https://www.spreaker.com/show/foolish-thoughts-by-a-fool-for-learningenBusinessCopyright Joseph Barone (A Fool for Learning)https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2e37d11a849ad35c15e46303bef876cb.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/foolish-thoughts-by-a-fool-for-learningTue, 17 Feb 2026 11:24:52 +0000Joseph BaroneJoseph Baroneafoolforlearning@gmail.comFoolish Thoughts are produced by A Fool for Learning (www.afoolforlearning.com), covering topics on learning, management, leadership, and whatever other foolish thoughts come to mind. Podcasts are usually published on Tuesday and Thursdays, but it...cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-513-the-final-episode--70096354afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1d6972d6-e1d8-3e2c-a361-e38dd2ca44daTue, 17 Feb 2026 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneJust like the title says...217clean535fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-512-i-did-a-ride-on--69949963afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ecf3f2fb-9276-303e-920c-5703bca01375Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOne of the benefits of completing the Montgomery County Maryland Citizen's Academy is that you can do a "ride on" with an officer.  Hear about my experience on a cold January 2026 evening.  195clean534fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-510-getting-feedback-reselling-tip--69758644afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3dcfbe83-9dcc-311b-9054-ec26e34b25adTue, 03 Feb 2026 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOne of the key things in reselling is positive feedback.  Learn a simple tip which can increase your feedback numbers. 233clean528fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-511-citizen-academy-graduate--69758642afoolforlearning.podbean.com/575d888c-9ac2-3338-989f-2e3b01c72608Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I graduated from the Montgomery County Maryland Citizen's Academy.  Have a listen to what it is and what you can learn about the MoCo Police Department.   #maryland  #montgomerycounty  #moco #mcpd245clean533fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-509-leaders-need-to-up-their-game--69618939afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9332b6dd-618b-3254-8cef-4be7dc3e4d87Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLeaders always need to up their game.  Hear what one leadership expert has to say about it. #leadership #leadershipskills #successmindset #personalgrowth #selfimprovement #managementtips #successhabits #leadershipinspiration  164clean530fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-508-all-that-glitters-is-not-gold--69517316afoolforlearning.podbean.com/59c10111-9078-3764-b945-fef6ffde93abTue, 20 Jan 2026 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAll that Glitters is Not Gold and that applies to the selling and application of new software.   #softwareadaption #technologytrends #softwareindustry #softwareupdate #softwareevolution252clean529fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-507-ciao-dmv-a-new-podcast--69418572afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3130b5b8-f9ec-3920-a5f9-369e202d6c29Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:06:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYep, I am launching a new Podcast Channel.  Have a listen to what it is about and what will happen to Foolish Thoughts.201clean531fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-506-free-new-year-s-day-dinner-tradition--69321509afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d753b985-d6a7-30f0-99ed-855fac092044Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a family tradition when I was growing up.  Sadly, it is not one that I can replicate.   #NewYearTradition #Tradition #NewYearDay231clean532fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-505-closing-out-2025--69074008afoolforlearning.podbean.com/089f71cc-a29c-3127-b543-72213ce3a44dTue, 16 Dec 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph Barone126clean527fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-504-five-training-questions-to-drive-change--68957406afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6fb26fa4-b02c-3b40-b8ae-9a87154c6cc8Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to five questions which you should ask when designing training to drive change.    143clean526fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-503-clock-botching--68830693afoolforlearning.podbean.com/206af222-cc88-344c-a8f0-450d63503464Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the latest business jargon/trend sweeping the workplace.  309clean525fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-502-proxy-quitters--68738130afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6a14d565-7cbb-33be-b945-1872949e0481Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn about the latest business trend, but not in the US.  Not yet but who knows.  198clean524fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-501-more-de-linking-and-time-to-pack-it-in--68615154afoolforlearning.podbean.com/69b0b60e-118b-36b1-bf7e-cdb43b8796feTue, 18 Nov 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a brief listen to my continued retirement journey.296clean523fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-500-500-episodes-where-to-i-go-from-here--68552105afoolforlearning.podbean.com/54b174b5-39ce-3685-b8a2-20f833ad5706Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph Barone500 Episodes.  A Milestone.  Have a listen to where I go from here!238clean522fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-499-the-curse-of-knowledge--68520114afoolforlearning.podbean.com/389b4d0f-8687-3c39-b97a-e88a60919529Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe CURSE OF KNOWLEDGE is one of the latest business phrases making the rounds.  Come hear about it and see if you have fallen to it!    227clean521fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-498-don-t-leave-money-on-the-table-pre-retirement-tip--68445536afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f7863b04-4eba-348c-b7fc-251caacbbb3bThu, 06 Nov 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIf you are offered free money, take it.  Don't leave it on the table.  #retirement #retirementlife #pension 297clean520fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-497-keepting-track-reselling-tip--68412335afoolforlearning.podbean.com/237f8428-fcea-3547-a9d6-230d9b493068Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHow do I keep track of my online inventory and sales?  Have a listen.   #ResellingSuccess  #EcommerceStrategies  #RetailReseller  #ResellBusiness  #ResellingTips  #ResellToProfit #resellers #ebaylife #reselling #ebayseller #resell #reseller #ebay 278clean519fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-496-meeting-hangover--68347784afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f6b2b7fb-7129-3193-b03b-e7a813f07d51Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI have experienced it to some extent.  Have you?   #meeting #meetinghangover133clean517fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-495-shadow-learning--68309895afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0817ea90-6cc5-3874-806a-964d4bae3966Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to a recent training/learning term I learned about.  Is this really a new concept or is it simply an old concept in a new wrapper?   #learning #training #shadowlearning #onthejoblearning #shadowing #informal 124clean518fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-494-an-unbelievable-job-opportunity--68251330afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f759d2c2-73b3-30d7-a070-2f405189b4beThu, 23 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAlthough I am retired, I still like to look at job postings.  Have a listen to an unbelievable one I found!   #jobposting  #employement  #jobopportunity348clean515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-493-how-to-begin-a-successful-presentation--68225397afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5f74220d-2241-3b07-beb5-8255f43554b4Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA few months ago, I read an article of the nine things you need to do to begin a successful presentation.  I want to share with you, what I consider to be the top three. #presentation  #speech #presentationtips  #preparation256clean514fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-492-older-worker-myths-part-2--68162522afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b42c9024-3a5a-3293-93de-9b996ecee072Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I came across a sidebar in TD Magazine regarding four myths about older workers.  As an older worker, I wanted to share my thoughts.  Thanks. #olderworker  #olderemployee  #myths #employee265clean513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-491-older-worker-myths-part-1--68130388afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8a8398d0-9ddc-3785-9a73-08307ae69fe8Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I came across a sidebar in TD Magazine regarding four myths about older workers.  As an older worker, I wanted to share my thoughts.  Thanks.   #olderworker  #olderemployee  #myths #employee258clean512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-490-the-salesman-1969-and-me--68075440afoolforlearning.podbean.com/42c9da1d-678f-3cab-8448-d1e1dbedd46dThu, 09 Oct 2025 11:19:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listed to my connection (and that of my family) with a little known, but acclaimed at the time, documentary.  250clean516fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-489-reselling-using-photos--68044575afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c4dc6cc8-e11c-355d-b871-e0852eb1ac5cTue, 07 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn reselling, simply taking photos is not enough to sell.  Have a listen to what I do in order to sell, in regards to the use of photos.     #ResellingSuccess  #EcommerceStrategies  #RetailReseller  #ResellBusiness  #ResellingTips  #ResellToProfit...232clean510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-488-reselling-my-art-is-my-currency-a-true-story--67984133afoolforlearning.podbean.com/913323d5-fd9e-3d0b-80be-8af8a482bc4aThu, 02 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen reselling, you come across all types.  Hear about one such person.    #ebaylife #reselling #resellercommunity #resellers #resellerlife #resellingcommunity #reseller #resell  #craigslist 162clean506fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-487-reselling-well-you-got-it-for-free-a-true-story--67949618afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a35626cf-4832-3097-b01b-1b898912f227Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen you are reselling, you come across all types.  Hear about one such person.    #ebaylife #reselling #resellercommunity #resellers #resellerlife #reseller #ebayseller #craigslist186clean505fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-486-quiet-cracking-part-2--67891927afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5c255869-cecf-3d9f-8bd8-81e6cb4668fcThu, 25 Sep 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn the last episode, we defined Quiet Cracking.  Now, let's have a listen to some of the possible ways to reduce it in the workplace.      151clean509fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-485-quiet-cracking-part-1--67863040afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f0dfc50c-66f7-37f6-8c90-db9b385a2c5bTue, 23 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you heard of "Quiet Cracking?"  You have probably experienced it but don't even know it.  So, have a listen and learn all about it.   #QuietCracking #EmotionalStruggles #EmotionalWellbeing  144clean508fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-484-frolleagues--67805447afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4ce29d87-4444-3231-b878-a91b11d251d5Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you have "frolleagues?" You probably do but don't even know it.  So, have a listen!    153clean504fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-483-training-consultant-best-practices--67776913afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0b91246f-8481-3287-bbd1-2ae5838b2be8Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen about a recent article I read describing the best practices every training consultant should have.   #bestpractices #success #smallbusiness #strategy #business #credibility #businesstips #entrepreneur #consulting186clean503fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-482-website-evaluation-not-part-2--67717797afoolforlearning.podbean.com/58a603ed-217d-3ce1-a77f-2d94c15319b8Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about my experience when I took some unknown organization up on their offer to provide me with a free analysis of my website!   #webdesign #socialmedia #website #business #design #websitedesign 218clean501fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-481-website-evaluation-not-part-1--67687858afoolforlearning.podbean.com/54804ea1-614d-312a-b4a5-015a69f41a36Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about my experience when I took some unknown organization up on their offer to provide me with a free analysis of my website!   #webdesign #socialmedia #website #business #design #websitedesign 187clean500fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-480-boardsi-is-boardno--67630633afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c2849cfb-041f-33c6-ac5d-4e1efa92550cThu, 04 Sep 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to my experience with BoardSi and why I say BoardNo.  234clean502fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-479-welcome-back--67593360afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4aeab5fd-eab8-3196-a848-3b1285883828Tue, 02 Sep 2025 11:12:21 +0000Joseph Barone125clean511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/testtesttest--67561862afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a3ef9014-d847-3d82-8e81-d4f0c4621b69Sat, 30 Aug 2025 12:38:38 +0000Joseph Baronevvv5clean511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-478-see-you-in-september--66755013afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7df3ee38-db10-3e10-a34a-e30f5fdf2fb2Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe title says it all. 208clean499fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-477-the-ai-scam-call--66625271afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a9781881-0137-3998-8d3b-c2e44e56c21dThu, 19 Jun 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you receive scam calls?  I do.  Have a listen to one that I received recently using AI.  #ScamCallAwareness  #FraudPrevention  #ScamAlert  #PhoneScamSafety  #FraudulentCalls  #ScamCallEducation #scamcall259clean498fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-476-reselling-local-pick-up--66589205afoolforlearning.podbean.com/fbcbe1ec-8ac7-3848-9664-fae0f460d8aaTue, 17 Jun 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen I resell, I selectively offer "local pick-up".   Have a listen to what I do, when I offer local pick-up. #ResellingSuccess  #EcommerceStrategies  #RetailReseller  #ResellBusiness  #ResellingTips  #ResellToProfit 187clean497fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-475-anti-perks--66527097afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d44d6413-022b-33ec-85d6-13caebae827aThu, 12 Jun 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOver the last 15 to 20 years, we have seen the rise of ANTI-PERKS.  If you don't know what an anti-perk is, then have a listen. #EmployeeEngagement  #Benefits  #InnovationInWorkplace #EmployeePerks  #WorkplaceBenefits #JobPerks #TalentAttraction...182clean496fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-474-the-least-thanked-jobs--66491285afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a1577ac8-5f13-3f6c-96ac-17d7d3035677Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to a recent survey which identified the least "thanked" jobs.  Will you agree? #thankful #motivation #appreciation #gratitude #appreciate #grateful #thanks #thankyou 192clean495fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-473-the-most-useless-email-phrase--66406117afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d378157f-59df-34da-b189-531564447aeaThu, 05 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear what is considered currently the most useless email phrase.  Do you agree?   #business #emails #emailsuccess #emailtips #stupid #worthless #useless172clean494fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-472-the-snippet-generation--66380336afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d9ec55b0-0c53-3f1c-a7de-5606700cc791Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAre you a member of the Snippet Generation?  Do you even know what that is?  Then have a listen! #trend #lifestyle #life #generationz #genz #youth161clean493fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-471-colleges-not-preparing-future-workers--66324997afoolforlearning.podbean.com/23203a9f-3cba-3151-837e-d9cac258632fThu, 29 May 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to the survey results of 800 HR professionals regarding colleges not preparing future employees.  And, I chime in with some of my Foolish Thoughts on the matter.   #hiring #hr #work #staffing #business #education #humanresources #jobs...138clean492fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-470-i-got-the-wrong-degree--66291710afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e432fbe1-09b5-3c31-9289-4f9cd1e989a0Tue, 27 May 2025 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA recent survey of 800 recent graduates claims that many of them earned the wrong degree.  Have a listen as to why they believe this. #college #collegeeducation #collegedegree #studentsuccess #success #degree #university267clean491fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-469-teacher-to-trainer--66199502afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a0ad0f45-2266-3ba6-9dc0-0fc293ad341cThu, 22 May 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAre you a classroom teacher?  Have you ever thought about making a career change?  Have you ever thought about going into the world of corporate training?  Then have a listen about making that jump! #education #training #teacher #teaching #learning...223clean490fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-468-don-t-just-scroll-delete-and-unsubscribe--66167904afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bb0790d8-775d-342b-b034-aebe462aa10bTue, 20 May 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to a gentleman who ran out of space on his email account and the advice I provided to him. #emailtips #emails #business #emailmanagement208clean489fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-467-the-toilet-paper-resignation--66098710afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d63f1834-a960-3ec9-8b92-e73247678af1Thu, 15 May 2025 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDid you hear about The Toilet Paper Resignation? Have a listen to learn all about it and some questions that I have, #management #employee #resigning #quitting #employment #resign #employer #resignation266clean488fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-466-learning-objectives-a-criticism--66069830afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c1e8f09c-a0db-33c0-b1cd-23b1e1232376Tue, 13 May 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to a criticism I have about a recent article on learning objectives. #learningobjective  #goals #trainingobjectives  #training  #understanding200clean487fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-465-mother-may-i--65996307afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5a5cfd17-b50f-36b4-9e01-56718ac4743eThu, 08 May 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen you retire, you begin to reminisce about things. Hear about one game, which I played when I was child.   #games #childhood #childhoodmemories #childhoodlife #childhoodmemory216clean486fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-464-red-light-green-light-1-2-3--65937153afoolforlearning.podbean.com/85271641-9c26-3331-a832-375e69161a41Tue, 06 May 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen you retire, you begin to reminisce about things. Hear about one game, which I played when I was child. #games #childhood #childhoodmemories #childhoodlife #childhoodmemory187clean485fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-463-professionally-de-linking-slowly--65822727afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6d7e67c9-9572-35da-ab7f-40cf615c6b87Thu, 01 May 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen you retire, it may be difficult to "de-link" from your profession or other interests/activities. Hear about what I did to begin the process of "de-linking". #remove #delink #professionallife #professional 288clean484fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-462-ebay-sourcing-continued--65791310afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6a433fcb-5a2f-3c01-94bf-ff257c80d19cTue, 29 Apr 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn previous episodes, I discussed a number of "places" you might source or find items, which you may sell on eBay and other platforms. In this episode, I will discuss one which some have had success. #resellers #ebaylife #ebaycommunity #reselling...210clean483fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-461-observe-in-a-stealth-manner-a-true-training-story--65699914afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9b5644ce-1393-34a6-af3c-6d70f75923c4Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen you observe a trainer in action, do so in a stealth manner.  