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Becky Pluth
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Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Bringing Disney Magic To Your Training
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. Purchase Becky's new book here Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Re...
2025-06-20
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Becky’s favorite things for trainers
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. BPG & Trainer Resources BPG Free Monthly Webinar – Monthly free sessions hosted by The Bob Pike Group – https://www.bobpikegroup.com/webinars Creative Training Techniques Podcast – BPG podcast with over 500 bite-size training episodes https://www.bobpikegroup.com/podcasts Media & Presentation Canva (Free Version) – Free design tool for creating slides, handouts, visuals and more https://www.canva.com Rick A...
2025-05-30
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Best Advice About Going Back To Face-To-Face Training
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. Purchase Becky's new book here:https://tinyurl.com/9xafwbmb Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.
2025-04-18
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Future-proofing Your Career With AI
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 Purchase Becky's new book here Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWO...
2025-02-07
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How Becky Met Dennis Rodman
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. Purchase Becky's new book here:https://tinyurl.com/2z5er5rh 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to...
2025-01-31
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
One Minute To Win It Online
This week we revisit one of Becky's previous podcasts. You have one minute to engage me… go! How are you going to do it? It’s a situation we’re faced with every time you have to present online. Becky says this is an easy puzzle to solve. In fact, solving it involves puzzles, doodling and other fun activities. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on...
2024-09-20
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Avoiding PowerPoint Puke
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Friends don't let friends create PowerPoint puke — it can ruin any presentation. How do you avoid making your PowerPoint presentation a poster child for "don't"? Becky comes to your rescue in the first of two podcasts about perfecting your PowerPoint presentations. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com...
2024-09-13
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Harnessing The Unexpected
This week we revisit one of Becky's previous podcasts. How do you turn the unexpected to your advantage? Becky has some simple steps that will help you when an unexpected events happen at a training session. Sometimes the unexpected is more important than what you were planning to teach. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos...
2024-09-06
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Games trainers play
This week we revisit one of Becky's earlier podcasts. Games will help people learn, but only if they're content driven. Becky has a game you can try that really fits the bill. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your tr...
2024-08-30
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Be The Best Speaker You Can Be
This week we revisit one of Becky's earlier podcasts. Your next presentation will be your best one yet if you follow the tips Becky has in this podcast. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.
2024-08-23
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Adding Zip to Old Training Programs
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts. Have you inherited a training program that needs some zing, but you don't have time to completely redo it? Becky Pluth has a quick and easy plan to transform an old program into something new and engaging. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bo...
2024-04-12
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Adding Wow to Your Webinar
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts. Becky Pluth has some best practices you should follow to make your next webinar a successful one. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.
2024-04-06
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Selling to Upper Management
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts. You need the support of decision makers. So how do you get upper management buy-in? Becky Pluth has the steps you need to follow. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design yo...
2024-03-29
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Teach More by Covering Less
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts. Becky Pluth explains how your students can divide and conquer a huge amount of material using a technique called "teach backs." Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.
2024-03-22
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Become a Webinar Wiz
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts. Want to turn your presentation into a webinar? The last thing you want to do is take that PowerPoint and put it online. What's the first thing you should do? Becky Pluth has the answer in today's podcast. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos ...
2024-03-15
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Learning That Sticks
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts Learners only recall a small portion of what you present. So how do you make that portion bigger? Becky Pluth has several tips to make the learning stick. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train yo...
2024-03-08
02 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Sage On The Stage or Guide On The Side?
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts. What do you do when your audience isn't that into you? The secret is not impressing your audience, but letting your audience come to its own "aha" moment. How do you make that happen? Becky Pluth says it's all about making your presentation about the audience. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web h...
2024-03-01
02 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Add Value To Training
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts. How do you add value to training? Becky Pluth says the answer is to serve and believe in what you're doing. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs.
2024-02-23
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Chaos And Classroom Management
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's first podcasts. Some classroom sessions can be chaotic. How do you reduce the chaos, yet keep the fun and the learning? Becky says the answer is simple. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and de...
