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Why have a training program?

Why have a training program?

It’s simple: Employees desire opportunities. Learning and development allow employees to gain skills, acquire positive behaviors, grow knowledge, and become empowered in their jobs. Effective training, which HR professionals and training managers play a crucial role in, improves retention as employees feel that they can learn and grow in their roles. To be effective, training…

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Musings
Strengths Self-Assessment

Strengths Self-Assessment

This project fosters self-awareness and growth among learners. By thoughtfully leveraging the capabilities of Evolve, the strengths self-assessment tool introduces the Adaptability Essentials segment setting the tone for self-reflection and personal growth.

Practicum
Perspectives

Perspectives

This engaging and insightful exercise is not just a favored tool in my instructional design toolkit; it represents a core philosophy of my approach to education and professional development. Originating from a simple yet evocative prompt, “Standing at the water’s edge,” this activity has been a cornerstone of my efforts to cultivate communication, understanding, tolerance, and appreciation for diverse viewpoints across various settings.

Practicum
Program Management

Program Management

As a Learning Consultant, Learning and Development Program Manager, and Learning Architect I have demonstrated exceptional program management skills. I not only designed the development program and the financial institution I work for, I managed the program as well. Helping to guide and support associates as they completed their training, I coordinated SMEs and the…

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Reflections
Professional Development

Professional Development

My contributions to professional development stem from a deep commitment to enhancing performance and driving process improvements within organizations. At the financial services company, I successfully guided 31 associates through a comprehensive 6-week training program, a testament to the effectiveness of my training curriculum and methodologies. During my time with Amerit Fleet Solutions, I spearheaded…

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Reflections
Instructional Design

Instructional Design

In my role as an instructional designer, I’ve honed my ability to utilize learning technologies, curriculum development, and adult learning principles to create meaningful and impactful learning experiences. Working for a leading financial services company, I’ve spearheaded the development of comprehensive career development training that not only focuses on forward-looking skills and foundational competencies but…

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Reflections
Situational Skills Benchmark

Situational Skills Benchmark

This project aimed to develop a nuanced benchmark assessment designed to help individuals identify and understand their growth areas across essential career skills. Recognizing the limitations of self-assessments—wherein individuals might not accurately assess their strengths and weaknesses due to a lack of self-awareness—the objective was to create an evaluation tool that encourages honest reflection and offers clear pathways for personal and professional development.

eLearning
Time Management Matrix

Time Management Matrix

The “Time Management Matrix”, a component of an adaptability training series, leverages the Eisenhower Matrix to aid professionals in prioritizing tasks effectively. Recognizing the challenge professionals face in distinguishing urgent tasks from important ones, this tool was designed to facilitate decision-making and enhance productivity.

Practicum
Agility Self-Assessment

Agility Self-Assessment

The “Agility Self-Assessment” project encapsulates a comprehensive approach to fostering adaptability and resilience in the ever-evolving professional landscape. Developed with the objective of enabling professionals to self-evaluate their adaptability skills

Practicum
Cyber Security: Types of Threats

Cyber Security: Types of Threats

Project Overview This project entailed the creation of a segment within a cyber security training video, specifically designed to outline various types of threats, culminating in a detailed discussion on the ‘unwitting insider’ threat. Leveraging familiar movie themes to depict each threat type, the video aimed to educate employees on the nuances of cyber security…

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