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Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #242: Turning Down a Client (Consultant Tip)
At some point, you are going to have to turn down a client. Hear about one person's story. #Consulting #consultinglife #client #business
2022-09-20
04 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts 241: Regrets, I’ve Had a Few
We all wish that we had acted in a different way or taken a different path. But that should not hold you back.
2022-09-15
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #240: Coolest Place I have Ever Conducted Training
A few months ago, you heard me speak about the most unusual place I ever conducted training. Now hear about the coolest place.
2022-09-13
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts 239: It is Awesome! (Training Tip)
If you are a trainer, or even someone who does a fair amount of public speaking, listen to this reminder about "buzz words."
2022-09-08
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #238: Summer Time
It is Summer Time! And time for vacation.
2022-06-23
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #237: Do You Recognize Performance or Presence?
Do You Recognize Performance or Presence? Do you know the difference? If yes, should you recognize them?
2022-06-21
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #236: Take a Popcorn Break!
Instead of a coffee break, try something different!
2022-06-16
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #235: Lead Better Meetings
Listen to five simple steps that can help you lead better meetings.
2022-06-14
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #234: The Office Suck Up (Part Two)
As people begin to return to the office, even on a part time basis, the "office suck-up" will also return. Learn about this organizational creature and my experience with it.
2022-06-09
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #233: The Office Suck Up (Part One)
As people begin to return to the office, even on a part time basis, the "office suck-up" will also return. Learn about this organizational creature and my experience with it.
2022-06-07
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #232: Do you expect to be fed at work?
Recently, I learned that a couple of professions expect to be fed at work. Listen to my "foolish thoughts" about this.
2022-06-02
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #231: Using Humor aka Bad Dad Jokes
Using humor in training can be dangerous. However, it can be used, but carefully.
2022-05-26
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #230: Training in an Unusual Place.
Have you conducted training in an unusual place? Hear about where I conducted training recently.
2022-05-24
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #229: Small Claims Court. Is it worth the effort?
When taking someone to Small Claims Court, you need to determine if it is worth the time and effort.
2022-05-19
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #227: When a Client Does Not Pay (Part 4)
The saga continues, so listen in.
2022-05-17
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #226: Thank You and Some Time Off
The title says it all.
2022-04-28
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #225: They Won’t Talk With Me!
Hear about a conversation I had recently with a friend.
2022-04-26
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #224: Knowledge Hoarding is Still a Thing
Listen to an experience of a friend of mine.
2022-04-21
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #223: They are not your friends.
Do you consider those who work with you your friends? Maybe they are not.
2022-04-19
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #222: Spring is Here. Time for Spring Cleaning.
With Spring, comes the time for cleaning. However, do you ever clean your digital files?
2022-04-14
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #221: When a Client Does Not Pay (Part 3)
Hear what happened next in my saga of the non-paying client.
2022-04-12
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #220: Revenue Stream (Part 3)
This is the final episode, where I discuss my part-time revenue stream during the COVID pandemic.
2022-04-07
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #219: Revenue Stream (Part 2)
In this episode, I continue my discussion about my part-time revenue stream during the COVID pandemic.
2022-04-05
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #218: Revenue Stream (Part 1)
Learn about one of my revenue streams during the pandemic.
2022-03-31
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 217: No Synergy
We have no synergy.
2022-03-29
04 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #216: When A Client Does Not Pay (PartTwo)
Hear about my experience when a client does not pay.
2022-03-24
04 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #215: When a Client Does Not Pay (Part One)
Hear about my experience with my very first client who did not pay me.
2022-03-22
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #214: A Complaint Means Better Customer Service
Hear about the time I complained about poor customer service and what happened in my subsequent interactions with my auto dealership.
2022-03-17
04 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #213: Shoppers as Learners
The traditional training analogy has three groups of learners. Some use a fourth group. Who are they?
2022-03-15
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #212: Are you an Explorer, Vactioner, or Prisoner?
Listen to an old training analogy, successfully used recently.
2022-03-10
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #211: An Old Analogy
Sometimes an old analogy can win over resistant participants.
2022-03-08
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #210: Dad’s Three Rules to Saying NO
Hear some wise wisdom from Pat Kilner, author of Find Your Six.
2022-03-03
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts 209: Do I have your EAR?
Hear about an acronym that every trainer should remember.
2022-03-01
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #208: Slow Down Your Delivery
Learn why slowing down your virtual learning presentation is beneficial.
2022-02-24
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #207: Why does training fail?
Hear some of the reasons why training classes and programs fail, according to TD Magazine.
2022-02-22
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts 206: Training Expenditures & Hours 2021. And the survey says...
How much was spent on training/learning in 2021, as well as, hours of learning completed? Listen to the results from Training Magazine's 2021 Survey.
2022-02-17
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 205: Corporate Podcasting. And the survey says...
A recent survey in Training Magazine (Nov. 2021) mentions the state of Corporate Podcasting. It may not be what we all thought.