2024-02-16
01 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Becky’s Remembrance Of Her Dad Bob Pike
Becky’s father recently passed away. She worked with her dad for 19 years building the Bob Pike Group. She talks about her father and how to help others who are dealing with grief. Purchase Becky's new book here: Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training prog...
2024-02-09
07 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Using Videos In Training
This week we revisit Becky's most popular podcast of the year. How can you make a video that works for your training? Becky has 10 suggestions on how you can make your video sound good, look good, and get attention. Smart Brevity book https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Brevity-Power-Saying-More/dp/1523516976 Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/2p84kb5p Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web h...
2023-12-15
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Becky’s A Procrastination Pro!
How do you get good at procrastination? You practice. And believe it or not, that’s a good thing. Purchase Becky's new book here:https://tinyurl.com/r9wj8hmr 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs. Visit at: https://tinyurl.com/bdhdumvy
2023-09-08
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
15 Minutes Of Productivity
What can you do in 15 minutes? Listen to several of Becky’s podcasts, for one! There are many useful things you can do in that amount of time. Becky talks about how to turn a quarter hour into a productivity engine. Purchase Becky's new book here:https://tinyurl.com/4b9jzr27 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training programs. Visit at: https://tiny...
2023-09-01
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How Much Should You Get Paid?
Time to revisit one of Becky's past podcasts. Talking about how much you should get paid is often a taboo subject. But compensation is the number 2 factor for satisfaction with a job. What should trainers get paid? Becky has statistics to help guide your discussions and decisions about pay. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n8xsc3a 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to tra...
2023-08-04
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Make Your Big Concept Memorable
Time to revisit one of Becky's past podcasts. You know why the big concept in your presentation is important, but how do you convey that to your audience? Becky says you need to hone it, memorize it and then support it. In today's podcast, she has some tips on how to hook your audience on your big idea. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/2kvjdb7n Follow on Apple Podcasts: 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
2023-07-28
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Secrets To Dealing With Difficult Participants
Time to revisit one of Becky's past podcasts. Hecklers? Cell phone addicts? Becky has seen it all when it comes to difficult participants. She shares some of her secrets on how to get the upper hand and keep your class on course. Purchase Becky's new book here:https://tinyurl.com/34ws7bst/ 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your training pr...
2023-07-22
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Five Fear Fixers
Time to revisit one of Becky's past podcasts. It’s OK to get nervous when you speak. It’s normal and just shows you care about what you’re going to present. Becky helps you get those butterflies in your stomach to fly in formation! Purchase Becky's new book here:https://tinyurl.com/976v4u8x/ 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 Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train...
2023-07-14
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Clear Out The Clutter With OHIO
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts Is stuff piling up on you? Too many things to read, too many things to do, too many emails in your inbox? You’re not alone. Becky talks about how she uses OHIO (Only Handle It Once) and other techniques to get rid of the clutter in her life. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/mppk6krx 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 ...
2023-05-12
07 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Teach More by Covering Less
This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcast episodes Becky Pluth explains how your students can divide and conquer a huge amount of material using a technique called "teach backs." Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/wznvfvzk Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers an...
2023-04-28
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
8 Steps To Amazing Storytelling
This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcast episodes Stories are one of the most memorable ways to communicate and teach. But not all stories are created equal. Becky has eight tips to make your story more memorable. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/bd6ytubd Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is...
2023-04-28
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Podcast Scripting Tips And Hints
Is Becky’s podcast scripted? Should you script your podcast? To find out the answer, you’ll just need to listen to Becky’s tips and then check out her producer Mike’s favorite tools below. Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/55zwrsvh Podcast available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-training-techniques/id862555469?mt=2 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos Bob Pike Group is the industry-leading firm to train your trainers and design your train...
2023-02-10
00 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Recall Everyone’s Name (Even Though You Just Met Them)
This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Can you rattle off the names of everyone you had in your last class like you’ve known them for your entire life? Probably not. Becky will be the first to admit she doesn’t have the talent for remembering names like her dad Bob Pike can. But she says there are ways to make up for not having that natural talent. 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 ...
