In the move from training activity being classroom centric to a more balanced approach, much has been written about the 70-20-10 approach to learning and development, but have we thrown out the baby with the bath water?Let’s get some common understanding: 70-20-10 70 percent of learning should happen on the job – macro – step by step, words in a sentence if you like20 percent of learning should be from coaching – micro – the role, paragraphs if you like10 percent of learning should … [Read more...] about Macro, Micro and Global approaches to learning using the 70-20-10 model – have we got it wrong?
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #100
"If you're calling to criticize something I did, press 1. If you're calling to criticize something I said, press 2. If you're calling for any other reason, you probably dialled the wrong number." … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #100
Who owns training in your organization?
This is a perennial question, and from time to time the ownership and drive moves from one area to another. As a Training Manager I have operated within HR and Operations. And without doubt the best impact comes when Operations owns and indeed demands training.This does not mean to say that HR or a Training function should not be involved in the process, and could help to develop standards and help operations look to the long term, not just a "quick fix". Why in operations? When operations … [Read more...] about Who owns training in your organization?
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #99
The 99% hate the 1%, the 80% hate the 20%, the 60% hate the 40% and the 55% hate the 54%." … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #99
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #98
"My life has gotten much better since I started writing my own horoscopes!" … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #98
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #97
"I have a photographic memory but cant figure out how to download the pictures to my computer!" … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #97
Business Techniques for Growth – Book Review
Written by Thomas H Gray, this book aims to give tools and techniques for smaller business owners. Book Structure: Motivation - self and othersCompensation - for the owner and their team,Incentive plans and non financial rewardsImproving Employee performance - a series of tools and techniques to improve the productivity and engagement of your team membersGrowing Revenue - Understanding where profit comes from, how to magnify key factors and techniques for revenue growth - both … [Read more...] about Business Techniques for Growth – Book Review
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #96
"If you want a better answer, ask a better question!" … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #96
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #95
dd "I don't know if it's burnout, but I set off the smoke alarm six times today!" … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #95
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #94
"After all our online chats I'm happy to finally meet you in person" … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #94
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #93
"I'm afraid I have to let you go. You tested positive for decaf." … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #93
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #92
Good Weather For Ducks – losing the art of communications due to social media
Watching a piece on the news this morning, was a piece that claimed social media was in fact anti social. This is true, many of us would prefer to look at our mobiles than strike up a conversation.In years gone past we would have used phrases about the weather as an icebreaker to talk to strangers. Simple phrases like "good weather for ducks" or "it's wet again" or "wow its hot.. do you think it will last?". These are simple ice breakers that people have used for years, they are simple … [Read more...] about Good Weather For Ducks – losing the art of communications due to social media
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #91
"It works out pretty well tax wise. I write off the whole block as my home office." … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #91
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #90
"I won the door prize at the motivational seminar. It's a kick in the pants!" … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #90
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #89
"I'd like to apologize for asking you to step outside of your comfort zone." … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #89
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #88
"If you're calling to criticize something I did, press 1. If you are calling to criticize something I said, press 2. If you are calling for any other reason, you probably dialled the wrong number." … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #88
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #87
"The 99% hate the 1%, the 80% hate the 20%, the 60% hate the 40% and the 55% hate the 54%." … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #87
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #86
"It's not easy to swallow your pride. Try hiding it in a piece of cheese." … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #86
RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #85
"How much money would I need to go back to kindergarten and start my life over?" … [Read more...] about RapidBI Daily Business Cartoon #85




















