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Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
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2022-09-2004 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts 241: Regrets, I’ve Had a FewWe all wish that we had acted in a different way or taken a different path. But that should not hold you back.
2022-09-1502 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #240: Coolest Place I have Ever Conducted TrainingA few months ago, you heard me speak about the most unusual place I ever conducted training. Now hear about the coolest place.
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Foolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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."
2022-09-0802 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #238: Summer TimeIt is Summer Time! And time for vacation.
2022-06-2302 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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?
2022-06-2103 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #236: Take a Popcorn Break!Instead of a coffee break, try something different!
2022-06-1601 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #235: Lead Better MeetingsListen to five simple steps that can help you lead better meetings.
2022-06-1402 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2022-06-0903 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2022-06-0702 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2022-06-0202 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #231: Using Humor aka Bad Dad JokesUsing humor in training can be dangerous. However, it can be used, but carefully.
2022-05-2603 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #230: Training in an Unusual Place.Have you conducted training in an unusual place? Hear about where I conducted training recently.
2022-05-2402 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2022-05-1902 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #227: When a Client Does Not Pay (Part 4)The saga continues, so listen in.
2022-05-1701 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #226: Thank You and Some Time OffThe title says it all.
2022-04-2801 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #225: They Won’t Talk With Me!Hear about a conversation I had recently with a friend.
2022-04-2602 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #224: Knowledge Hoarding is Still a ThingListen to an experience of a friend of mine.
2022-04-2103 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #223: They are not your friends.Do you consider those who work with you your friends? Maybe they are not.
2022-04-1902 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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?
2022-04-1402 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #221: When a Client Does Not Pay (Part 3)Hear what happened next in my saga of the non-paying client.
2022-04-1201 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #220: Revenue Stream (Part 3)This is the final episode, where I discuss my part-time revenue stream during the COVID pandemic.
2022-04-0702 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #219: Revenue Stream (Part 2)In this episode, I continue my discussion about my part-time revenue stream during the COVID pandemic.
2022-04-0503 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #218: Revenue Stream (Part 1)Learn about one of my revenue streams during the pandemic.
2022-03-3102 min2022-03-2904 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #216: When A Client Does Not Pay (PartTwo)Hear about my experience when a client does not pay.
2022-03-2404 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #215: When a Client Does Not Pay (Part One)Hear about my experience with my very first client who did not pay me.
2022-03-2202 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #214: A Complaint Means Better Customer ServiceHear about the time I complained about poor customer service and what happened in my subsequent interactions with my auto dealership.
2022-03-1704 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #213: Shoppers as LearnersThe traditional training analogy has three groups of learners. Some use a fourth group. Who are they?
2022-03-1502 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #212: Are you an Explorer, Vactioner, or Prisoner?Listen to an old training analogy, successfully used recently.
2022-03-1002 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #211: An Old AnalogySometimes an old analogy can win over resistant participants.
2022-03-0802 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #210: Dad’s Three Rules to Saying NOHear some wise wisdom from Pat Kilner, author of Find Your Six.
2022-03-0302 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts 209: Do I have your EAR?Hear about an acronym that every trainer should remember.
2022-03-0101 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #208: Slow Down Your DeliveryLearn why slowing down your virtual learning presentation is beneficial.
2022-02-2402 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #207: Why does training fail?Hear some of the reasons why training classes and programs fail, according to TD Magazine.
2022-02-2203 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2022-02-1702 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2022-02-1501 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2022-02-1003 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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...
2022-02-0802 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast 202: The NO To-Do ListDo you know what a NO To-Do List is? If not, then have a listen.
2022-02-0303 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #201: Behaviours Confident People AvoidBased on an article from December 2019, here about four behaviors that confident people avoid.
2022-02-0105 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2022-01-2701 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast 199: Do you have a short and long term plan?Listen to my experience with one of my revenue streams.
2022-01-2502 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast 198: Meeting with the ClientHaving problems meeting with your contracted client? Here is one way to overcome it.
2022-01-2003 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast#197: Going Back to the Office, Some Public Speaking RemindersMany 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.
2022-01-1805 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #196: Speak Confidently and Remain CalmListen to some of my tips to help me speak confidently and remain calm in front of large groups of people.
2022-01-1302 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #195: Training FadsHas your manager and/or clients ever approached you to say: You should use this new product. It will revolutionize your training efforts!
2022-01-1103 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #194: Tips for Hybrid TrainingHere are a couple of things to keep in mind, when conducting training in a hybrid environment.
2022-01-0603 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #193: Corporate PodcastsMay not seem very new or innovative, but corporations have become interested in podcasting.
2022-01-0402 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts 192 - FIND YOUR SIXFIND 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
2021-12-2202 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcst #191: Bringing in Temporary HelpHear about the issue that one previous client faced when bringing temporary help, and some possible solutions.