2022-02-15
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 204: How much does a learning/training professonal earn? And the survey says...
Hear about the potential earnings for learning/training professionals, as shown from Training Magazine's November 2021 Survey.
2022-02-10
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #203: Pandemic Training Challenges. And the Survey Said...
Listen to the top three challenges and one that was not, faced by learning professionals according to Training Magazine's 2021 Survey. And the survey says...
2022-02-08
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 202: The NO To-Do List
Do you know what a NO To-Do List is? If not, then have a listen.
2022-02-03
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #201: Behaviours Confident People Avoid
Based on an article from December 2019, here about four behaviors that confident people avoid.
2022-02-01
05 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #200: There are many paths to success or winning.
A Hindu Proverb. As this is my 200th podcast, I want to say THANK YOU to everyone who has listened, to one or all of them.
2022-01-27
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 199: Do you have a short and long term plan?
Listen to my experience with one of my revenue streams.
2022-01-25
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 198: Meeting with the Client
Having problems meeting with your contracted client? Here is one way to overcome it.
2022-01-20
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast#197: Going Back to the Office, Some Public Speaking Reminders
Many have told me that they are heading back to the office sometime this month. Therefore, it is important to keep in mind some public speaking tips.
2022-01-18
05 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #196: Speak Confidently and Remain Calm
Listen to some of my tips to help me speak confidently and remain calm in front of large groups of people.
2022-01-13
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #195: Training Fads
Has your manager and/or clients ever approached you to say: You should use this new product. It will revolutionize your training efforts!
2022-01-11
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #194: Tips for Hybrid Training
Here are a couple of things to keep in mind, when conducting training in a hybrid environment.
2022-01-06
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #193: Corporate Podcasts
May not seem very new or innovative, but corporations have become interested in podcasting.
2022-01-04
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts 192 - FIND YOUR SIX
FIND YOUR SIX is an exciting new book, dealing with finding those key influencers, who can help you generate business. It is a different way of thinking than the standard networking options. To learn more about FIND YOUR SIX and the author Pat Kilner, go to www.findyoursix.com
2021-12-22
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcst #191: Bringing in Temporary Help
Hear about the issue that one previous client faced when bringing temporary help, and some possible solutions.
2021-12-16
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #190: Just Say I Am Not Interested
Don't keep leading people on, who wish to do business with you. Just say: "I am not interested."
2021-12-14
04 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #189: Holiday Networking Blunders (Part Two)
Hear about the final three common networking blunders during the holiday season.
2021-12-09
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #188: Holiday Networking Blunders (Part One)
Hear about three common networking blunders during the holiday season.
2021-12-07
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts 187: The Five Steps to Independent Problem Solving
Hear about the Five Steps as presented by TD Magazine in June 2021.
2021-11-30
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thought Podcast #186: Happy Thanksgiving and Thank You
2021-11-23
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #185: Sweat the Small Stuff and Don‘t Let it Get Old and Moldy!
If you are not sweating the small stuff, then you are probably failing at the bigger things. Hear a recent experience.
2021-11-18
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #184: Don‘t Create Poor Job Aids
Poor job aid design makes for a difficult and frustrating work assignment.
2021-11-16
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts #183: At What Point Do You Outsource
Money? Time? Frustration? Expertise? A combination? When do you outsource things?
2021-11-11
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #182: Forgetting Words
A friend of mine commented that he is forgetting words and phrases. Hear my thoughts as to why.
2021-11-09
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #181: Now on the WISDOM App
The title says it all.
2021-11-04
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #180: The Best Time of the Day
Productivity = The Best Time of the Day!
2021-11-02
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #179: Curating. Some Additional Thoughts.
Focus on curating your business life, just like your personal life.
2021-10-28
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 178: You Need to Pay the Price
If you want to be successful, find out what that price is, and then pay for it. Scott Adams.
2021-10-26
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #177 - Being Unreliable
Don't be unreliable.
2021-10-21
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #176: Learning Guides for Managers
Do you curate learning for your managers and their staff? If not, here is one way you can do it.
2021-10-19
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #175: I Feed Myself
What you take in can define you.
2021-10-14
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 174: Can we do this in thirty minutes?
Don't try to rush a recommendation.
2021-10-12
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #173: Terrible
What is your response when someone asks you: How are you doing today?
2021-10-07
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #172: Cut to the Chase
When sending emails, learn one method to cut to the chase and get to the point.
2021-10-05
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #171: Set a Time, Create a Habit
You want to create a habit, then set aside time.
2021-09-30
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #170: Build in Time
It is so important to build in time to work on unexpected opportunities and emergencies.
2021-09-28
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #169: Curate Your Social Media
Sometimes you just have to block or unfriend some of your social media contacts.
2021-09-23
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast168: Ending Something Can Be A Success
There are times, as my father would say, that you need to "pack it in." However, packing it in or ending something, can be a success not failure.
