Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group

By now you’ve heard of micro learning — quick hits of learning that stick like glue. Creating micro learning is both an art and a science. Becky has tips on how to make it micro but mighty.

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Canva is a great took for trainers. You can design slides, social posts, and handouts quickly — even if you can’t draw stick figures. Becky digs into the Canva features that can help you the most.

Canva is a great took for trainers. You can design slides, social posts, and handouts quickly — even if you can’t draw stick figures. Becky digs into the Canva features that can help you the most.

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When should you move from teaching to coaching? Becky digs into the differences between training and coaching and how ultimately coaching can be more effective.

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Is AI here to help us or take our jobs? Becky says AI is a partner, not a threat. She has some examples of how she uses AI to save time, while still being the one in control.

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Sometimes you need to review the fundamentals. For the Bob Pike Group training the trainer is where it all started 25 years ago. Becky says it’s not as easy as it looks. In fact it can be surprising as a dance designed to answer a question.

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This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcasts.

You 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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Teflon learning is forgettable. Velcro learning is sticky. Becky shows how you can make it stick with metaphors.

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Did you know silence is a superpower? Becky explains how you can use that and her GROW model to be a great coach.

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This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcasts.

Returning 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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This week we revisit one of Becky's previous podcasts.

Do 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.

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Becky channels her inner Ken Blanchard wisdom to help you train and get out of the way.

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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...

AI is not here to take over our jobs, but to help you. Becky has some AI services that can be your loyal assistants who never have to take a coffee break.

Resources:

Canva AI Tools (2023). Available at canva.com.

OpenAI’s DALL·E (2021-2024). Available at openai.com.

Grammarly AI Tools (2022). Available at grammarly.com.

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You’re going to make mistakes when training. What matters is how you handle them. Becky has some cringe-worthy incidents you can learn from.

Resources:

According to research by Provine (2013), humor also enhances group cohesion.

Brookfield, S. D. (2017). Becoming a Critically Reflective Teacher.

Medina, J. (2014). Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School.

Knowles, M. S., Holton, E. F., & Swanson, R. A. (2015). The Adult Learner: The Definitive Classic in Adult Education and Human Resource Development.

Covey, S. R. (2013). The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Pe...

Yes, you’re a trainer. But you’re also a consultant. Becky has tips on how to do the detective work using your active listening skills. Then you can get results by letting people discover the answers for themselves.

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ADHD, depression, and anxiety can all make it more difficult to learn. Becky has some tips on how to find ways that work for everyone to learn.

Resources:

Barkley, R. A. (1997). ADHD and the Nature of Self-Control.

Fleming, N. D., & Baume, D. (2006). Learning Styles Again: VARKing up the Right Tree!

Edmondson, A. C. (1999). Psychological Safety and Learning Behavior in Work Teams.

McGaugh, J. L. (2003). Memory and Emotion: The Making of Lasting Memories.

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Welcome to the theme park of your mind! Becky is your tour guide. And yes, she’s wearing a superhero cape to get your attention.

Resources:

Broadbent, D. E. (1958). Perception and Communication.

Miller, G. A. (1956). The Magical Number Seven, Plus or Minus Two.

McGaugh, J. L. (2003). Memory and Emotion: The Making of Lasting Memories.

Your body and your brain work together to make learning happen. Becky says there are three biological factors you can influence to make the learning better.

Resources:

Lieberman, M. D. (2013). Social: Why Our Brains Are Wired to Connect.

Amy Edmondson’s work on psychological safety in the workplace.

Ratey, J. J. (2008). Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain

Squire, L. R., & Kandel, E. R. (2009). Memory: From Mind to Molecules.

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As we get ready for the holiday season we're revisiting a podcast aimed at helping you manage all that you have ahead. 

Does tackling a big project make you feel overwhelmed?  Instead of trying to do it all at once, Becky suggests you make those big elephants into bite-sized 10 minute bits. Not only does it work on the things you have to do, but it also works with the things you love to do!

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Becky has five tips that can help you break patterns that are not healthy, and instead focus on the present.

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Becky boils down the advice of time management experts Seven Covey, David Allen and Laura Vanderkam into eight practical tips.

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Keeping your audience engaged can make or break your webinar. Becky talks about the biggest trends in webinars — Micro Moments. Think TED Talk meets Zoom.

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Ken Blanchard is the best selling author of The One Minute Manager and many other books. He is also one of Becky’s mentors. She learned many things personally from Ken, including “Leadership is not about being in charge, it’s about taking care of the people in your charge.”

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