jan 28, 2021

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Even though 2020 is behind us, you’re likely to be doing virtual presentations for some time. So why not get better at it? In this podcast, Becky helps you do self-diagnosis on your virtual presentation skills including this challenge: can your presentation be memorable 10 to 20 years from now? 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

Is Your Webcam Helping Or Hurting You? Jan 21, 2021

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Since everything is online these days, your image depends very much on how you look on your webcam. Lighting, sound, motion…your presentation is like a TV production and you’re the director. Becky has some tips on how to make it look good and work well. 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

Let’s Play Some Games Jan 15, 2021

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People like to be part of games. Becky says it helps them learn. She has some great games and puzzles you can use to help learning retention. Oh.. and it’s also fun. 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

Motivating Your Trainees Jan 07, 2021

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How do you engage your learners? Becky says dull material does not need to be dull. Only presentations are dull. Your challenge is to be specific and bring your presentation to life with stories.
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

Four Principles of One-On-One Learning Jan 01, 2021

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Teaching to a small audience is different than working with a big group. Becky says there are four things you should keep in mind when working one-on-one with learners. 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

Let’s Get Visual Dec 24, 2020

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You may have heard the myth that people are only auditory or tactile learners. Don’t believe it. Mentally visualizing content really helps with teaching. Bad visuals can hurt you! Becky helps you figure out what visuals to use, where to find them and how to make them reusable.
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Presentation Zen book https://www.amazon.com/Presentation-Zen-Simple-Design-Delivery-dp-0135800919/dp/0135800919/
Pixabay.com
Bigstockphoto.com 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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