2022-11-04
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Including Everyone
If you’re impatient for action, you make be an activator—just like Becky. If you get bogged down on getting things going, you could benefit from hearing how an activator overcomes procrastination. Becky’s strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_strengths_branded_cs_ecom&utm_term=strengthsfinder&gclid=CjwKCAjwp9qZBhBkEiwAsYFsb6fKxIwaUO3ehcTcWEQG48gl04Sryooik6qBXyuiAMqBH_wvXBoE7xoCSCoQAvD_BwE Purchase Becky's new book here: ...
2022-10-21
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Activator - Let’s Get Going!
If you’re impatient for action, you make be an activator—just like Becky. If you get bogged down on getting things going, you could benefit from hearing how an activator overcomes procrastination. Becky’s strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_strengths_branded_cs_ecom&utm_term=strengthsfinder&gclid=CjwKCAjwp9qZBhBkEiwAsYFsb6fKxIwaUO3ehcTcWEQG48gl04Sryooik6qBXyuiAMqBH_wvXBoE7xoCSCoQAvD_BwE Purchase Becky's new book here: ...
2022-10-14
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
An Achiever’s Strength - Divine Restlessness
Do you like to check things off a to-do list? If so, you may be an achiever, just like Becky. So how do you use this strength? Becky has some things you should remember, including taking time to celebrate! Becky’s strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_strengths_branded_cs_ecom&utm_term=strengthsfinder&gclid=CjwKCAjwp9qZBhBkEiwAsYFsb6fKxIwaUO3ehcTcWEQG48gl04Sryooik6qBXyuiAMqBH_wvXBoE7xoCSCoQAvD_Bw...
2022-10-07
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
The Strength Of Communication
Communication is key no matter your job. Most people could do better on this. Communication is more than standing up and speaking in public. It’s listening and taking your audience captive. You can bring dry, boring content to life if you have this. Becky has some tips on how to use your strength as a communicator. Becky’s strengths are: Achiever Communicator Activator Woo Relator What are yours? Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath https://store.gallup.com/c/en-us/cliftonstrengths?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_camp...
2022-09-30
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Five Steps To Become More Charismatic
People pay attention to charismatic people. So how do you become one? Becky has five steps for you, starting with your own confidence. You can’t sell what you haven’t bought! Send your thoughts to Becky at: bpluth@bobpikegroup.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 On Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2L5Ej7fMWOijhAwTlJUVUd And on the web here: http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/podcasts-and-videos
2022-07-08
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Some of Becky’s favorite things that you should have
Tools, images, props, and consulting tips to make your life a little easier. Not only a podcast, but links! A few of my favorite things • www.umu.com This is a dynamic tool for microlearning as well as some tools for live online teaching. (Three-month subscription) • www.c3softworks.com a gamification tool that students and adults alike love. (Three-Month Cloud-Based Subscription) • www.simpleshow.com allows you to create vignettes quickly and turns content into “drawings” a bit like doodle. (Three-Month Cloud-Based Subscription) • https://www.soapboxify.com/ Soapbox allows you to generate an entire lesson plan for...
2022-04-28
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Keep It Short: Why One Page Is Better
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Got something to sell? A product? A class? Yourself? Whatever it is, Becky says to be effective you need make your pitch in just one page. She has some tips on what to include and leave out. 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
2022-03-17
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Ken Blanchard’s Four Learning Insights
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Ken Blanchard’s “One Minute Manager” is a legendary book for helping people become better managers. Ken has shared with Becky four important tips to creating learning champions within your own company. Ken Blanchard’s books https://www.amazon.com/Minute-Manager-Kenneth-Blanchard-Ph-D/dp/074350917X 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
2022-03-11
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How Becky Met Dennis Rodman
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. 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/podcasts
2022-02-11
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Best Advice Becky Was Given
Are you being authentic? Do you even know the authentic you? Becky says she was trying to be someone else until she learned she had to be herself. She says you can borrow someone else’s stories, but you need to give them credit. 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/podcasts
2021-12-31
07 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Are You Presenting Facts Or Myths?