2021-12-1602 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #190: Just Say I Am Not InterestedDon't keep leading people on, who wish to do business with you. Just say: "I am not interested."
2021-12-1404 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #189: Holiday Networking Blunders (Part Two)Hear about the final three common networking blunders during the holiday season.
2021-12-0903 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #188: Holiday Networking Blunders (Part One)Hear about three common networking blunders during the holiday season.
2021-12-0702 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts 187: The Five Steps to Independent Problem SolvingHear about the Five Steps as presented by TD Magazine in June 2021.
2021-11-3002 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thought Podcast #186: Happy Thanksgiving and Thank You
2021-11-2301 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2021-11-1802 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #184: Don‘t Create Poor Job AidsPoor job aid design makes for a difficult and frustrating work assignment.
2021-11-1603 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts #183: At What Point Do You OutsourceMoney? Time? Frustration? Expertise? A combination? When do you outsource things?
2021-11-1103 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #182: Forgetting WordsA friend of mine commented that he is forgetting words and phrases. Hear my thoughts as to why.
2021-11-0902 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #181: Now on the WISDOM AppThe title says it all.
2021-11-0401 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #180: The Best Time of the DayProductivity = The Best Time of the Day!
2021-11-0202 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #179: Curating. Some Additional Thoughts.Focus on curating your business life, just like your personal life.
2021-10-2801 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast 178: You Need to Pay the PriceIf you want to be successful, find out what that price is, and then pay for it. Scott Adams.
2021-10-2601 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #177 - Being UnreliableDon't be unreliable.
2021-10-2101 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #176: Learning Guides for ManagersDo you curate learning for your managers and their staff? If not, here is one way you can do it.
2021-10-1902 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #175: I Feed MyselfWhat you take in can define you.
2021-10-1401 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast 174: Can we do this in thirty minutes?Don't try to rush a recommendation.
2021-10-1202 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #173: TerribleWhat is your response when someone asks you: How are you doing today?
2021-10-0702 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #172: Cut to the ChaseWhen sending emails, learn one method to cut to the chase and get to the point.
2021-10-0502 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #171: Set a Time, Create a HabitYou want to create a habit, then set aside time.
2021-09-3001 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #170: Build in TimeIt is so important to build in time to work on unexpected opportunities and emergencies.
2021-09-2801 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #169: Curate Your Social MediaSometimes you just have to block or unfriend some of your social media contacts.
2021-09-2302 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast168: Ending Something Can Be A SuccessThere 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.
2021-09-2102 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast 168: Take Small BitesGot a big project or task, then take small bites.
2021-09-1601 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #166: Do Your Job WellDo your job well, for yourself!
2021-09-1400 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #165: Learn to LoseNo matter how successful we are in business or sports, at some point, we will lose. We need to learn to do so.
2021-09-0902 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #164: La Dolce Vita Means Excellent Customer ServiceLa Dolce Vita means more than "The Good Life." It can also mean "Excellent Customer Service."
2021-06-3004 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #163: The Most Important (Small) Business Owner TraitListen 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.
2021-06-2402 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast#162: The Trainer's KitLearn 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.
2021-06-2202 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #161: The BackupMany consultants aka "solopreneurs" and one-person non-profits forget to do this, with their digital information.
2021-06-1702 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #160: Network AnywhereHere 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.
2021-06-1501 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2021-06-1043 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast 158: Flip Charts & WebinarsListen 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.
2021-06-0102 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #157: The One Minute RuleThe One Minute Rule. Enough said.
This was originally recorded in March 2021.
2021-05-2701 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #156: Listen Means SilentListen means Silent. That is all I have to say.
This podcast was originally recorded in January 2021.
2021-05-2502 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #155: Work PhilosophyAbout 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.
2021-05-2003 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast#154: Public Speaking - One Simple TipPeople periodically ask me for tips on how to become a better public speaker. Here is a fundamental one.
2021-05-1801 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2021-05-1303 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2021-05-1104 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #151: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Final)Hear my final thoughts on the ninth and tenth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.
2021-05-0602 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #150: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Part4)Hear my take on the seventh and eight Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.
2021-05-0402 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #149: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Part3)Hear my thoughts on the fifth and sixth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.
2021-04-2903 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #148: Virtual Meeting Commandments (Part 2)Hear my thoughts of the third and fourth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.
2021-04-2702 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2021-04-2203 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2020-10-1301 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast 99: The Style GuideDo 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.
2020-10-0802 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish Thoughts Podcast #98: How Employers Can Better Introduce TechnoloyHear 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.
2020-10-0604 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
2020-10-0101 minFoolish Thoughts by A Fool for LearningFoolish 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.
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