Training Environment Makes The Difference

“Training Manager, I am Hungry!”

If you are planning a corporate training event that is a full day or more, you will need to think about training event munchies. Feeding trainees well will make a big difference on how they feel about the training. Remember that food is gasoline that the trainees run on and for them to learn, their brain needs good fuel. Consider dietary restrictions and lifestyles when making meal and snack choices. Throughout the day arrange for more that you’ll need of things like beverages in cans or bottles – what you don’t use can be credited back to you or used at the next training. Water, Soda (diet & regular) , and fruit juice. The most common complaints are not enough variety and not enough food

“Training Manager, It is Stuffy in Here!”

Training room design is an important component to the Learning Feng Shui. Well lit, temperature controlled and the comfortable chairs are paramount to a general comfort level of happy learning. Remember personal space is a must when setting up the seating arangement.

“Training Manager, I Can’t Do 5 Things At Once!”

It is important to be able to focus during the learning process. Expecting trainees to keep up with their work load while in a training does not allow for a relaxed mind. Ringing phones, Buzzing Blackberries, and interruptions can ruin an entire day of training. Off site or training that is removed from the typical work area tend to be more productive.

“Training Manager , How Can I Use This Tomorrow?”

Do not remove productive people from their jobs and try to train them in areas that do not meet their needs. Know your audience and take time to learn their needs. Remember a good training should allow them tools to use their very next day on the job. Do your research Training Managers! or you will have hostile learners or empty seats.