Hear about a time when I was observed, and it was anything but.   #training #learning #observation #ProfessionalDevelopment #TrainingAndDevelopment #SkillEnhancement  418clean482fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-460-retirement-less-is-better-get-use-to-it--65662571afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ea7ea543-e344-3c04-bc3c-efee1b5a02efTue, 22 Apr 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThere are many things you can do to simply your lifestyle in retirement.  Hear about one way but you will need to change your expectations.   #retirement #retirementlife #simplification212clean481fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-459-retirement-clean-out-time--65524028afoolforlearning.podbean.com/312f735d-e467-3297-a3b9-8b97e2499c0cThu, 10 Apr 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen you retire, this is one of the things you should.  However, many do not necessarily think of doing this. Note: No episodes will be published on April 15 and April 17, 2025.   #cleanout #delete #files #digitalfiles #digital #retirement #retirementlife198clean480fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-458-retirement-the-first-thing-i-did--65440205afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6194efe2-8707-3d30-966e-96955569f536Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOnce I decided to retire, I was determined not to simply watch the grass grow.  Hear about the first thing I did.   #LifeAfterWork  #RetirementGoals  #RetirementLifestyle  #FuturePlanning  #EnjoyingRetirement  308clean479fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-457-special-interview-tests--65334157afoolforlearning.podbean.com/37e241bb-548a-3dcd-9e6f-89e519d4fdf0Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you heard about "Special Interview" Tests?  Do you know what they are?  Do you give them?  Have a listen as to what they are and why they are given. #JobInterview  #InterviewTips  #InterviewPreparation  #JobSearch  #InterviewSuccess  233clean478fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-456-ten-ways-to-know-your-training-has-been-effective--65279896afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3476107f-1e84-3211-bd6c-11998756f80aTue, 01 Apr 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to ten ways to know if your training has been effective.  These will truly resonate with anyone in the learning/training profession. #business #training #inspiration #teaching #success #motivation #life #leadership #skills #classroom 186clean459fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-455-learn-something-new-each-day--65157585afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ac19fa90-5e6d-3aa4-b87c-9d3a21600e84Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph Barone"Learn Something New Each Day" can and should be done by everyone, especially by someone you might least expect.    231clean477fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-454-sourcing-from-the-dead--65103276afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ee8eb20c-0a3d-3415-a351-3f00a8c78ae0Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLooking to sell on eBay or one of the many other platforms, then learn how you can "Source from the Dead." #reselling #ebaylife #resellers #resellerlife #estatesales #ebay275clean473fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-453-ebay-sourcing-p2--64991483afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3f73c713-5944-39c9-807d-ca0f01053e44Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this continuation from the last episode, learn how you can source at no or low cost. #ebayreseller #reseller #ebaylife #resellercommunity #ebaystore #ebay #reselingl 261clean474fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-452-ebay-sourcing-p1--64952149afoolforlearning.podbean.com/64699646-4b82-3fde-805f-8eb36e7b5721Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn about the fastest and easiest way you can source for selling on eBay. #ebayreseller #reseller #ebaylife #resellers #resellercommunity #resellerlife #reselling #ebay261clean475fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-451-knowing-when-to-pack-it-in--64858968afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c05cb5c5-46ca-38f2-92ad-2634e8511e01Thu, 13 Mar 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOne of the things my father would always say that you need to "Know When to Pack It In."  Hear about me doing just that and some changes to this podcast.    189clean476fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-450-eye-contact--64807441afoolforlearning.podbean.com/54a68cee-dd55-3396-82be-ae9ee1b94b47Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen speaking to a group - large or small - making eye contact is essential.  Have a listen to not only the why but also the how.   #EyeContact   #NonverbalCommunication  #InterpersonalSkills   #EffectiveCommunication  #Connection  178clean472fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-449-why-use-gestures--64728621afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d55c6ac7-d828-3220-8e8f-4d3beba917ecThu, 06 Mar 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen as to why using gestures is important while you speak.   #Gesture #Gestures #NonverbalCommunication #BodyLanguage #CommunicationSkills #HumanConnection 154clean471fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-448-eliminating-distracting-mannerisms--64690081afoolforlearning.podbean.com/89c9cb74-2511-340e-867c-0cdf23c731bcTue, 04 Mar 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo your mannerisms distract from your message?  Have a listen to what you need to do, to help your audience focus on your message. #Mannerisms  #BodyLanguage  #CommunicationSkills  #NonverbalCommunication  216clean470fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-447-ebay-selling-hidden-costs-p2--64602107afoolforlearning.podbean.com/257416be-6233-343b-8c08-fcb1aaa904b4Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneEvery consultant needs to have more than one revenue stream.  Some, like myself, may sell on eBay.  Have a listen to how you can keep some of the hidden costs under control, if you decide to sell on eBay.   #revenuestream #consultingrevenue ...312clean468fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-446-ebay-selling-hidden-costs-p1--64560149afoolforlearning.podbean.com/54e06ca3-92ce-33c2-b9e1-e12680ede5cdTue, 25 Feb 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneEvery consultant needs to have more than one revenue stream.  Some, like myself, may sell on eBay.  Have a listen to some of the hidden costs you will encounter, if you decide to sell on eBay.   #revenuestream #consultingrevenue  #ebayseller #ebay...265clean467fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-445-trainers-love-games-but-is-it-appropriate-p2--64471699afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6b05ef12-87a0-3da8-9e36-a4c763c03b53Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneTrainers love to use games as part of their workshops/courses.  However, are they appropriate?  Have a listen to some of the questions you need to ask to ensure that they are appropriate for your workshop/course.   #TrainerGuide  #GamePerformance ...202clean466fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-444-trainers-love-games-but-is-it-appropriate-p1--64432363afoolforlearning.podbean.com/78afebb1-5ee3-37a3-ae90-9460e8bca809Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneTrainers love to use games as part of their workshops/courses.  However, are they appropriate?  Have a listen to some of the questions you need to ask to ensure that they are appropriate for your workshop/course.   #TrainerGuide  #GamePerformance ...220clean465fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-443-resume-lying--64356352afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4505b7fa-ba81-39c8-a8d8-702b9acc4f63Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA recent survey of job seekers found that a sizable portion lied on their resumes.  Have a listen to the reasons why. #recruiting #business #jobseekers #curriculumvitae #hr #recruitment #resumedesign #resumewriting #resume 191clean469fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-442-what-s-in-your-wallet-training-tip--64317097afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bc2ce408-d712-39f8-8d75-916437ef35d9Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a very simple ice breaker that you can use! #breaktheice #life #icebreaker #gettingtoknowyou #teambuilding #corporateteambuilding #icebreakers120clean464fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-441-scouting-america-a-terrible-rebrand--64227246afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9040a8be-02a9-30a4-bd99-fde13c9576bdThu, 06 Feb 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOn February 8, 2025 the Boy Scouts of America will rebrand itself to Scouting America.  Have a listen as to why I think it is a terrible rebrand. #boyscoutsofamerica #orderofthearrow #wosm #eaglescout #scouting #cubscouts #beprepared #boyscout...324clean462fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-440-likes-paid-off-for-me--64185969afoolforlearning.podbean.com/81d7f057-3b3e-358f-b729-00bbc0594468Tue, 04 Feb 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you "like" the postings by various business?  Has it every benefited or hurt you?  Have a listen to a story about liking a business and something you may consider doing, if you do not do so.   #like #follow day #comment #smallbusinessowner...214clean461fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-439-quiet-vacationing--64036978afoolforlearning.podbean.com/da4f4236-543f-3471-b059-261a301ea769Thu, 30 Jan 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to what some employees are doing: Quiet Vacationing!  