Edmego Learning

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Workplace harassment is illegal and destructive to any organization, therefore it is important to treat everyone in the workplace with respect and dignity. Not only must workplace harassment be identified, but it must also be discouraged and prevented to maintain a healthy work environment. If left unchecked, harassment can escalate into violence, so workplace harassment training is essential to the welfare of all businesses and their employees.

Harassment Training 100

Harassment Training Assessment Training Train 100

Edmego Learning

AUGUST 10, 2016

Procrastination is the art of keeping up with yesterday ~~ Don Marquis. This is one of my new favorite quotes. We are all guilty of procrastinating in one way or another. There may be parts of our job that we hate doing but we have no choice. We hate working on our taxes so we put it off until tomorrow. We may be assigned projects that just seem tantamount to climbing a mountain and so we say to ourselves: “I will do it tomorrow.

Multitasking 100

Multitasking Write Blog PENS Project 100

Edmego Learning

JULY 28, 2016

Multitasking – The Challenge. I feel almost hypocritical writing a post about multitasking because I got as far as writing out the title and was distracted by numerous other items that popped up. Typical right? As much as we try to keep a paced work flow, there are always things that pop up that can interfere. There is a difference though between last minute items that can interfere with a task at hand and self-inflicted hyper-tasking and multitasking.

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Multitasking Google Calendar Management Calendar 100

Edmego Learning

JULY 18, 2016

Monday Morsels. Security Breach Because of a Lack of Compliance Training. Is your company’s information protected? Is it secure? Do your employees know the security protocols for your organization? This morsel I read by Lowcards triggered some thoughts for me. This expression struck me: “ Most of those surveyed still do not believe their employees know enough about their company’s security risks “ There are way too many opinions floating out there when it comes to co

Sexual Harassment Training 100

Sexual Harassment Training Harassment Training Compliance Training Security 100

Edmego Learning

JULY 6, 2016

Leadership Versus Pacification. This is one of those topics that I affectionately label as “ponderous” The definitions stand for themselves. Leadership means “to lead” or the action of leading a group of people. Pacification means “to pacify” or literally “to negotiate” The question is, where’s the balance?

Leadership 130

Leadership Policies Teams Job 130

Edmego Learning

MAY 9, 2016

Policy Management For HR Nerds…Wait…Am I Allowed To Say That? Policy management is an absolutely crucial tool for human resource departments. Without it employees open themselves up to all kinds of potential lawsuits. Too many employees pull the ignorance clause on their company’s and then the HR department is struggling to provide the necessary documentation to legal counsel.

Policies 100

Policies Sexual Harassment Training Harassment Training Compliance Training 100

Edmego Learning

MAY 2, 2016

The Art Of Voice Overs – Part 2. Producing voice overs is an acquired skill. Just because you talk all day does not mean that you are fully qualified for voice overs. As a matter of fact in part 1 of this series we referenced the fact that when we hear our own voice it can be quite disconcerting. You can quickly isolate the imperfections in your voice quality.

Voice 100

Voice Exercise Articulate Microphone 100

Edmego Learning

APRIL 20, 2016

The Art of Voice Overs – Part 1. Voice overs are a major aid in learning retention. A learner can absolutely read through an e-learning course but that only engages the eyes. With voice overs you are now engaging the ears and boom!… you have just doubled your retention. The daunting part is the how to’s of recording your voice.

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Voice Authoring Tools Microphone Audacity 0

Edmego Learning

APRIL 13, 2016

Love of Learning – Philomath. When in our lifetime can the love of learning ever stop? The answer should be never. Why do we have moments throughout our life where we cringe at having to learn something? More than likely we truly have not discerned the benefits. Here are some examples: You are about 3-5 years old and your parents want you to learn how to clean your room.

Compliance Training 100

Compliance Training Learning Association Learning Management System Brain 100

Edmego Learning

APRIL 4, 2016

Maximizing Retention In E-Learning – Part 3. When it comes to maximizing retention in the workplace, your overall efforts will yield its own measure in results. In Part 1 we talked about the overall learning culture that needs to be in place. In Part 2 we reviewed some of the core segments of training and learning that need to be in place whether it is instructor led or in an e-learning format.