We're revisiting some of Becky's most popular podcasts. Some things sound so right, they must be true…but they’re not. Have you fallen victim to using facts and figures that are completely made up with no evidence behind them? Becky debunks some of the more common training myths and exaggerations. 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
2020-10-30
07 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Avoiding PowerPoint Puke
This week we're revisiting one of Becky's most popular podcasts. Friends don't let friends create PowerPoint puke — it can ruin any presentation. How do you avoid making your PowerPoint presentation a poster child for "don't"? Becky comes to your rescue in the first of two podcasts about perfecting your PowerPoint presentations. 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
2020-10-23
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
5 Roles Of A Trainer
A trainer does more than just train. Becky talks about the five “faces” of a trainer. And because it’s Becky, she gives us a sixth one as 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
2020-09-19
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
3 Habits For Better Presenting During COVID19
For most of us, working from home is relatively new — which can be stressful. Becky has some new habits for less stress, better health and better presenting. 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
2020-09-11
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Silence Is Golden When You’re Speaking
How do you reduce the unwanted noise in your head and the unwanted noises coming out of your mouth? Becky says the says they both have a root cause you can address — tension. 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
2020-09-04
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Ken Blanchard’s Four Learning Insights
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts. Ken Blanchard’s “One Minute Manager” is a legendary book for helping people become better managers. Ken has shared with Becky four important tips to creating learning champions within your own company. Ken Blanchard’s books https://www.amazon.com/Minute-Manager-Kenneth-Blanchard-Ph-D/dp/074350917X 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
2020-08-28
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Should You Sit On Your Hands During A Video Conference?
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts Becky learned sign language when she was growing up. You don’t need sign language when you’re in a video conference, but you need to be aware of your gestures. Becky tells us how to avoid your having your hands speak louder than you do! 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
2020-08-22
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Neuroscience vs. Cognitive Psychology
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts Neuroscience is about how brains are wired. Psychology is about behavior. Which one will help you teach? Becky looks at how to take advantage of both of these schools of thought. Trends in Neuroscience https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tine.2019.100114 Neuroscience vs. Cognitive Psychology https://www.edutopia.org/article/bringing-science-learning-classrooms https://www.oxfordscholarship.com/view/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199600496.001.0001/acprof-9780199600496-chapter-001 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jcpp.12973 Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/ Podcast available o...
2020-08-14
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Test Fairly And Accurately
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts At the end of your session how do you know if learning has really occurred? Was your presentation effective? Becky says you need measurable objectives when teaching and fair and accurate tests to measure those objectives. 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
2020-08-08
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Clear Out The Clutter With OHIO
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts Is stuff piling up on you? Too many things to read, too many things to do, too many emails in your inbox? You’re not alone. Becky talks about how she uses OHIO (Only Handle It Once) and other techniques to get rid of the clutter in her life. 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
2020-07-31
07 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Keep It Short: Why One Page Is Better
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts. Got something to sell? A product? A class? Yourself? Whatever it is, Becky says to be effective you need make your pitch in just one page. She has some tips on what to include and leave out. 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
2020-07-24
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Flipping The Script On Learning
Want to make your training sessions more “aha” and less info dump? Consider flipped learning. Becky walks us through how flipped learning works, when to use it and best practices. 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
2020-07-16
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Secrets Of A Powerful Presentation
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts. What turns a good presentation into a great one? Planning, preparation and polish! Becky has a five-step plan to make your next presentation 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
2020-07-10
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Recall Everyone’s Name (Even Though You Just Met Them)
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts. Can you rattle off the names of everyone you had in your last class like you’ve known them for your entire life? Probably not. Becky will be the first to admit she doesn’t have the talent for remembering names like her dad Bob Pike can. But she says there are ways to make up for not having that natural talent. 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...
2020-07-03
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
8 Steps To Amazing Storytelling
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts. For Christmas weekend we present one of our most popular podccasts of the year! Stories are one of the most memorable ways to communicate and teach. But not all stories are created equal. Becky has eight tips to make your story more 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
2020-06-26
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
When Do You Need An Online Training Platform?
