What do you do if your online courses for business innovation aren't delivering the expected results?

- It's important to review if the course objectives are being met by the content; - Set some indicators to measure if the results are being achieved, making it easier to make necessary adjustments; - Always look for courses aligned with your goals and break them down into competencies you're seeking to develop, enabling you to better analyze if the course deliverables match the skills and knowledge you need to develop the target competency.

Most of our disappointments stem directly from our levels of expectations. Especially for topics such as business, I don't believe a course or degree can provide the best solutions. Experience has proven to be the best teacher. So I would advise toning down expectations of finding a "holy grail" when taking a course. Be open-minded to receiving and learning whatever the course has to offer, without rigidly defining what you expect to get out of it. You may end up learning more during practical implementation than you anticipated. If, after completing the course, you are still unsatisfied, then consider switching to another one. But manage your expectations, as excessive hopes can lead to disappointment no matter what you pursue.

- I usually start by analyzing who the course instructor is, their curriculum vitae, and their authority on the subject. - I also check if the content is up-to-date. Then, I seek references and/or recommendations from those who have taken the course, observing its relevance and applicability in the business context. - I also like to consume some of the author's content to assess the teaching-learning dynamics.

- Something I find useful is always scheduling and blocking off time in my agenda for dedicated course study. Establishing the habit of this learning process greatly helps in making the most of the course. - But overall, courses need to be interactive and encourage practical application and discussions. - At the very least, the course should include practical cases, discussion dynamics, and collaboration among peers, stimulating application in a real-world scenario. - Now, if I notice that the course lacks practical exercises but the theoretical content is worthwhile, I can seek to apply it in practice or explore supplementary formats.

- Each person has a unique way of learning; some prefer reading, others prefer listening or watching. The most important thing is to choose the course that best suits your learning style. - To avoid missing out on interesting courses, when I don't find the ideal format, I continue consuming the content and create my own application path. - Being self-taught in this sense helps because sometimes the knowledge you need hasn't yet been translated into a practical method, and until that happens, it's better to create your own experiments to put the knowledge into action.

- I had a more positive experience with courses that have experts overseeing main activities or mentors to guide us if we're on the right track. - Look for courses that offer sessions for clearing doubts and/or follow-up monitoring. - I also find courses beneficial when they have communities and gamified journeys with missions and challenges.