Over the years as a computer trainer/teacher/facilitator I have seen a lot of interesting things in the classroom. Here are my stories to share with you.
Expected to know everything. Have you ever been thrown into a new situation at work where you were just expected to know everything? With the Pandemic crisis and everyone being forced to work from home or work remotely, I think some employers may have assumed it would be an easy transition for people. Technology is … Continue reading You Should KNOW this by now…
Take a course and you will learn exactly what you need to know about that software. This is a lie. Why? Hmmm... How can I say this as someone who offers computer training? Me... tapping my pen against my teeth. Well, have you ever been a student, enrolled in a course and thought as you … Continue reading The Biggest Lie in Computer Training
I don’t have time for computer training, I have a job to do! It may or may not surprise you how often people have said that to me. It’s truly a catch-22 situation. People can’t afford to take time and dedicate it to learning more efficient and time-saving ways to use the software they use … Continue reading Will On-line Training Work?
“I don’t need to take a course when I can just read a book.” We have more books than ever before, and we have Google and the whole internet at our finger tips. Yet we still teach computers and technology. Why? Because books aren’t teachers, but human beings are. A book is a great resource … Continue reading Courses vs. Self-Study: Exploring the Benefits
After over 27 years in the computer training business I find myself still asking this question, “Why be proactive about training?” I have been offering training to companies and individuals for a long time you would think I have it all figured out by now. Well I do have a few thoughts on the topic … Continue reading Why you should be Proactive about technology training
It’s 2018 and I am thinking about what we can do differently in our small businesses. How do we improve? What can take us to the next level? Here are my thoughts. Really learn something Learn something, really learn something, don’t just Google it. Don’t get me wrong, Google is great for answers and information … Continue reading 6 Tips for making this Year Amazing