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Design Smarter Training with AI-Supported Learning
In corporate training (especially in areas like leadership, communication, or emotional intelligence), success isn’t measured by how well...

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7 days ago6 min read
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How to Develop Training with Busy Subject Matter Experts
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are critical to the success of any training program. Whether you’re developing a new learning solution from...

Michaels & Associates
Jun 183 min read
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Training Rollout Communication Checklist
Rolling out a new training program? Whether it’s a compliance initiative, system change, leadership workshop, or field-based skills...

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Jun 45 min read
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Training Myths Busted: What Drives Impact?
In an era of rapid technological advancement and an overwhelming number of tools and methodologies at our disposal, the real challenge...

Michaels & Associates
May 225 min read
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How to Brainstorm a Training Refresh to Enhance Engagement and Retention
You have a corporate training course that has been used for a few years and is beginning to feel a bit outdated. Perhaps the policies,...

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Apr 305 min read
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The Power of Using Templates for In-House Training Development
Developing training programs in-house can be a daunting task, especially when time and resources are limited or when your team lacks...

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Apr 84 min read
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Seamless Blended Learning – A Transformative Approach
Learning and Development teams often struggle to meet the diverse needs of employees with traditional training methods. Seamless blended...

Michaels & Associates
Nov 25, 20244 min read
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Creating Learning: Is AI-Generated Learning Ready?
The buzz is all about AI when you pick up a news article, read industry magazines and blogs, or even look on LinkedIn and other social...

Michaels & Associates
Aug 30, 20234 min read
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Checklist for Developing a Training Program
Are you ready to develop a top-notch training program for your employees? We've got you covered with a handy checklist to ensure you...

Michaels & Associates
Jul 26, 20233 min read
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Maximizing Learning in Minimal Time
Are you getting feedback that your learners need more time for new learning? In today's fast-paced world, we're all busy and have limited...

Michaels & Associates
Apr 28, 20233 min read
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How to Design Leadership Escape Rooms
Are you ready for adventure? Escape rooms are a new trend in corporate team building that’s quickly growing in popularity….and for a good...

Michaels & Associates
Apr 20, 20223 min read
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Best Icebreakers for Virtual Classroom Training
In recent years many companies have transitioned from in-person training to virtual classrooms, causing employee engagement levels to be...

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Feb 17, 20226 min read
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ADDIE Framework Tasks Checklist
Whether you are a novice or seasoned expert in the Instructional Systems Design arena, you have probably heard of the ADDIE approach to...

Michaels & Associates
Feb 6, 20221 min read
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Transitioning to the Learning & Development Field
We’re seeing a huge shift in workplaces, with many professionals moving out of their chosen fields and into something new and exciting in...

Michaels & Associates
Jan 18, 20222 min read
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Is Training Needed? Checklist
How do you know whether training is the right solution—even with a defined performance gap? Needs analysis is one way to determine...

Michaels & Associates
Oct 11, 20212 min read
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15 Tips to Maximize Your Virtual Training Sessions
Whether you have employees working from home or offices scattered across the globe, it’s possible to transform in-person training into...

Michaels & Associates
Aug 17, 20214 min read
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6 Tips for Successful Corporate Training
Do you have new hires to onboard? Improved business processes to implement? Updated product offerings? Or ongoing customer service and...

Michaels & Associates
Jul 12, 20214 min read
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Boost Training Results with Action Plans
Training action plans are practical tools that assist learners in furthering their expertise and professional development. They’re often...

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Jun 4, 20211 min read
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20 Ways Training Super-Charges Employee Engagement
In recent years, studies have shown that the more companies appreciate their employees, the more engaged and interested these individuals...

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Oct 26, 20205 min read
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Designing Software Training when Software's in Flux
There is a brand new software release and it's your job to create the instructor-led training materials. The problem is the software is...

Michaels & Associates
Oct 26, 20206 min read
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