Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 19, 2011

So, when budgets are tight and the dollars can’t be found for more expensive tools – here are three freemium products I’ve recently discovered that can help get your enterprise training project rolling on next-to-nothing. Following some careful product reviews and some alpha-testing we settled on this system and never looked back.

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 11, 2011

less big companies, for more than 20 years. less big companies, for more than 20 years. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend No comments yet.

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 18, 2011

The problems facing struggling Fortune 500 companies are often similarly complex, yet few if any are utilizing a crowd-sourcing model. My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. Skeptical corporations everywhere would do well to take heed.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 30, 2010

less big companies, for more than 20 years. less big companies, for more than 20 years. Clearly this approach may not be appropriate in all cases, but large organizations would do well to carefully consider when it makes sense to let their expensive gear sit idle and instead employ lower-tech – but more effective – methods.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 12, 2011

Our conversation centered on whether or not companies should limit their employees’ use of the internet and social media while at work. One friend mentioned that her company doesn’t allow her to use the internet, period, because they expect her full attention to be on patients for the entire day. And she felt this to be acceptable.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 22, 2010

For many, that sparks a flood of surveys from companies looking for a little feedback on “how they did” (there may even be a few from Dashe & Thomson to watch for). My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. Liam McCoy: Thanks for this.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 22, 2010

For many, that sparks a flood of surveys from companies looking for a little feedback on “how they did” (there may even be a few from Dashe & Thomson to watch for). My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. Liam McCoy: Thanks for this.

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LifterLMS

AUGUST 19, 2020

We discuss creating mastermind retreats and building WordPress tools for developers with Brad Touesnard the founder and CEO at Delicious Brains in this LMScast hosted by Chris Badgett of LifterLMS. At Delicious Brains , Brad has developed four plugins that can help WordPress website developers with various aspects of website building.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 1, 2011

less big companies, for more than 20 years. less big companies, for more than 20 years. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend No comments yet.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 2, 2011

My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. When Im not busy helping to change the face of corporate learning, I like to train with the Dashe & Thomson company bike team, travel and read. The result? Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Social Networks Blended Learning Wiki Delicious 145

Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 23, 2011

The manufacturing manager wants a product that is easy to build. My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. The first real issue is that few projects have just one stakeholder, and each stakeholder may have their own definition of success.

Social Networks 140

Social Networks Blended Learning Project Compliance Training 140

Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 27, 2010

Because this person had worked in training and development for a large mortgage company for many years and now works as a leadership development contractor, I thought she would be a great person with which to talk shop and brainstorm social learning ideas. Do you want to sell the client a focused product/service or a solution?

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 21, 2011

During that 4 hour hangover period, our decision making abilities, concentration, productivity and attention to detail are pretty much kaput. Now let’s say your company opens up the training and learning environments to innovation and collaboration. Add a collaborative environment and output could increase exponentially.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend No comments yet. What are your favorite tips and tools? Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 7, 2011

The same strategy that has worked for Sheen and Old Spice may very well work for the internal expounding of your company’s message, whatever it may be about (e.g. My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. Liam McCoy: Thanks for this.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 5, 2011

My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. When Im not busy helping to change the face of corporate learning, I like to train with the Dashe & Thomson company bike team, travel and read. Playing to your audience , perhaps? Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Supercomputer’s Win on Jeopardy: Little Comfort to Those Implementing Enterprise Computer Software → Download Free Whitepaper The Top 10 Pitfalls of End User Training – and How to Avoid Them Given the current state of the economy, businesses large and small are looking for ways to improve productivity while maintaining quality.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 11, 2011

Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend Tags: Informal Learning , social learning About Jon I have been involved in enterprise learning, in big companies and.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

World: The Evolution of Distance Learning , Norm Willox, CEO of Critical Information Network, described the “brain drain&# that today’s companies are experiencing as: “Waves of craftsmen retiring, creating a void of skilled personnel and increasing operational risk for plants and facility operators. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 22, 2011

Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend No comments yet. The same should be demanded at work. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 21, 2011

less big companies, for more than 20 years. less big companies, for more than 20 years. → Download Free Whitepaper The Top 10 Pitfalls of End User Training – and How to Avoid Them Given the current state of the economy, businesses large and small are looking for ways to improve productivity while maintaining quality.