Nearly everyone has done a video meeting lately. But a video meeting isn’t the same as a learning session. Becky says if you want to be an effective teacher, you’re going to need an effective training platform and some rules. 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
2020-06-19
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Should You Sit On Your Hands During A Video Conference?
Becky learned sign language when she was growing up. You don’t need sign language when you’re in a video conference, but you need to be aware of your gestures. Becky tells us how to avoid your having your hands speak louder than you do! 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
2020-06-13
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How Not To Look Like A Mess In A Video Conference
Grooming matters when you’re on camera. Becky has some simple things you can do to look your best. 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
2020-06-06
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Keep Your Shirt On — How To Dress For A Successful Video Conference
Clothing matters…at least the part that people can see when you’re doing an online video conference. So what are the do’s and don’ts? Becky has the answers for men and women. 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
2020-05-30
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Your Eyes Say A Lot: But What Are They Saying?
Eyes are the window to the soul. They can express a lot. So how do you make that work in your favor when you’re live on camera online? Should you wear glasses? And where should you look? Becky has the answers. 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
2020-05-23
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
I’m Sick, But I Still Need To Be Live Online
It’s allergy season. But sneeze right now and people think you’re a pandemic victim. What’s a teacher to do? Becky has you covered with five ideas from the obvious to the ingenious. 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
2020-05-15
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How Not To Look Bad In a Video Conference
A video conference is like a TV show where you’re the star. And just like TV, you need to be very aware of how you look so it enhances and doesn’t distract from your performance. Becky talks about three things you can control about how you look. And guys, we’re talking about make-up for you, too. 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
2020-05-09
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
7 Ways To Be A Better Video Conferencer
Virtual meetings aren’t like face-to-face meetings. They can be harder — particularly if you’re the presenter. Becky’s checklist can help save you from looking bad and bombing online. 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
2020-05-01
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Overcoming Virtual Mistakes
You’re probably used to doing your teaching face-to-face. Now there’s no audience in the room. How do you teach when there’s no encouragement or feedback from the audience? Becky has faced this situation more than 5,000 times doing webinars. She outlines four common mistakes people make when doing webinars and how you can avoid them. 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
2020-04-24
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
7 Presentation Tips For Using Any Live Video App
Social distancing may be forcing you to move your teaching online, but Becky has been doing webinars for more than 15 years. She has seven tips that can make your presentation easier, smoother and more useful. 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
2020-04-17
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Five Ways To Grow Your Talent Success
Do you know the jargon of your business? Becky says while it’s important that you understand the jargon, there’s more to it than that if you want to be successful. She has five things you can do to be a better partner and grow your talent success exponentially. 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
2020-04-11
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Building Business Savvy
When Becky was 25, she thought she knew everything. Then she went to work for Target and found out she didn’t know as much as she thought. She needed business savvy. How can you be a little more savvy in your business role? Becky shares three important things she learned. 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
2020-04-04
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
The Four Learning Principles
The Bob Pike Group has four learning principles it uses to teach adults that are based on neuropsychology. Becky covers all four principles — including a simple way of getting people’s attention. 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
2020-03-27
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Home, Work And You - Making It Live Together
You’ve got three lives going on. There’s you as a person, you with your family and you at work. Becky says if you neglect one of your lives, the other two suffer. She has some tips on how to make them all work together. 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
2020-03-27
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Making Your Case For Talent Development
When you’re selling training, your customer is at the C level. How do you get them to buy in? Becky says you need to know your audience, know your industry — and most important, know your ROI. 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
2020-03-13
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Making Learning Accessible And Inclusive
New people get training. Everyone else? Not always. How do you make your training program inclusive for everyone? Becky has four ideas you can use. 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
2020-03-07