I am a little surprised by it. #business #productivity #mentalhealth #worklife #remotework #work #timemanagement #workfromhome #jobs #worklifebalanced 186clean460fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-438-cyberloafing--63958173afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c57b91e1-ee9c-3532-ba63-264a7b28bf87Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to the latest trend of white collar workers. #goofingaround #wastetime #timemanagement #dontwastetime #timewasteing199clean463fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-437-hushed-hybrid--63842338afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c064ea54-4bdc-36e1-8894-ed9de7b0d95bThu, 23 Jan 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYour company wants you to go back to the office five days a week?  Hear about what some are doing to oppose that.   #HybridWorkModel   #FutureOfWork  #WorkplaceFlexibility  #RemoteAndInOffice  #WorkLifeBalance #EmployeeEngagement  154clean457fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-436-incorporate-difficulties-in-training-training-tip--63780193afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8bc3f560-28e0-3a31-9eaf-4422ef48287cTue, 21 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is important, when designing training, to ensure that learners aren't simply and always getting the perfect client/customer/situation.   #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkplaceTraining  #ContinuousLearning #TrainingAndDevelopment #LearningCulture  222clean455fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-433-a-huge-waste-of-time-a-true-story--63712451afoolforlearning.podbean.com/19b57a14-15a0-3b2e-bfd9-1a3f44aca74dThu, 16 Jan 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the time I got hired and it was a huge waste of time.  And, yes, I name the organization!   #ProfessionalEtiquette #WorkplaceGhosting  #ghosting  #CandidateExperience #TalentAcquisition  #AnneArundelCC327clean453fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-434-ghost-job-offerings--63685708afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c32d4a15-1c2e-34cb-b473-62a8a97f6781Tue, 14 Jan 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to what some organizations are actually doing when they post a job.  It is actually quite shameful!   #JobOpportunities  #TalentAcquisition #Recruitment  #Hiring #Careers #JobSearch249clean454fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-433-the-corporate-accent--63624090afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4719a65a-dcba-352f-b583-41338dd29e28Thu, 09 Jan 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDepending upon where you are from, you may have an accent.  But did you know, there is a Corporate Accent? #accent   #EffectiveCommunication #GlobalBusiness  #ProfessionalLanguage #CorporateJargon #jargon162clean456fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-432-happy-new-year--63599334afoolforlearning.podbean.com/cc78d2b6-eb5c-3ba0-be6d-c23ff2c48986Tue, 07 Jan 2025 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWelcome Back!  In this very short episode, have a listen to a couple of the episodes planned for the next few weeks. And as always, Happy New Year!105clean458fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-431-end-of-the-year-thoughts--63390925afoolforlearning.podbean.com/91cf9a2f-c63f-3591-8534-0fc7debc6c15Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSome end of the year thoughts and THANK YOU!    99clean452fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-430-succession-planning-part-3b--63351672afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d4d2d1a3-0e0b-38d2-9ea4-f0b9b4b6d2dbTue, 17 Dec 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to the final episode, which finishes up the parts or sections of a good Succession Plan. #SuccessionPlanning  #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity  #StrategicPlanning  #WorkforcePlanning172clean451fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-429-succession-planning-part-3a--63282974afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5a63ada6-8d0d-3e63-835d-a463ff5f0478Thu, 12 Dec 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this fourth episode, we will look at the parts or sections which make up a successful Succession Plan. #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity #StrategicPlanning #WorkforcePlanning235clean450fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-428-succession-planning-part-2b--63251874afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2738e2bd-7f39-3337-9ee6-ac46392d1b7dTue, 10 Dec 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this third of the five part series, we will continue with the "why" of Succession Planning. #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment  #BusinessContinuity #StrategicPlanning #WorkforcePlanning127clean449fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-427-succession-planning-part-2a--63163831afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c3deed29-f591-305e-bdac-9a8201521da8Thu, 05 Dec 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this second of a five part series, we will look at the "why" of succession planning.   #SuccessionPlanning   #LeadershipDevelopment  #BusinessContinuity  #StrategicPlanning   #WorkforcePlanning141clean448fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-426-succession-planning-part-1--63125440afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ecc3dc95-6582-328b-8033-bce18455ba51Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this five part series, we will take a look at Succession Planning.  This episode will focus on defining Succession Planning. #SuccessionPlanning  #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity  #StrategicPlanning  #WorkforcePlanning147clean447fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-425-thanksgiving-2024--63011726afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f422eed5-0c06-365f-ae67-7d338ea9ed2fTue, 26 Nov 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI am grateful to each of my listeners. I will publish my next episode on Tuesday, Dec. 3rd.187clean446fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-424-hybrid-meeting-etiquette--62953496afoolforlearning.podbean.com/eafdde5e-cac5-34c8-b0a8-df75c4fb75f9Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHybrid meetings have been a staple of the business world since 2019/2020.  However, they can disintegrate into a bit of a mess, unless you follow a couple of simple communication rules. #HybridMeetings  #VirtualCollaboration  #MeetingInnovation ...182clean445fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-433-stress-bragging--62811942afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3b63b908-ffa8-38c0-8e2b-9fea97b8a9c4Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you have a co-worker who constantly tells you how busy they are?  Do you constantly tell everyone how busy you are? #BusyBragging  #stressbragging #LivingTheDream171clean444fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-422-farewell-llc--62736726afoolforlearning.podbean.com/769bba8a-5010-3d76-9c65-ca643fda2c8bThu, 14 Nov 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneTo maintain an LLC, there is a cost.  Have a listen to why I have decided to shut down my Limited Liability Corporation (LLC) in Maryland. #LimitedLiabilityCompany   #BusinessFormation  #Entrepreneurship  #SmallBusiness  #BusinessOwnership ...315clean443fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-421-unbossing--62704153afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dc419857-b1cf-3022-8f71-213e010422ccTue, 12 Nov 2024 11:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn many instances of corporate downsizing, mid-level management is one of the first to go.  Have a listen about this trend.   #JobLoss #WorkplaceChallenges #EmploymentStruggles #MidLevelManagement  243clean442fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-420-things-to-remember-on-tough-days--62651020afoolforlearning.podbean.com/82681eab-626c-3f5c-9431-137774ff4110Thu, 07 Nov 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHere are a couple of things to keep in mind during tough days, especially when things are not going your way. #LifeLessons #Mindfulness #LifeAdvice #GrowthMindset  228clean441fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-419-body-movements-to-avoid-when-engaging-others--62621284afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9b44c9f8-6625-30c3-a7c6-e323a3306a19Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhat you do (body movements) in a meeting can say just as much about what you are thinking, as when you say it.   Have a listen as what not to do.   #bodylanguage #bodylanguagematters #BodyLanguageTips  #BusinessMeeting  #meeting #communication...288clean440fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-418-the-hemingway-trick--62566969afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ba897961-b836-3f5b-b543-dd6290a0aa25Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you ever come into work in the morning and just can't pick up where you left off, no matter what you do?  Then have a listen to this trick!   #writersblock #writingprompts businesstips #success #businesslife 231clean439fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-417-the-switch-cost-effect--62540287afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0416c0ac-1852-3cc9-b4d0-daa1b11a8b72Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you ever been in working on something, in deep concentration, and are suddenly interrupted by a question or query?  What happens when you attempt to get back into the groove of work?   #business #interruption #interrupted #howtoovercome...214clean438fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-416-saying-no-gracefully--62486716afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a8d1c0dc-6e5c-3a11-87f9-8f2f5df16ae2Thu, 24 Oct 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI grew up in NYC and saying "NO" was a pretty straightforward thing.  However, in the business world, you can't always do that.  