Creative Training Techniques - The Bob Pike Group
Becky Pluth of the Bob Pike Group shares her thoughts on creative training techniques.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 5 minutes
- Episodes
- 553
- Years Active
- 2014 - 2025
Blended Learning
Blended learning has benefits for your business as well as your learners. Becky talks about what we’ve learned during the pandemic can be leveraged for the future.
Purchase Becky's new book here: h…
00:05:35 |
Sat 13 May 2023
Clear Out The Clutter With OHIO
We're revisiting some of Becky's most listened to podcasts
Is stuff piling up on you? Too many things to read, too many things to do, too many emails in your inbox? You’re not alone. Becky talks abo…
00:07:23 |
Fri 12 May 2023
Your Pre-Training Routine
This week we revisit one of our most popular episodes. Becky has learned important lessons from running marathons that apply to teaching classes. It has to do with running a marathon in new shoes. W…
00:06:43 |
Fri 05 May 2023
Teach More by Covering Less
This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcast episodes.
Becky Pluth explains how your students can divide and conquer a huge amount of material using a technique called "teach backs."
P…
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Fri 28 Apr 2023
8 Steps To Amazing Storytelling
This week we revisit one of Becky's most popular podcast episodes. Stories are one of the most memorable ways to communicate and teach. But not all stories are created equal. Becky has eight tips to …
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Fri 28 Apr 2023
A Memorable Podcast
The mark of a good presentation is that people will remember it. So it makes sense that you should know how memory works. Becky talks about the different types of memory and how you can remember som…
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Fri 14 Apr 2023
Living With Stress
With so much to do every day, people sometimes forget they need time to relax. Without relaxing, stress can take a toll on you. Becky has a no-stress quiz you can take to find out if you’re too str…
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Fri 07 Apr 2023
Before, During, And After That World Speaking Trip
Becky has traveled the world for 17 years to speak. Here are some of the things she keeps in mind for before, during and after her trips.
Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.com/3yxhjvvh…
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Thu 30 Mar 2023
Traveling To Speak Around The World
You’ve got your presentation down. US audiences love it. But will it fly in Amsterdam? Will you be awake when you get to Amsterdam? Those are some of the issues Becky faces as a world traveler and …
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Fri 24 Mar 2023
Reading Body Language
You’re doing the talking, but are you paying attention to the body language from your audience? Some of it is easy to read. But what about raised eyebrows, tight lips and smiley foreheads?
Purchase…
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Sat 18 Mar 2023
Tackling Training Tech Problems
Want to avoid things going wrong during your next training session? Checklists are your friend. Becky shares her presentation checklist with us, including that very important instruction — take a de…
00:06:04 |
Sat 11 Mar 2023
Giving Props To Props
Props are one of the easiest things to add to a presentation, but most people don’t think about it. Becky is not most people. So she has some great suggestions on what to bring (squishy balls for fid…
00:05:32 |
Fri 03 Mar 2023
Using Videos In Training
How can you make a video that works for your training? Becky has 10 suggestions on how you can make your video sound good, look good, and get attention.
Smart Brevity book https://www.amazon.com/Sm…
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Fri 24 Feb 2023
Rules To Avoid Death By PowerPoint
One of the biggest challenges presenters have is making a good PowerPoint to support their presentation. Becky has seven rules you should remember — including when to use a blank screen. Garr Reynold…
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Fri 24 Feb 2023
Podcast Scripting Tips And Hints
Is Becky’s podcast scripted? Should you script your podcast? To find out the answer, you’ll just need to listen to Becky’s tips and then check out her producer Mike’s favorite tools below.
Purchas…
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Fri 10 Feb 2023
Sharpen Your Media Skills
75% of your students are more likely to watch videos than read. Becky has some ideas on how you can easily use video to create bite-sized learning.
Purchase Becky's new book here: https://tinyurl.c…
00:00:05 |
Tue 31 Jan 2023
The Critical Thinking Riddle
Critical thinking can help you with self-directed ideas for continuous growth. How do you get started with critical thinking? See if you can answer Becky’s riddles.
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Fri 27 Jan 2023
New Year, New Learning
Got plans for learning in the new year? Instead of making a complicated plan, Becky recommends you start out with a list of things you want to dive into. She has a list of resources you can use.
Pu…
00:06:37 |
Sun 15 Jan 2023
Let’s Be Certifiable
How do you stand out in a crowd? Get certified! Becky talks about the reasons to get certified and how you go about it.
LINK: Spring Fling Certification Session https://tinyurl.com/4eebd3za
Purch…
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Fri 13 Jan 2023
Smart Brevity - Need We Say More?
Brevity is a goal for any communication, but it doesn’t mean shallow. Becky talks about Smart Brevity—The Power Of Saying More With Less and how it’s helped her get rid of all the extra words.
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Thu 29 Dec 2022
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