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Ken Blanchard’s Four Learning Insights
Ken Blanchard’s “One Minute Manager” is a legendary book for helping people become better managers. Ken has shared with Becky four important tips to creating learning champions within your own company. Ken Blanchard’s books https://www.amazon.com/Minute-Manager-Kenneth-Blanchard-Ph-D/dp/074350917X 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
2020-02-29
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Developing Your Learning Culture
New management. New team. When that happens, how do you bring about the change and develop your talent? That’s the challenge Becky faced when she bought the Bob Pike group. She shares four things she learned (sometimes the hard way) that you can apply to your situation. 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
2020-02-22
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Using Video To Train: 5 New Tips
People love to learn through video and movies. Becky has five quick tips that will help you be successful when using videos in your next presentation. 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
2020-02-15
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
12 Tips For One-On-One Training
Got one person you need to train in? Becky says you can use some of the same techniques you use in a full classroom. But there are some differences… including one that Becky admits is a “well duh!” 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
2019-08-16
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
The Art Of Listening
What’s the most important part of communication? Listening! As Becky’s been told many times, we have one mouth and two ears, so listen twice as much as you talk. Becky has several tips and tricks that will make you a better listener. 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
2018-04-13
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Being Motivated From The Inside Out
What’s the ultimate motivator in learning? Good grades? Praise? Becky says one of the best motivators is internal — that feeling of pride that comes from becoming more competent. So how do you, as the teacher, tap into that? Becky says you need to engineer curiosity in the classroom. 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
2018-03-02
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Five Mistakes To Avoid In Project-Based Learning
Project-based learning is a great way to get started in training (see Becky’s previous podcast here: https://www.bobpikegroup.com/hubfs/Podcasts/Five%20Mistakes%20To%20Avoid%20In%20Project-Based%20Learning.mp3) but there can be pitfalls. Becky has identified five common mistakes and shows you how to avoid them. Marshmallow Challenge link: https://www.tomwujec.com/design-projects/marshmallow-challenge/ 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
2018-02-23
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Selecting A Better Activity To Get People Engaged
This is one of Becky's most popular podcasts of 2017 - so we thought you might want to hear it again, or hear it for the very first time if you missed it when it was first published. People learn better when you get them engaged using an activity, but how do you choose the right one? Becky has a few guidelines as well as some activity suggestions you may not have thought of before. 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...
2018-01-12
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Secrets Of A Powerful Presentation
This is one of Becky's most popular podcasts of 2017 - so we thought you might want to hear it again, or hear it for the very first time if you missed it when it was first published. What turns a good presentation into a great one? Planning, preparation and polish! Becky has a five-step plan to make your next presentation 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/Res...
2018-01-05
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Recall Everyone’s Name (Even Though You Just Met Them)
This is one of Becky's most popular podcasts of 2017 - so we thought you might want to hear it again, or hear it for the very first time if you missed it when it was first published. Can you rattle off the names of everyone you had in your last class like you’ve known them for your entire life? Probably not. Becky will be the first to admit she doesn’t have the talent for remembering names like her dad Bob Pike can. But she says there are ways to make up for not having that natural tale...
2017-12-29
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
There's A Reason You Should Listen To This Fire Story From Becky
Stories make difference. How you structure them can make make a huge difference in their impact. Becky has a great example of how that works. 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
2017-09-28
06 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Why You Need Some Crazy Ideas
There are obvious ideas. And then there are crazy ideas. Obvious ideas are often practical solutions to getting things done. Crazy ideas—not so much. But Becky says when you're trying to come up with the best ideas, you've got to have both obvious and crazy ideas. Did you miss Becky's podcast on big concepts? Listen to that here: https://www.bobpikegroup.com/hubfs/Podcasts/How%20To%20Make%20Your%20Big%20Concept%20Memorable.mp3 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
2017-09-22
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Sure Fire Ways To Connect With Your Audience
One size does not fit all when you're trying to connect with different audiences. Becky says to reach your learners, you need to get to know them. That means thinking about what a day in their life is like and what they'd really like to get out of your presentation. Should you use stories? Is it better to use visuals? How do you talk to millennials and boomers? Becky has some great tips. 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...
