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Written by Liz McDermott |
It can be challenging to build a strong work community during online training. Still, we've sourced some excellent advice on creating learning experiences that strengthen connections in today's hybrid workplaces.
Heather Muir has put together an interesting piece called '4 Ways to Build Community Through Digital Training.' Heather, Vice President of Marketing for Mandel Communications, delivers global communications skills training at scale. From in-person training to virtual, digital, and hybrid workshops, their workshops are available in seventy-five countries in over fourteen languages.
Heather's great article takes a deep dive into how to build community through online training, with key topics including.
- Designing for digital with the human in mind
- Team practice
- Peer coaching
- Discussion boards
- Leader involvement
- Training as a cultural tool
The Strategy Behind Building Belonging
Heather's main takeaway:
"The right digital learning design can help organizations make huge strides in building team connection and a sense of belonging for participants. Companies that view training as a strategic tool to build culture gain advantages. The outcomes of a cohesive corporate culture range from greater employee retention to improved stakeholder engagement. When a training initiative helps an organization develop an overall sense of community, individuals, and teams can be better equipped to handle today's unpredictable and constantly changing business conditions."
Read the full article to discover how to build community through online training today.
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