Have a listen to a couple of ways to say "NO" without saying "NO". #sayingno #no #howtosayno  #businessculture...240clean436fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-415-chronoworking-business-trend-term--62461982afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0e0a8988-9e58-3624-9441-a00249b58cbdTue, 22 Oct 2024 10:52:29 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to one of the recent business trends/terms. #WorkStyle #ProfessionalDevelopment #ProductivityTips #CareerGrowth  #work176clean435fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-414-don-t-move-the-problem--62395698afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dbe48ecf-a426-3dde-885e-ca4b48a3bb1cThu, 17 Oct 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWe all have that one problem employee.  So, don't move the problem.  #EmployeePerformance #WorkplaceCulture #PerformanceManagement #LeadershipSkills #ToxicWorkplace  179clean434fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-413-i-m-done-so-i-will-read-stella-saga--62371821afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5089621c-403d-34f5-92e8-92043e52735dTue, 15 Oct 2024 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOnce more, we have another story from Stella, my Gen X friend and her Gen Z staffer.    #GenX #GenZ #workhabits #WorkplaceEfficiency #ProfessionalDevelopment  197clean433fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-412-tech-interview-questions-part-2--62311318afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2855d736-340d-36cb-b709-a1c5fa80f4efThu, 10 Oct 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAccording to an online article, there are three groups of questions you can ask during an tech job interview.  In this episode, we will focus on the second group of questions. #interview #interviews #interviewtips #Interviewing #interviewquestions...287clean426fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-411-tech-interview-questions-part-1--62283025afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a998b5f9-0b69-3067-8535-48394fe99f42Tue, 08 Oct 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAccording to an online article, there are three groups of questions you can ask during an tech job interview.  In this episode, we will focus on the first group of potential questions. #interview #interviews #interviewtips #Interviewing...193clean425fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-410-overcoming-training-resistance-part-2--62207921afoolforlearning.podbean.com/23273d20-680e-376d-833f-5a265ba6cf46Thu, 03 Oct 2024 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, we will review two additional methods by which you may be able to overcome resistance by staff to training.    #training #Trainingtips #trainingprogram #trainingsplan #traininggoals254clean428fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-409-overcoming-training-resistance-part-1--62177487afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c037d3ac-b613-38db-8e1a-d4f3af364ea5Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you have staff who have a difficult time completing training?  Then have a listen to two possible methods to overcome staff resistance to required training.  #training #Trainingtips #trainingprogram #trainingsplan #traininggoals221clean427fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-408-gatekeepers-an-interview-with-sylvester-giustino-part-3--62114528LinkedIn.   #gatekeeper #gatekeepers #networking]]>afoolforlearning.podbean.com/fde1455a-bb62-3a75-a937-c6424513a813Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this the last of a three part podcast, Sylvester Giustino discusses the skills you need to get the gatekeepers to "open the gates." Mr. Giustino is a Government Affairs Consultant with the Bennett Group DC.  If you wish to reach him, you may do so...LinkedIn.   #gatekeeper #gatekeepers #networking]]>984clean424fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-407-gatekeepers-an-interview-with-sylvester-giustino-part-2--62089282LinkedIn.     #gatekeeper #networking]]>afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2d97ddae-6e92-3331-85af-b9dedd9ed415Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, Sylvester Giustino will discuss the "roadblocks" or "gates" that one will encounter with gatekeepers and the strategies you can use to open those gates.  Mr. Giustino is a Government Affairs Consultant with the Bennett Group DC.  If...LinkedIn.     #gatekeeper #networking]]>1130clean423fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-406-gatekeepers-an-interview-with-sylvester-giustino-part-1--62025965LinkedIn.    #gatekeeper #gatekeepers #communication #networking]]>afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0ba1862e-7131-3e25-afe6-42d565a73802Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, the first of three, we will explore the concept of a "Gatekeeper" with Sylvester Giustino.  Mr. Giustino is a Government Affairs Consultant with the Bennett Group DC.  If you wish to reach him, you may do so on...LinkedIn.    #gatekeeper #gatekeepers #communication #networking]]>646clean422fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-405-humor-in-learning--61918790afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9886e0c7-6c7e-36a6-9ccd-6d0bd3e3514fTue, 17 Sep 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI like to use humor in training, but it can be dangerous.  Have a listen to a couple of techniques which can be used to inject humor in training. #training  #learning  #trainingdelivery #humor #presentations  #baddadjokes234clean431fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-404-appreciate-your-volunteers-a-true-story--61365326afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d7f50630-2883-3214-8ac9-164fc8b3a96fThu, 12 Sep 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI wanted to share a story about a long time volunteer and what happened when he left his organization. #volunteer  #VolunteerLife #VolunteerAppreciation #thankyou #appreciation337clean429fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-403-recognition-is-important--61321924afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b56f6fdc-5cbe-3fca-898d-56d0ae1d39c0Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is always so important to recognize good work.    #appreciation #goodwork #goodworksmakeadifference #recognition221clean430fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-402-deleting-contacts--61271644afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4a75f9d1-1bba-3c89-84d3-8ffaaa97b071Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI just deleted a number of contacts.  Do you ever do so?  Have a listen to as why I did. #contacts #cleaninghouse #networking244clean432fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-401-it-s-september-and-you-know-what-that-means--61250012afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3a92dba6-57a5-37bc-aae4-b271d9e94b9bTue, 03 Sep 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYes, it is September and that means the dropping of new episodes. Have a listen to what is coming up for the next few weeks.   #podcast  #podcasting  #businesslife  #consulting #consultinglife236clean437fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-400-thank-you-and-see-you-in-september--60500812afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e731329e-39c0-369e-97e7-aa3715d48f72Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThank you and see you in September.132clean421fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-399-recognition-is-important--60448033afoolforlearning.podbean.com/db51c506-867f-3d36-868c-4a1ef57bc436Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is so important to recognize good work.  #feedback #motivation #ownyourperformance #reputation #business #learning #training #recognition 231clean420fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-398-zoom-bombing-background-bombing--60421931afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c15b3461-fa45-3005-b1fe-23506684e063Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYou may have heard of one of these, but I doubt you have heard of both.  And, maybe, just maybe, you may have even experienced one or both of them. #remoteworking #zoom #zoombombing #zoommeeting #business #work #technology223clean419fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-397-tech-shame--60371467afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2ccb47c9-4ea3-3cda-b26d-e9387abac7edThu, 13 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIs this a real issue/problem or is this overblown?  Don't know what it is?  Then have a listen.  #selfconfidence #shame #confidence  #fearoffailure #anxiety #technology #insecurity  #genz #millenials #business169clean418fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-396-dry-promotion--60348607afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e5a1928f-ff96-31b6-af76-a0e3bcfb5da8Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you ever been offered a DRY PROMOTION?  Bet you have and bet you accepted!  Most of us have.  Don't know what it is?  Well then, have a listen. #promotion  #workhard #leadership #supervisor #business #corporate #job  #talent218clean417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-395-the-two-pager--60298018afoolforlearning.podbean.com/39d9a5a1-5b1e-34f2-a5ec-b8451e87e4c9Thu, 06 Jun 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAn interesting management technique but one that I would not necessarily recommend.   #paper #proposal #solution #management #business #leadership287clean416fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-394-staging-the-classroom--60272460afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6424b33f-6def-3863-ad00-f56516767d37Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneNo matter where you are training -- a standard training room or a general purpose room -- there are certain things you need to do to ensure that the participants have a positive learning experience.   #training  #learning  #classroom #directions...325clean415fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-393-thanking-everyone-in-public-the-stella-saga--60219048afoolforlearning.podbean.com/652985e6-e0df-32e4-a8ae-dcfe669eeadcThu, 30 May 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt seems that Gen-Zers like to thank everyone in public for everything they do, even if it is minor.  Is this your experience?  Hear about my friend Stella and and her experience. #GenZ #dress #zoomers #businesstips #ThankYou #Thanks...311clean413fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-392-dressing-appropriately-the-stella-saga--60196066afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7782c3c8-5d97-3e6b-b270-3ad4917212e1Tue, 28 May 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo Gen-Zers (aka Zoomers) know how to dress appropriately for work?  