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the only reason i have rated this between 3 and 4 rating is due to I felt this session would have been better face to face and for us to work through real examples as a group with Sam's input into the conversations and how we could improve our questioning technique when setting goals and actions.
The virtual modality didn't seem necessary for the goals of the session since there was not an opportunity to apply the tools for our context. Reading about the tools could have been sufficient and could have been completed asynchronously/individually. Note that providing reading materials would be necessary so that there is a common understanding across the team*. Synchronous time could be prioritized instead for guided application/practice of the tools in our context. While the session led to an awareness of the tools it will be through application that the team will actually learn. Suggest that the trainer understand the shift for our group and the dynamics of those participating. We are not joining from multiple organizations so that customization could be included in the training. For example, when discussing stakeholders we could skip to a focus on working with internal stakeholders in a matrix setting since that is the reason we are attending. *Many of the tools were not new to me but, even so, I would benefit from a review and clear guidance on each through the provided reading.
The trainer is engaging. Lots of examples are shared
I felt like during the exercise around determining the 5 targets and the AI approach to whether they were SMART or not would have benefitted a lot from the trainer inputting - on screen via a slide - an example of how one or more of those targets could have been made SMART, rather than an AI approach of what might look "smarter" but still not SMART. Breakout sessions were useful, especially the later ones where we were one-on-one. I would consider reducing the amount of time on this training as well. 3 hours is a long time and feel like it would've benefitted either from being fully separate sessions based on targets and feedback or being a little truncated.
I was a bit taken back how a hidden disability chronic fatigue syndrome was used as an example of a sickness record in a detrimental way. Hidden disabilities are very real and the person genuinely experiences symptoms. I feel this shouldn’t be used in a course like this. Also wasn’t comfortable with role play but felt you were pressured into taking part
It was a basic training with not in depth knowledge, which was a shame, but I still found some useful tips for trainers