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INTERNAL KNOWLEDGE SHARING FOR TRAINING TRANSFER EFFECTIVENESS

What happens after your employees attend a great training? Some apply the knowledge. Many forget it. Most keep it to themselves. That is where internal knowledge sharing becomes a powerful force multiplier for Training Transfer Effectiveness . When employees are encouraged to teach, present, and reflect openly, the training does not just stay with them it spreads, sticks, and scales. Why Internal Knowledge Sharing Matters: Reinforces learning — Teaching others forces learners to reflect and clarify their understanding. Multiply value — One training experience benefits an entire team or department. Drives accountability — Sharing creates visibility and a sense of responsibility to act. Builds culture — A learning organisation thrives on openness, collaboration, and shared growth. Encourages application — Employees who know they will present knowledge are more likely to apply it How to Promote Knowledge Sharing Post-Training: Post-Training Presentations – Ask participants to share key t...
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CROSS-FUNCTIONAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS IN TRAINING TRANSFER EFFECTIVENESS

Training does not exist in a vacuum; Training Transfer Effectiveness requires a whole-organization effort not just the L&D team. You can design the most effective learning program, but without cross-functional support, your efforts may stall at the classroom door. What Are Cross-Functional Support Systems? These are the structures, people, and practices across different departments that ensure training is applied and sustained on the job. Think of them as scaffolding that supports the employee beyond the training event. Key Players Include: Line Managers who reinforce, coach, and follow up. IT Teams who enable access to tools and learning systems. HR/People Teams who align training with performance reviews and development plans. Supervisors who create space for experimentation. Peers who model behaviours and share feedback. Leadership who provide strategic support and remove barriers. Why It Matters: Increases accountability across the organization. Encourages employees to ap...

HOLDING YOURSELF ACCOUNTABLE IN TRAINING TRANSFER EFFECTIVENESS

Talent will open the door. Discipline especially the discipline of self-accountability will keep it open. In a world where distractions abound and excuses come easy, personal accountability is the game-changer. It is not just about getting things done it is about doing the right things, consistently, even when no one is watching. What does it mean to hold yourself accountable? It is the daily practice of owning your goals, actions, deadlines, and outcomes without shifting blame or waiting for someone else to follow up. It means saying: “I missed that deadline — here is how I will fix it.” “I committed to growing in this area, so I will track my progress weekly.” “My actions affect others, so I will lead with integrity.” Why it matters in the workplace: 1. Teams work better when individuals can be trusted to follow through. 2. Leaders earn credibility when they model accountability. 3. Training sticks better when individuals take charge of applying it. 4. Cultures thrive when accountabi...

HOW TO BUILD TRAINING INTO DAILY WORKFLOW

We often treat training as a separate event a one-off session, a workshop, or an e-learning module far removed from the daily work environment. But real, lasting development happens when training becomes part of the job , not a break from it. The secret? Embed learning into the flow of work. Microlearning Moments: Break down training content into bite-sized lessons that employees can consume in under 5 minutes, through email nudges, intranet tips, or mobile learning apps. Think small chunks, big impact . Use Job Aids & Checklists: Provide visual guides, quick reference cards, and step-by-step checklists that employees can access while performing tasks. This reduces reliance on memory and reinforces learning at the point of need . Incorporate Peer Learning: Encourage team members to share “how I do it” methods in meetings or group chats. Make learning social and contextual by turning everyday collaboration into a training moment. Manager Coaching & Feedback: Empower supervisors...

HOW ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES INFLUENCE LEARNING BEHAVIOUR

Organisational values are more than words on a wallthey are the unwritten rules that shape how people think, act, and grow. When it comes to learning and development, your values set the tone for how (and whether) people learn. Here is how: 1. Values Shape Attitudes Toward Growth: If your organisation values innovation, employees are more likely to experiment, take risks, and explore new ideas. If you value excellence, they will strive to improve. If you value the status quo (even unintentionally), learning takes a back seat. 2. Values Influence Psychological Safety: When values like respect, trust, and collaboration are lived out, people feel safer asking questions, admitting gaps, and seeking feedback all of which are critical to learning. But if fear, perfectionism, or blame dominate the culture, employees will hide ignorance rather than overcome it. 3. Values Drive What Gets Rewarded: If learning, upskilling, and personal growth are tied to performance reviews, career advance...

ROLE-PLAYS AND SIMULATIONS IN TRAINING TRANSFER EFFECTIVENESS

You can talk about how to handle a difficult customer, or you can put someone in the hot seat to do it. One of the most effective ways to ensure that learning sticks and shows up at work is to use Role-Plays and Simulations. Because let us be honest, if employees do not practice it during training, what makes us think they will do it after training? Why Role-Plays and Simulations Drive Training Transfer Effectiveness: 1. Immediate Application of Concepts: Participants experience firsthand how skills work under pressure not just in theory, but in simulated practice. 2. Safe Environment to Fail and Improve: People are more willing to try new behaviours when failure has no consequences only feedback. 3. Real-Time Coaching and Feedback: Trainers and peers can give instant, targeted suggestions that reinforce learning in the moment. 4. Builds Muscle Memory and Confidence: When learners repeat behaviours in realistic contexts, the skills become natural and ready to deploy on the job. 5. Brid...

THE CORE CONCEPT OF TRAINING TRANSFER EFFECTIVENESS

Did you know that Training Transfer Effectiveness is crucial for learning to stick? Training Transfer Effectiveness refers to the ability of trainees to apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes gained from a training program to their job. It is about bridging the gap between learning and application. The Foundation: 1. Relevance: Training must align with job needs. 2. Practice: Hands-on experience reinforces learning. 3. Feedback: Constructive feedback guides improvement. 4. Support: Manager and peer support ensures application. Why it matters: 1. Boosts job performance 2. Increases productivity 3. Enhances employee engagement Make training count!  Ensure your training programs focus on relevance, practice, feedback, and support to maximize transfer effectiveness!  Click the link to register for ITTEC 2025: https://itteconference.com/registration.php  Watch Our Free Webinar: https://youtube.com/@mbryanconsulting?si=9wGtCwZrQUrOqVM_  MBryan Consulting website: https...