2017-08-18
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
A Field Trip — Virtual or Real — Can Engage Your Learners
Becky says three’s no such thing as dry material, only dry boring presentations. So to make the content more interesting and engage your learner, consider taking a field trip. Becky says you don’t need a bus, just your feet or a web browser. 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
2017-03-17
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
What You Should Have in Your Training Travel Bag
Becky travels a lot — but where ever she goes, she always packs a few essential items that all trainers should have at their fingertips. Do you have all of these items? Are there additional items you can’t do without that you think everyone should have? Send your favorites to Becky through our Facebook page. Link to Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheBobPikeGroup/ 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.bobpike...
2017-02-10
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Kick The Long Lecture Habit
Becky says the Bob Pike Group has a rule: lecture if you must, but never more than ten minutes…and not more than four if you’re online. Any longer and learners won’t be engaged with what you’re teaching. Becky has some great tips on you can re-tool your lecture into some short and snappy segments. Links mentioned in the podcast: Turning Point Technology www.turningtechnologies.com www.c3softworks.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/cr...
2017-02-03
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Teach To A Group With Different Skill Levels
Your next class session may have people who are just getting started as well as seasoned executives. So how do you keep them all engaged? Becky has some tips for figuring out who is at what skill level, finding out their individual objectives and then helping them achieve those objectives. Becky also explains why it's important to get people away from their supervisors. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/
2016-11-25
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Six Easy Ways To Get Group Engagement
This week we highlight one of Becky's most popular podcasts! When people engage and share, they relax and retain more of their learning. So how do you get that to happen in your sessions? Becky has six easy ways you can do it. Links to resources mentioned in this podcast Learning partners podcast http://www.bobpikegroup.com/userfiles/files/Why_Two_Is_Best_For_Introverts%2C_Extroverts_%26_Millennials%282069%29.mp3 Poll Everwhere App https://www.polleverywhere.com/app Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/
2016-09-02
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Unleash Your Creative Genius With Mind Mapping
This week we highlight one of Becky's most popular podcasts! Ideas don't always come in a linear fashion and that's where mind mapping can help you capture and keep thoughts from going all over the place. Becky tells us how mind mapping is a technique you can use for everything you teach…and how a guy named Walt Disney used some of the same techniques. Purchase Becky's new book here: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/
2016-08-28
05 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Don't Teach, Persuade! The Art Of Business Presentations
Making a business presentation may sort of look and feel like teaching a class. You're talking, someone else is listening and you hope they remember what you told them. But Becky says there's one big difference — you're trying to persuade them! Want to be successful? Then listen to Becky's four questions you need to answer before you do your next business presentation. Runs 4:23 Becky's new book: http://store.bobpikegroup.com/bk-creative-training-a-train-the-trainer-field-guide/
2016-07-01
04 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Adding Zip to Old Training Programs (Correct audio file)
Have you inherited a training program that needs some zing, but you don't have time to completely redo it? Becky Pluth has a quick and easy plan to transform an old program into something new and engaging.
2014-08-05
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Adding Wow to Your Webinar (Correct audio file)
Becky Pluth has some best practices you should follow to make your next webinar a successful one.
2014-08-05
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Teach More by Covering Less
Becky Pluth explains how your students can divide and conquer a huge amount of material using a technique called "teach backs."
2014-08-05
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Become a Webinar Wiz
Want to turn your presentation into a webinar? The last thing you want to do is take that PowerPoint and put it online. What's the first thing you should do? Becky Pluth has the answer in today's podcast.
2014-08-05
03 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Learning That Sticks
Learners only recall a small portion of what you present. So how do you make that portion bigger? Becky Pluth has several tips to make the learning stick.
2014-08-05
02 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Sage On The Stage or Guide On The Side?
What do you do when your audience isn't that into you? The secret is not impressing your audience, but letting your audience come to its own "aha" moment. How do you make that happen? Becky Pluth says it's all about making your presentation about the audience.
2014-08-05
02 min
Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
How To Add Value To Training
How do you add value to training? Becky Pluth says the answer is to serve and believe in what you're doing.
2014-08-05
03 min