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In 2008, Garr Reynolds first published Presentation Zen, a book which introduced the titular concept. The idea helped a generation of people tackle their fears and anxieties when giving face-to-face presentations. But now presenters have to deal with virtual spaces, too. And while a virtual presentation may seem like lower stakes, those same presentation nerves and butterflies can kick in just as strongly. In this brand new webinar presented by Training Magazine, Amy Saville helps you explore new ways to manage your virtual presentations with the confidence of a Zen master! Register for this free webinar today! https://hubs.ly/Q038-qMT0

Stagefright is a well established phenomenon–even for trainers. But do you also get butterflies in your stomach before a virtual presentation? Just because participants aren’t technically in the room with us doesn’t mean we don't get nervous. In this brand new webinar, co-facilitated by Training Magazine Network, you’ll explore how a little bit of zen and preparation can help you feel more confident going into your next virtual presentation. These tips, tricks, and techniques will give you the tools you need to be confident and calm going into your next training session–so you can say goodbye to the nerves! Reserve your spot for this March 27 webinar–and experience virtual presentation zen! https://hubs.ly/Q038Bnxr0

What starts with a crash course and is followed by six one-hour sessions over two days? It’s the 2025 Spring Fling Virtual Upskilling Event!? Coming April 23-24, the Spring Fling is a fast-paced, fully virtual way to learn critical new skills and earn your professional training certification–so your career can fully blossom! And because this professional development opportunity is fully remote, there are no lines to wait in, no travel arrangements to make, no sleepless nights away from home–just your favorite cup of coffee and twelve hours of upskilling over two days! Register now to save with early bird pricing. But hurry–registration prices increase on March 10, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to spring forward and save! https://hubs.ly/Q0352hDb0

You can think of any training session as an epic story. There are heroes–trainers, content, amazing handouts, learner participation, and so on. But there are things that hold you back, too. You can think of them as villains, intent on preventing you from reaching your goals. Maybe your arch-nemesis is Winging It: The Unprepared Adversary; or perhaps you have a rivalry with Ego: The Self-Centered Nemesis. You’ll read about seven of the most nefarious training villains in this brand new blog post. But don’t worry–each villain can be defeated, especially if you know how. Discover how to vanquish these training villains, so you can have a truly successful training session! https://hubs.ly/Q0352lS30

There’s an old, perhaps uncharitable, saying: No one likes a know-it-all.? In the real world, that’s not always true. But if you’re a trainer, you may have experienced a little, well, tension when working with subject matter experts (SMEs). That’s not always intentional! SME are often incredibly busy and may have specialized knowledge that’s challenging to translate into common language. In this episode of the Creative Training Techniques Podcast, Becky explores practical tips designed to make working with SMEs less of a headache and more of a collaboration. With the right approach, you can stop treating SMEs as a head chef and start thinking of them as co-bakers! https://hubs.ly/Q0352jhb0

Is your training material too easy? Or too difficult? Draconian or overly difficult training sessions can leave trainers feeling frustrated. But there’s also value in giving participants the freedom to make mistakes and problem solve independently. In this brand new webinar, coming February 20, Kim Zerby explores how to find that just-right-amount of struggle for your training material. That way, learners won’t feel spoon fed or frustrated–insteady, they’ll experience the joy of overcoming a challenge. Reserve your spot today to discover how struggle can improve engagement, retention, and results! https://hubs.ly/Q0352fwr0

What does the future hold for the role of artificial intelligence in training? To answer that question, you need to know how trainers are already using AI today! The 2025 Training Insider’s Survey from The Bob Pike Group is here to gauge what trainers think of AI here and now–and we want to hear from you! When do you use AI for everyday tasks? What AI tools do you use? How do you think artificial intelligence will shape your skills, your experiences, and your career as a trainer moving forward? Are there hazards and benefits you think other trainers should know about? Take the survey today, and you’ll receive your own copy of the results when they are released! Get a handle on what’s happening with artificial intelligence today–so you can be ready for the The Future of AI! https://hubs.ly/Q0352sxf0

Authority. Confidence. Empathy. They’re key ingredients for any good presentation. At The Bob Pike Group, we call it ACE!? In this brand new blog post, you’ll explore the right amounts of authority, confidence, and empathy can lift up your next training session. You’ll also discover tips and techniques that will make ACE easier to incorporate into all of your presentations. Find the right balance of authority, confidence, and empathy–so you can ACE your next presentation! https://hubs.ly/Q03524mc0

Thinking about all the new skills you’ll need to succeed in 2025? What if you could learn everything you need in just two days? At the 2025 Spring Fling Virtual Upskilling Event, you can choose from over a dozen sessions, each designed to help you address the challenges of modern training. Session topics include co-facilitation, workplace success, handling difficult behaviors, and so much more! Choose the skills you need to prepare for the future–and earn your professional training certification at the same time! Register today to take advantage of early bird pricing and you can save $200! https://hubs.ly/Q0352c_b0

It's a new year! What are you feeling excited about? Have you explored some of the new tools & tech that's becoming more readily available? For this year's annual survey, we're focusing on AI, and how it's being integrated into our professional & day-to-day lives! Please use the link below to fill out the survey and give us your thoughts on these fast-growing tools, and how they're being utilized. https://hubs.ly/Q034kGJJ0