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How Social Networks Can Harness the Power of Weak Ties | Social.

Dashe & Thomson

A lot of the Social Media Mavens , however, are really ranting, not about the technology, but about the human dynamics related to social networking. If we apply the ‘weak ties’ theory, we might be able to spot people in our network who are both: a) Loosely tied to us (i.e., less big companies, for more than 20 years.

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The Ultimate Brain Food: Performance Support | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

I like to imagine performance support as an Exobrain … (and, of course, that I am one of the smart people in learning … guess I will have to ask Simon about that.) Which is probably about right … I like to think we’re building a better Exobrain. Im a problem-solver and thoroughly enjoy helping clients succeed and look good.

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Addressing On-Demand Learning and Performance Needs #LCBQ | Social.

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What is new, however, is the ratio of on-demand solutions to more traditional training offerings. Questions like “What are the likely situations where on-demand learning or support will be needed or beneficial?&# The questions prompt quite a lively and interesting discussion among online community members.

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Social Media: The Virtual “Over-The-Partition” Learning Network.

Dashe & Thomson

So, here’s my leap from that “over-the-partition” informal learning scenario to how social media can support social learning: YouTube (in other words, video learning). They might even jot down a few notes that you can reference the next time you troubleshoot that widget problem. Properly d.

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Measuring Project Success: Thoughts for the Training Professional.

Dashe & Thomson

Personally, I’m still working on every new project to fine tune the proper “documentation ratio.&# Properly documenting expectations, responsibilities, and success factors can be one of the most vital aspects of successful project management, but it’s so often overlooked or treated as merely an exercise. Properly d.

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Learning from The King's Speech | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

Military May 19, 2011 Give User Adoption the Respect it Deserves May 17, 2011 How Social Networks Can Harness the Power of Weak Ties May 11, 2011 Addressing On-Demand Learning and Performance Needs #LCBQ May 9, 2011 Why Companies Should Spend More on Social Learning May 5, 2011 Gregg Sean: Nice review of the topic , I was seeking to see wh.

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The Power of Your Network | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

People in your network become the portals to knowledge, opportunity, and information you might not find on your own. From the business perspective, however, networking isn’t only helpful, it is mandatory. Continue to grow and develop your network along with your own personal growth and development. Properly d.