Hear about my friend Stella and her experience in dealing with Gen-Zers.   #GenZ #dress #workattire #dressappropriate #training #learning #zoomers #businesstips357clean412fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-391-movies-in-training-part-2--60147471afoolforlearning.podbean.com/06c0bd6c-07ba-39fd-9a94-bfc1b83c9871Thu, 23 May 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn the last episode, I discussed three reasons why you should use movies in training.  In this episode, I examine the things you need to do and keep in mind, that if you do decide to use movies in training. #moviescenes #Movies #Training #learning...152clean411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-390-movies-in-training-part-1--60110504afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6d7d35d7-fa18-3535-9770-ed23135a89faTue, 21 May 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMany training courses include movie clips.  However, including movie clips for the sake of including them is a waste of time.  Learn three reasons why you should include them.   #movie #moviescene #learning #training #movieclips #learningstrategy...222clean414fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-389-it-is-a-miracle-he-is-alive--60057998afoolforlearning.podbean.com/325e16d2-449f-3a1a-8338-12a4f8de74fdThu, 16 May 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn January 2024, I received a letter from NYC Department of Personnel.  I could not believe that he was alive!  #NYC #NYC2024 #work #W2Form #Death270clean409fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-388-100-little-ideas--60022593afoolforlearning.podbean.com/eed1ad79-8488-3f99-ae62-1be3253fb372Tue, 14 May 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI wanted to share with you five little ideas (an effect, a bias, two fallacies, and a saying) from Morgan Housel's February 2020 article.  Thought you might find them interesting.   #Effect #Ideas #fallacy #bias #sayings #principles #Rule #Rules    215clean408fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-387-hijacking-a-meeting-part-two--59942564afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f8ef06c3-ac4c-3390-8390-69f121b50db4Thu, 09 May 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn my last episode, I shared a story about Stella and her younger (Gen-Z) co-worker and how the younger worker "hijacked" a meeting.  In this episode, I discuss thoughts on what needs to be done about the "hijacker." #meeting #meetings...266clean410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-386-hijacking-a-meeting-part-one--59895642afoolforlearning.podbean.com/377f8237-a5ea-33b8-8e7a-b7a7b90aa79eTue, 07 May 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I was talking with Stella, who is a friend of mine.  She told me about a younger colleague (GenZer) who "hijacked" a meeting.  Have you ever heard of anyone "hijacking" a meeting?  If you haven't, then have a listen to this episode.  ...322clean406fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-385-the-me-box-revisited--59768837afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ad49a2b2-9615-3718-8e38-f90377909923Thu, 02 May 2024 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI am revisiting an episode from March 2021.  The ME BOX is a great idea and thought I would share it with you again.  Enjoy!   #icebreaker #icebreakergames #orientation #teambuilding #teambuildinggames209clean405fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-384-get-up-and-out--59726964afoolforlearning.podbean.com/617bce43-4266-31c3-9eb7-e581e51d9e41Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneNot only do you need to take a break, but when you do, you need to "Get Up and Out!"   #break #nocellphones #walking #takeabreak #takeawalk #takeawalkoutdoors  #breaktime202clean404fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-383-free-art-images--59649577afoolforlearning.podbean.com/65f2123c-7da1-346f-8f31-524ee7031dd5Thu, 25 Apr 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLooking for free images to use in your videos, presentations, etc.  I have two sites for you.   #images #freeimages #imagesforwork #freeart #free #powerpoint #presentations #graphics262clean403fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-382-old-age-friendly--59613048afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d6905354-f006-3c11-9bcb-5d7a4c507e36Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs many of us know, the older you get, not only are organizations less likely to value you, but so are your co-workers.  Hear about a survey from late 2023 on this. #oldage #organization #seniorworker #agefriendly #Respect #organizationchallenge ...201clean402fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-381-saying-goodbye-to-linkedin--59526266afoolforlearning.podbean.com/91e982f4-4cea-3bbf-855f-6c221e9dfdbbThu, 18 Apr 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSaying "goodbye" to LinkedIn is not something you may want to do but it may be necessary.  Hear about one man's experience, as he come to the end of this professional career.   #linkedin #linkedincommunity #linkedinengagement #profile #business...251clean399fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-380-coffee-badging--59485708afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4e599ecb-1ce9-3209-b632-752165ec4001Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneCoffee Badging.  Know what it is?  If not have a listen and maybe, just maybe it is more hype than reality.   #coffee #coffeebadging #worklifebalance #workingfromhome #workculture #workexperience #workenvironment241clean398fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-379-the-buy-out-five-years-later-part-four--59415555afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c50c1040-cad1-3606-b09c-ba655866bc52Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt has been five years since the "buy-out" from the organization I worked at for almost 28 years. In this final episode, I will take a look at my decision to become a training/learning consultant.  #buyout #leaving #goodbye #retrospective #consultant...316clean397fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-378-the-buy-out-five-years-later-part-three--59363377afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e9b9b9c1-bf9b-340a-97ad-725e5f3a861bTue, 09 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt has been five years since the "buy-out" from the organization I worked at for almost 28 years. In Part Three, I will take a look at some of the decisions made at the time to see if they were the correct ones.  #buyout #leaving #goodbye #retrospective270clean396fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-377-the-buy-out-five-years-later-part-two--59290188afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6e716a58-5a31-32c6-9610-9c27b3692a49Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt has been five years since the "buy-out" from the organization I worked at for almost 28 years. In Part Two, I will take a look at some of the decisions made at the time to see if they were the correct ones. #buyout #leaving #goodbye #retrospective254clean395fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-376-the-buy-out-five-years-later-part-one--59259591afoolforlearning.podbean.com/464d5535-d627-3c70-80a4-14de18762f03Tue, 02 Apr 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt has been five years since the "buy-out" from the organization I worked at for almost 28 years.  In Part One, I will take a look at some of the decisions made at the time to see if they were the correct ones. #buyout #leaving #goodbye #retrospective320clean394fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-375-thank-you-and-a-short-break--59124317afoolforlearning.podbean.com/847765bd-7963-3208-aad6-430976098ecbThu, 21 Mar 2024 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs I always say, it is so important to not only say THANK YOU but to periodically recap the last few months.  Also, I will take a short break and be back on April 2nd! #thankyouforyoursupport #thankyou #thankful #podcastinglife #podcasting #recap...155clean400fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-374-free-audio--59099148afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bdd39c08-6692-3ea3-819a-81978d6a3298Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneBeing on a budget means that you need to find "free" items.  Have a listen to where you can obtain "free" audio files.   #free #freebie #audio #freeaudio #music #freemusic165clean401fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-373-suggestions-for-efficient-meetings--59042103afoolforlearning.podbean.com/32aa4998-ed43-305a-b498-07db508f7d2fThu, 14 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLet's get back to basics with some suggestions for running efficient meetings! #meetingmanagement #meetings #meetingfacilitation #meetingsmatter #meetingplanning160clean393fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-372-don-t-let-the-let-down-get-you-down--59013870afoolforlearning.podbean.com/256f746e-5531-32ca-9eeb-acdde1e9a5c1Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you remember having a great success and then feeling a bit "down" immediately afterwards?  Have a listen to one person's experience and the advice given to get him out of the "let down". #success #successmindset #successjourney #goal #goalsetting    286clean392fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-371-farewell-overhead-projector-farewell--58956489afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5c57f220-1ea6-3bc3-9e7f-42a8ad2d2c64Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneFarewell to the overhead projector, which at one time ruled classrooms and training rooms across the US! #overhead #projector #training #learning #oldschool #trainingdelivery295clean391fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-370-recording-your-termination--58930406afoolforlearning.podbean.com/25119bd6-cbbb-3a8c-aca3-7433db74b3adTue, 05 Mar 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn January 2024, a young woman recorded her termination and it eventually went viral.  Have a listen as to what happened and my thoughts on the event. #termination #layoff #layoffs #firing  341clean390fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-369-i-got-an-idea-for-a-product-and-can-make-millions-but-where-do-i-begin--58877798afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6addb223-3560-3786-8c1a-9fd0c9a987b4Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you an idea for a product that you believe will make you millions and a household name.  