Blended Learning 100

Blended Learning Authoring Tools Learning PowerPoint 100

Edmego Learning

APRIL 4, 2016

Maximizing Retention In E-Learning – Part 3. When it comes to maximizing retention in the workplace, your overall efforts will yield its own measure in results. In Part 1 we talked about the overall learning culture that needs to be in place. In Part 2 we reviewed some of the core segments of training and learning that need to be in place whether it is instructor led or in an e-learning format.

Blended Learning 100

Blended Learning Authoring Tools Learning PowerPoint 100

Edmego Learning

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

The ability to interpret body language is a skill that will enhance anyone’s career. Body language is a form of communication, and it needs to be practiced like any other form of communication. Whether in sales or management, it is essential to understand the body language of others and exactly what your own body is communicating. The post Body Language Basics appeared first on Edmego Learning.

Communication 100

Communication Skills Sales Learning 100

Edmego Learning

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Appreciative inquiry focuses on finding the best in people and how they use it to function in their work and everyday life. Through appreciative inquiry, an employer uses the art of asking questions and opinions to strengthen the system as a whole, creating a more positive environment and heightening employee potential. This approach is designed to focus less on negativity and criticism, and utilize personal design and encourage discovery.

Environment 100

Environment Design System Personal 100

Edmego Learning

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Many people believe you are born with business acumen, which is loosely defined as the ability to assess an external market and make effective decisions. Knowing what is necessary to navigate and create a successful business seems innate for certain people. For example, Steve Jobs showed great business acumen. Fortunately, it is possible for the rest of us to improve business acumen.

Business 100

Business Assessment Training Train 100

Edmego Learning

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Course Authoring Made Simple. Stumped with where to begin with video production for your courses? Do not feel you need to be a professional videographer or a production professional in order to generate video content for your online courses. If you are engaged in a highly robust project then perhaps you may need content of that caliber but for most of our elearning learners that is not necessary.

Authoring 109

Authoring Course Video eLearning Tools 109

Edmego Learning

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Microlearning and its Impact. Microlearning is important to all learners. It’s not: Microlearning is so important to learners of all ages and backgrounds because of its ability to send short bursts of…. Keep it simple. Keep it short. In a previous article we talked about some simple video tools to make content. Do not make your content with the “Gone With The Wind” approach because that is literally how much your learners will retain.

microlearning 100

microlearning Learner Course Content 100

Edmego Learning

JANUARY 14, 2016

Conflict Resolution by Building Positive Energy. Conflict in the workplace is not a pleasant scenario. It breeds stress which breeds lack of productivity which in turn just hurts everything for your company. So what are you doing to build positive energy for your team? Building positive energy is a team effort. Leaving it up to one person typically never works because we all have good and bad days no matter who we are.

Voice 100

Voice Teams Picture Open 100

Edmego Learning

JANUARY 20, 2016

Punching People Can Get You Fired. Are you feeling angry? Or do you feel hostility radiating from your coworkers? The world is more stressful than ever these days. I struggle to even watch the news in the morning because it messes with my zen. It can be difficult to keep the fears and frustrations of day to day affairs from crossing over to the work environment.

Environment 100

Environment Tips News Communication 100

Edmego Learning

JANUARY 27, 2016

Remaining Positive In A Non-Positive Environment. I dare anyone to challenge the inevitable fact that we all have days at times when our mood is less than pretty. As leaders it can be a struggle to inhibit outside influences that wreck havoc on our emotions. Here are just a few quick reminders on how to make sure we have a better day. Have a solid exercise routine.

Environment 136

Environment Exercise Internationalization Personal 136

Edmego Learning

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Maximizing Retention In E-Learning – Part 1. There is a big difference between just scattering seeds on the ground and hoping to grow something versus taking the time to prepare the soil, add fertilizer, compost and then add the seeds. Even after that you work very hard to make sure the area retains the amount of sunshine and rain needed to make your seed turning into a thriving productive plant.

Blended Learning 109

Blended Learning Learning Training Train 109

Edmego Learning

MARCH 2, 2016

. Maximizing Retention In E-Learning – Part 2. In part 1 of this series we spoke about the need to “prepare the soil” and the need to develop the overall company culture. We are going to continue with the preparation analogy as we move into determining learning plans and competencies for your various job titles. There are a couple of stages to consider as you map out your learning plans.

