Trainer Tips with David Weeks
The small things that help good trainers become great.
Short, practical videos on the craft of the classroom, from an MCT and Microsoft-certified Onboarding Advisor with over 20 years of training experience.
New tip every Wednesday
Latest tip
Building Rapport
Learners who feel connected to their instructor participate more and retain more. Simple ways to build rapport, in person or virtual.
Coming up
- Wed, Sept 30Tip #6 · What's in a Name?
- Wed, Oct 7Tip #7 · AN Answer or THE Answer?
- Wed, Oct 14Tip #8 · Effective Analogies
The full series
Every Trainer Tip, in order
#0Start here
Trainer Tip #0Welcome to Trainer TipsWhat the series covers, who it's for, and why small classroom habits make a big difference.
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Trainer Tip #1The First Five MinutesThe first five minutes of a class set the tone for the entire day. Use them to build credibility, set expectations, and engage learners from the start.
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Trainer Tip #2The Landing ZoneLearners hold on to information when they know why it matters before they hear it. Create a landing zone that prepares the room to catch what comes next.
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Trainer Tip #3Managed TransitionsThe moments between topics are where classes lose momentum. Connect what learners just finished to what's next so every module lands with context.
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Trainer Tip #4Building CredibilityLearners decide early whether they trust the person at the front of the room. Earn credibility quickly without leaning on your résumé.
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Trainer Tip #5Building RapportLearners who feel connected to their instructor participate more and retain more. Simple ways to build rapport, in person or virtual.
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