But, don't know where to begin?  Have a listen to my guest Derek Ferramosca, who has been involved in sales in the manufacturing sector for over a decade.  He...1290clean388fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-368-i-wanna-sell-and-make-lots-of-money--58848129afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b2366049-4aa8-3b0b-a480-42933a1f3f0dTue, 27 Feb 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you ever said:  I can sell anything to anyone and make lots of money?  Well, have a listen to my guest Derek Ferramosca who has been in the sales for over a decade. His niche is the Aerospace, Defense and Automotive industries. In this episode,...1308clean387fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-367-all-of-these-topics-are-important--58775118afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a8b61cbf-13af-3ed6-a8eb-a23e9138040eThu, 22 Feb 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneFor most of us in training/learning, dealing with a Subject Matter Expert (SME), one of the most common comments we receive is:  Everything is important!  But is it really?   #subjectmatterexpert #subjectmatterexperts #training #trainingdesign...224clean385fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-366-how-long-and-how-much--58749398afoolforlearning.podbean.com/91241684-6e9e-3ef3-968b-9d5b665eda45Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhenever I meet with a client, the two most asked questions are:  "How long will it take?" and "How much will it cost?"  This episode will focus on a study estimating the time it takes to create learning.    #learning  #training  #learningdevelopment ...252clean381fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-365-rage-applying--58693399afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0625c108-5b8f-330a-afca-c7dcc4cced33Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you RAGE APPLY?  Do you know what it is?  If you don't, have a listen!   #jobsearch #jobseekers #jobseeking #annoy #rage #jobchange #jobhunting145clean386fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-364-gen-z-annoying--58671838afoolforlearning.podbean.com/40f1dd09-6458-377d-93f3-27a34571657dTue, 13 Feb 2024 11:18:51 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you work with anyone from the Gen Z generation?  Do they annoy you?  Have a listen to one of the things that they do to annoy people but is it much different than others have done in the past?   #annoy #irritate #antagonize #irk #annoyance209clean384fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-363-do-you-cite-sources--58608594afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9d893741-aa28-3a13-aab7-621bdc0bb4a5Thu, 08 Feb 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you give credit where credit is due?  Or do you simply take the idea and take credit for it?  Have a listen about my take on citing sources. #citation #citations #acknowledge #acknowledgement #kudos #hattip193clean383fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-362-microcredentials-and-badges--58584699afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d8602c82-5359-3804-941a-3da920b8778aTue, 06 Feb 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you know what a microcredential or a digital badge is?  Do you know if they are popular or even used?  Have a listen and learn.   #microlearning #learning #training #badges #learningstrategy #upskilling221clean375fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-361-lunch-and-learn-part-2--58530469afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b987190c-a708-33e2-afba-3ea6926bf533Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:06:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a couple of additional suggestions to make your "Lunch and Learn" successful.   #lunchandlearn #training #learning #trainingmatters #learningmatters #trainingsolutions #learningsolutions157clean377fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-360-lunch-and-learn-part-1--58498940afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7cdd1bfb-e8fd-3890-8e06-e8db717f73c3Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMany of us have attended "Lunch and Learns".  Some have been good and some have been bad.  Listen to a couple of suggestions which may make your next Lunch and Learn a success.   #lunchandlearn #training #learning #trainingmatters #learningmatters...222clean376fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-with-lms-radio--58471999afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dea48ee1-6d16-34c4-a126-97fa5b39a5a2Sat, 27 Jan 2024 11:18:36 +0000Joseph BaroneI normally do not do live shows, however, I met Gina of LMS Radio on her show one Saturday evening (EST) and decided to interview her. Thanks to all who listened and liked.  Who knows, maybe I will do another in the future!2820clean389fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-359-dealing-with-vendors-part-2--58443486afoolforlearning.podbean.com/37d4b42a-b862-3516-87a9-426c17901c72Thu, 25 Jan 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMany of us deal with vendors on a daily basis.  However, have you had to manage a vendor relationship.  Hear my foolish thoughts in this second and final part of the series.    #vendors #vendormanagement #consulting #vendordevelopment...263clean374fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-358-dealing-with-vendors-part-1--58414721afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d65420b1-97ad-3c48-946a-48064a16a1acTue, 23 Jan 2024 11:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMany of us deal with vendors on a daily basis.  However, have you had to manage a vendor relationship.  Hear my foolish thoughts in this first of two parts.  #vendors #vendormanagement #consulting #vendordevelopment #vendorriskmanagement...207clean373fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-357-why-recruiters-ghost--58344113afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dd8a6386-16d7-3279-9714-1be2c49232b7Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you been "ghosted" by a recruiter?  Would you like to know the possible reasons why?  Have a listen according to one author, for the reasons why recruiters ghost.   #recruiting  #ghosting  #businesstip  #recruiters  #jobhunting  #jobapplication...170clean370fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-356-been-ghosted-what-to-do-business-tip--58318181afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4907579d-0bf5-3c4d-ac96-7817a79f0751Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you been "ghosted"?  I have.  However, as much as we don't like it, there are really only four common sense things that you can do in this situation.  Why don't you have a listen!   #ghosting   #business  #businesslife  #consulting ...191clean364fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-355-cybersecuritytraining-tips-part-two-training--58262932afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b6deb894-8fd2-3102-94b7-d68e2fe2691dThu, 11 Jan 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAlmost everything we do is controlled by technology.  What happens when something goes wrong? How can we train our employees to be careful?  Have a listen to our second episode on training tips. #learning  #training  #learningstrategy ...205clean367fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-354-cybersecurity-trainingtips-part-one-training--58238721afoolforlearning.podbean.com/05eb67f8-493c-3d9b-950f-d57058b4c3a6Tue, 09 Jan 2024 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAlmost everything we do is controlled by technology.  What happens when something goes wrong? How can we train our employees to be careful?  Have a listen to some training tips!   #learning  #training  #learningstrategy  #trainingstrategy ...275clean366fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-353-pope-francis-and-a-surprising-leadership-action--58196380afoolforlearning.podbean.com/49d12452-6b64-3e70-9b71-22ef90380924Thu, 04 Jan 2024 11:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a recent personnel action taken by Pope Francis.  The issue is not why but how it was done.   #PopeFrancis  #leadershipstyle #management  #management #leadership #leadershipqualities #decision #decisions #humanresourses #CatholicChurch219clean379fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-352-happy-new-year--58170724afoolforlearning.podbean.com/53a97ec4-4109-331f-b77b-8b9b53a29b9bTue, 02 Jan 2024 11:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHappy New Year!  Welcome back!  Hear about the upcoming episodes for January!  132clean380fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-351-end-of-the-year-episode--58057447afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e739404a-b403-3ccd-bc34-4ca1cd507226Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA brief recap of the 2023 podcasting year.  Thank you for all of your support.   #HappyNewYear  #MerryChristmas  #PodcastLife  #Podcastrecap127clean378fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-350-the-pomodoro-technique-time-management--58006228afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d292b415-9683-3d72-8581-d2b3b482c540Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you heard about the Pomodoro Technique?  Have a listen and maybe it will help improve your productivity and time management. #businesstip  #business  #productivity  #timemanagement #productivitytip232clean356fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-349-annual-training-survey--57983311afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d321efe9-ecef-3603-8af7-a5677b9aa54eTue, 12 Dec 2023 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is important for each of us to identify the potential trends in our industry.  Have a listen to the latest based on the Annual Training Industry Survey by Training Magazine. #training  #learning  #trainingsurvey  #stateofindustry  #annualsurvey ...254clean369fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-348-never-get-to-big-for-the-people-that-come-across-your-path-true-story--57938039afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8e42a430-5a5b-3885-9b69-af6c1290a8d4Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to an amazing story from my cousin Jerry.  #networking  #helping  #contacts318clean365fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-347-polywork-business-phrase--57916489afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7b0e03e6-f8a0-30ea-86d6-2cc17bd61cd6Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you heard about "Polywork"?  