Sexual Harassment Training 109

Sexual Harassment Training Compliance Training Harassment Training Diversity Training 109

Edmego Learning

MARCH 2, 2016

Maximizing Retention In E-Learning – Part 2. In part 1 of this series we spoke about the need to “prepare the soil” and the need to develop the overall company culture. We are going to continue with the preparation analogy as we move into determining learning plans and competencies for your various job titles. There are a couple of stages to consider as you map out your learning plans.

Sexual Harassment Training 100

Sexual Harassment Training Compliance Training Harassment Training Diversity Training 100

Edmego Learning

OCTOBER 29, 2015

Stress Management. Stress Management and the Vicious Cycle. Stress management came be such a vicious cycle. Most of us may deal with a typical scenario like this: 5:00 am – Time to wake up and get the kids ready for school. 7:30 am – Hit the road and sit in brutal traffic for an hour and a half….try to handle some phone calls, emails while you are on the way. 9:00 am – Your first appointment hits you and then you realize it’s going to overlap another appointment which in turn overlaps another.

Management 141

Management Sound Exercise Music 141

Edmego Learning

NOVEMBER 29, 0002

The ability to interpret body language is a skill that will enhance anyone’s career. Body language is a form of communication, and it needs to be practiced like any other form of communication. Whether in sales or management, it is essential to understand the body language of others and exactly what your own body is communicating.

Communication 100

Communication Skills Sales Management 100

Edmego Learning

NOVEMBER 29, 0002

Appreciative inquiry focuses on finding the best in people and how they use it to function in their work and everyday life. Through appreciative inquiry, an employer uses the art of asking questions and opinions to strengthen the system as a whole, creating a more positive environment and heightening employee potential. This approach is designed to focus less on negativity and criticism, and utilize personal design and encourage discovery.

Environment 100

Environment Design System Personal 100

Edmego Learning

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Many people believe you are born with business acumen, which is loosely defined as the ability to assess an external market and make effective decisions. Knowing what is necessary to navigate and create a successful business seems innate for certain people. For example, Steve Jobs showed great business acumen. Fortunately, it is possible for the rest of us to improve business acumen.

Business 100

Business Assessment Training Train 100

Edmego Learning

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Course Authoring Made Simple. Stumped with where to begin with video production for your courses? Do not feel you need to be a professional videographer or a production professional in order to generate video content for your online courses. If you are engaged in a highly robust project then perhaps you may need content of that caliber but for most of our elearning learners that is not necessary.

Authoring 153

Authoring Course Video eLearning Tools 153

Edmego Learning

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Microlearning and its Impact. Microlearning is important to all learners. It’s not: Microlearning is so important to learners of all ages and backgrounds because of its ability to send short bursts of…. Keep it simple. Keep it short. In a previous article we talked about some simple video tools to make content. Do not make your content with the “Gone With The Wind” approach because that is literally how much your learners will retain.

microlearning 146

microlearning Learner Course Content 146

Edmego Learning

JANUARY 14, 2016

Conflict Resolution by Building Positive Energy. Conflict in the workplace is not a pleasant scenario. It breeds stress which breeds lack of productivity which in turn just hurts everything for your company. So what are you doing to build positive energy for your team? Building positive energy is a team effort. Leaving it up to one person typically never works because we all have good and bad days no matter who we are.

Voice 157

Voice Picture Teams Open 157

Edmego Learning

JANUARY 20, 2016

Punching People Can Get You Fired. Are you feeling angry? Or do you feel hostility radiating from your coworkers? The world is more stressful than ever these days. I struggle to even watch the news in the morning because it messes with my zen. It can be difficult to keep the fears and frustrations of day to day affairs from crossing over to the work environment.

Environment 109

Environment Tips News Communication 109

Edmego Learning

JANUARY 27, 2016

Remaining Positive In A Non-Positive Environment. I dare anyone to challenge the inevitable fact that we all have days at times when our mood is less than pretty. As leaders it can be a struggle to inhibit outside influences that wreck havoc on our emotions. Here are just a few quick reminders on how to make sure we have a better day. Have a solid exercise routine.

Environment 146

Environment Exercise Internationalization Personal 146

Edmego Learning

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Maximizing Retention In E-Learning – Part 1. There is a big difference between just scattering seeds on the ground and hoping to grow something versus taking the time to prepare the soil, add fertilizer, compost and then add the seeds. Even after that you work very hard to make sure the area retains the amount of sunshine and rain needed to make your seed turning into a thriving productive plant.

Blended Learning 146

Blended Learning Learning Training Train 146