2021-09-21
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 168: Take Small Bites
Got a big project or task, then take small bites.
2021-09-16
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #166: Do Your Job Well
Do your job well, for yourself!
2021-09-14
00 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #165: Learn to Lose
No matter how successful we are in business or sports, at some point, we will lose. We need to learn to do so.
2021-09-09
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #164: La Dolce Vita Means Excellent Customer Service
La Dolce Vita means more than "The Good Life." It can also mean "Excellent Customer Service."
2021-06-30
04 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #163: The Most Important (Small) Business Owner Trait
Listen to what (small) business owners think is the most important trait. Correction: I attended the Greater Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce event. Mea Culpa to the Chamber.
2021-06-24
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast#162: The Trainer's Kit
Learn about my "Trainer's Kit" for whenever I am conducting an off-site training event. This may be "old-school" but it one of those basics that you should have with you, if training off-site.
2021-06-22
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #161: The Backup
Many consultants aka "solopreneurs" and one-person non-profits forget to do this, with their digital information.
2021-06-17
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #160: Network Anywhere
Here is how you can network, even when you think you have no time. Thanks to Daya Naef, the CEO & Head Coach at The Success Partner, for this tip.
2021-06-15
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #159: Interview with Kate Vendemio (Audio Version)
Listen to my interview with learning professional Kate Vendemio of Mt. Vernon Consulting, LLC. This interview was recorded in mid-May 2021.
2021-06-10
43 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 158: Flip Charts & Webinars
Listen to an idea I read about concerning the use of flip charts during a webinar. This episode was originally recorded in late March/early April 2021 but has not been published till today.
2021-06-01
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #157: The One Minute Rule
The One Minute Rule. Enough said. This was originally recorded in March 2021.
2021-05-27
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #156: Listen Means Silent
Listen means Silent. That is all I have to say. This podcast was originally recorded in January 2021.
2021-05-25
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #155: Work Philosophy
About two months ago, I had a conversation with someone I have known for about 40 years. During this conversation, we began to talk about work and the changing work philosophy/ethic among those enter the workplace over the last five years. Here our thoughts on this.
2021-05-20
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast#154: Public Speaking - One Simple Tip
People periodically ask me for tips on how to become a better public speaker. Here is a fundamental one.
2021-05-18
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #153: Two Years Out (Part Two)
It has been just a little over two years since I left my organization. Here are some of the things that I need to do/focus on after leaving my organization.
2021-05-13
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #152: Two Years Out (Part One)
It has been a little over two years since I left my organization, let me share with you some of my thoughts about what I don't miss.
2021-05-11
04 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #151: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Final)
Hear my final thoughts on the ninth and tenth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.
2021-05-06
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #150: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Part4)
Hear my take on the seventh and eight Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.
2021-05-04
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #149: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Part3)
Hear my thoughts on the fifth and sixth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.
2021-04-29
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #148: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Part 2)
Hear my thoughts of the third and fourth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.
2021-04-27
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #147: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Part 1)
Have a listen to my thoughts on the first two Virtual Meeting Commandments published by Launch Workplace.
2021-04-22
03 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast#100: Does Your Environment Distract You?
Working from home does present challenges and distractions. Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs? Please visit my webpage at: www.afoolforlearning.com Note: You will probably hear some "popping" during the recording. I am having some issues but did want to get a new podcast out. Am working on resolving it. Thank you for your understanding.
2020-10-13
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast 99: The Style Guide
Do you have a Style Guide? Not certain what it is, then take a few minutes to learn. Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs? Please visit my webpage at: www.afoolforlearning.com Note: You will probably hear some "popping" during the recording. I am having some issues but did want to get a new podcast out. Am working on resolving it. Thank you for your understanding.
2020-10-08
02 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #98: How Employers Can Better Introduce Technoloy
Hear about a recent survey taken of employees, regarding the rollout of technology by employers and my thoughts. Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs? Please visit my webpage at: www.afoolforlearning.com Note: You will probably hear some "popping" during the recording. Been having some issues but did want to get a new podcast out. Am working on resolving it. Thank you for your understanding.
2020-10-06
04 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #97: Customer Training Drives Loyalty (Part Two)
Many companies have increased their training/learning to their customers/clients over the last few years. However, it is not without challenges. Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs? Please visit my webpage at: www.afoolforlearning.com Note: You will probably hear some "popping" during the recording. I have had some issues with the audio but did want to get a new podcast out. Am working on resolving it. Thank you for your understanding.
2020-10-01
01 min
Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for Learning
Foolish Thoughts Podcast #96: Customer Training Drives Loyalty (Part One)
Many companies have increased their training/learning to their customers/clients over the last few years. Learn what this means for them. Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs? Please visit my webpage at: www.afoolforlearning.com Note: You will probably hear some "popping" during the recording. Been having some issues but did want to get a new podcast out. Am working on resolving it. Thank you for your understanding.
2020-09-29
01 min