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

We train our clients’ employees on new systems, processes, and ideas, with the intention of helping them maximize their productivity while simultaneously minimizing disruption. My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 27, 2011

Instructional designers would be wise to become versed in basic video production, since its utility and ubiquity as a learning tool will only continue to grow. less big companies, for more than 20 years. less big companies, for more than 20 years. Instead, tell them where to get the information they need, when they need it.

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Dashe & Thomson

OCTOBER 15, 2010

We train our clients’ employees on new systems, processes, and ideas, with the intention of helping them maximize their productivity while simultaneously minimizing disruption. My goal is to make sure that no matter the size of the project, each company that comes to us gets immediate, attentive, personal service. Properly d.

Module 100

Module Social Networks Blended Learning Security 100

Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 30, 2011

My Favorite Things: Tools and Tips to Facilitate Content Development → Download Free Whitepaper The Top 10 Pitfalls of End User Training – and How to Avoid Them Given the current state of the economy, businesses large and small are looking for ways to improve productivity while maintaining quality. A link back would be great!

Social Networks 124

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 13, 2010

less big companies, for more than 20 years. less big companies, for more than 20 years. → Download Free Whitepaper The Top 10 Pitfalls of End User Training – and How to Avoid Them Given the current state of the economy, businesses large and small are looking for ways to improve productivity while maintaining quality.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 12, 2010

less big companies, for more than 20 years. less big companies, for more than 20 years. → Download Free Whitepaper The Top 10 Pitfalls of End User Training – and How to Avoid Them Given the current state of the economy, businesses large and small are looking for ways to improve productivity while maintaining quality.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 6, 2011

Create custom written materials by integrating only the portions of the written materials that pertain to your training topics. Learn to be more specific, and customize any of your materials for precisely the right support. Be Tech Savvy; Be Creative. How do you keep your learners motivated and engaged? Liam McCoy: Thanks for this.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

World: The Evolution of Distance Learning , Norm Willox, CEO of Critical Information Network, described the “brain drain&# that today’s companies are experiencing as: “Waves of craftsmen retiring, creating a void of skilled personnel and increasing operational risk for plants and facility operators. Properly d.

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Wiki Social Networks Blended Learning Brain 100

Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 14, 2011

. “The decision to actually send the bacon came when, as we were saying good-bye, Tom [SMEs boss] said, “You guys have got to send Dave — who has a reputation for eating anything, including a doughnut that had been in the company freezer for a year — some of that chocolate covered bacon.” Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Social Networks Blended Learning Wiki Delicious 113

Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 14, 2011

. “The decision to actually send the bacon came when, as we were saying good-bye, Tom [SMEs boss] said, “You guys have got to send Dave — who has a reputation for eating anything, including a doughnut that had been in the company freezer for a year — some of that chocolate covered bacon.” Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Social Networks Social Learning Blended Learning Blogging 113

Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 8, 2010

Speak positively of your team to the client (whether outside or inside the company), and accept that with your position comes the responsibility to take on criticism; if something’s gone wrong and your client isn’t happy – it’s your fault first. No one expects you to be perfect, either, and you won’t fool anyone, anyway. Listen first.

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Social Networks Project Blended Learning Wiki 102

Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 8, 2010

Speak positively of your team to the client (whether outside or inside the company), and accept that with your position comes the responsibility to take on criticism; if something’s gone wrong and your client isn’t happy – it’s your fault first. No one expects you to be perfect, either, and you won’t fool anyone, anyway. Listen first.

Social Networks 102

Social Networks Project Blended Learning Wiki 102

Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 13, 2011

Where Facebook and LinkedIn serve mainly as social dashboards for our personal and professional networks, respectively, I see Twitter as a customized information portal. This is where you can create your customized information portal. Follow – Following people is a great way to start your Twitter journey.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 21, 2011

Moving from Teacher to Facilitator → Download Free Whitepaper The Top 10 Pitfalls of End User Training – and How to Avoid Them Given the current state of the economy, businesses large and small are looking for ways to improve productivity while maintaining quality. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Liam McCoy: Thanks for this.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend No comments yet. But we still take the risk, we still volunteer to be first. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 28, 2011

Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend No comments yet. Instructional Designers: We cannot wait any longer. Social Media. It’s as simple as that.

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