Do you do it?  Do you know someone who has?  Have a listen and learn about it!   #polywork  #learning #work #employment  #employer173clean361fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-346-desk-bombing--57862395afoolforlearning.podbean.com/196fd354-ce78-345e-82c8-94c410d285f4Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you know what "Desk Bombing" is?  Do you care?  Maybe if are back in the office you might!  Have a listen and learn what it is.   #backtotheoffice #backtowork #officelife #worklife #officeculture #office199clean372fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-345-level-zero-evaluation-training-learning--57829100afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0bbfdcc0-253c-33ca-977c-557f21abd48eTue, 28 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDon't know what a Level Zero Evaluation is?  Have a listen and learn all about it!  Also, hear about a training workshop I will be conducting in February 2024.   #training #learning  #trainingevaluation  #learningevaluation  #statistics  #metrics 161clean363fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-partnering-with-marcusevans-group--57746789afoolforlearning.podbean.com/90d9c493-6154-3696-bb47-75405f04caeeTue, 21 Nov 2023 11:06:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA special announcement about an effort of A Fool for Learning LLC and marcusevans Group.   #learningstrategy  #training  #learning  #trainingstrategy  #corporatelearning #corporatestrategy    173clean371fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-344-gratitude--57662588afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6d314823-fe45-395d-9ee2-a591a1890e95Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is always important to say THANK YOU!  So, thank you and an announcement.   #gratitude  #thankyou  #thanks112clean368fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-343-well-being-washing-business-phrase--57628587afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d2644236-7db6-37a5-b996-6ae704a0337fTue, 14 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDoes you employer practice "well-being washing?"  Do you know what it even is?  Have a listen and learn all about it!   #work  #employment  #employmentpractice #businesslife154clean362fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-342-reach-out-get-nothing-dead-silence-business-tip--57576121afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6ebbd475-b4d5-36ed-b1fd-ce4074435b82Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo other business reach out to you seeking your business?  What happens when you respond that you are not interested or have nothing?  Hear about my take on this.   #businesstip  #consultingtip  #businesslife  #businesspromo  #consulting  #training ...138clean359fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-341-assisting-the-blind--57542075afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2f02323e-e6e4-36bd-9b5c-ae17cd9b5c70Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAfter working with a person who is legally blind in the Spring, I wanted to share with you three simple thoughts on how you can better assist them.  Note that I am not an expert in this area, and would love to hear any additional suggestions you may...151clean358fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-340-the-elevator-pitch-business-tip--57482109afoolforlearning.podbean.com/418035d0-df6b-374b-acb1-c9a710e255e8Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThought that I would go back to a basic:  The Elevator Pitch.   #business  #businesslife  #consultingtip  #businesstip  #promotion  #elevatorpitch  #training  #learning100clean357fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-339-iso-ts-30437-2023-training-learning--57455860afoolforlearning.podbean.com/900747a3-72c4-36bf-a03f-66cd56b2b855Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the new ISO dealing with training and learning metrics.    #training  #learning  #metrics  #trainingstrategy  #learningstrategy  #trainingmetrics 178clean360fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-338-a-complaint-means-better-customer-service-business-tip--57394066afoolforlearning.podbean.com/fa53f3b2-519b-36a6-93c5-0b39536f5d42Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is a simply follow-up to Episode 214. #complaint #complaints #complaintshandling182clean343fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-337-translation-slide-space-training-tip--57366017afoolforlearning.podbean.com/728eb2a2-df55-398c-99f5-023652ec1d5dTue, 24 Oct 2023 10:26:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about an issue you will have to deal with when translating your online learning from English into another language. If you learned something from this episode, please take a moment to like, comment or subscribe.    #training  #onlinelearning ...192clean323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-336-business-jargon-the-final-episode--57319883afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c84dffc1-9aaa-3e3a-aee4-1e43a7d573eaThu, 19 Oct 2023 10:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYes, this is my final episode on business jargon.  It covers three pieces of business jargon, which were used by my former employer.    #businessjargon  #business  #businesslife  #consulting 228clean354fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-335-the-cardboard-box-a-training-story--57319892afoolforlearning.podbean.com/22854923-ecb4-3697-893e-d987f3367867Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a true story.   #training  #learning195clean353fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-334-the-right-seat-and-more-business-jargon--57319886afoolforlearning.podbean.com/302d4991-7c94-3c5e-a1ce-4ceedc697e2eThu, 12 Oct 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI bring you another episode on business jargon.   #businesslife  #businessjargon  #jargon  #consultinglife  #training  #learning173clean352fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-333-measuring-podcast-success-is-changing--57319901afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0b4dc8ea-e427-3b47-bb1f-c8596699b7b6Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHow one measures the success of a podcast channel is starting to change.  Learn about that change.   #Podcasting  #PodcastLife  #PodcastingLife  ##podcaster #podcast #podcasthost138clean342fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-322-business-jargon-rip-and-more--57319891afoolforlearning.podbean.com/cddecde4-24b7-32b9-ba2a-6db2d724a0e6Thu, 05 Oct 2023 10:03:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAnother episode on two not commonly heard pieces of "business jargon."    #business  #businessjargon  #learning  #training  #businesslife157clean355fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-321-it-only-took-58-minutes-business-experience--57319893afoolforlearning.podbean.com/30c1c272-58de-355d-a1a8-52fad733d9f3Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to an experience that I had applying for a contract position. If you learned something from this episode, please like, comment or subscribe.    #consultantlife  #businesslife  #jobhunting #jobrejection269clean325fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-320-business-jargon-open-kimono-and-more--57319887afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e1cf09c7-cefc-3a95-a211-3ea60e8a5dc2Thu, 28 Sep 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to some business jargon.   #consultinglife  #businesslife  #business  #businessjargon  175clean351fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughs-319-don-t-lie-to-me-businesstip--57319884afoolforlearning.podbean.com/56ab0bf1-49d5-3dd8-a643-3a41fc2fe0a6Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, I describe my interaction with a "social media" expert who wanted my business.   Note:  It looks like I neglected to edit my turning of a page.  Apologies.    #businessadvice #business101 #business  #LinkedIn246clean344fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-318-the-back-of-the-envelope-business-jargon--57319889afoolforlearning.podbean.com/83522987-0c28-3e5f-9a22-0f86b5e07e1fThu, 21 Sep 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a bit of business jargon that I don't think anyone under the age of 50 knows.   #businessjargon  #businesslife  #consultinglife  #estimate155clean350fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-317-doing-the-right-thing-cost-the-client-business-life-tip--57319908afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8857fad4-fc7b-33c1-a9d6-822e1925b7e4Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a real life event, in which my action cost the client money (and it is not what you may think).   #businesslife  #consultantlife  #training  #learning  #scheduling243clean349fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-316-trash-bins-business-life--57319907afoolforlearning.podbean.com/96a4ef95-e51f-3959-b62c-063cb63ea850Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the changes over the years in regards to the simple office trash can.   #businesslife  #officelife  #trash  #trashbin  #trashcan  #recycling197clean348fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-315-the-circular-file-business-life--57319915afoolforlearning.podbean.com/671427e5-0389-38f4-ae6f-62b2d9ba9cc7Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a business (jargon) phrase that is not used very much any more.  For some, this will be a trip down memory lane and for others, just a bit of history or business trivia.  #trash  #businesslife  #consultinglife  #jargon  #businessjargon 168clean347fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-314-are-you-being-optimized-out-business-life--57319895afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c868ff33-677c-3e52-8d57-3b51ef4e7fa4Thu, 07 Sep 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis happens to many older workers -- both male and female.   A special thank you to my friend Arafeen.   #olderworker  #displacement  #jobloss183clean346fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-313-welcome-back--57319923afoolforlearning.podbean.com/067b37e6-b363-3309-ac21-20a03c2b6e10Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWelcome Back to The Foolish Thoughts Podcast!  Have a listen to what I have been up to and to some of the topics to be covered over the next few weeks.  #business  #training  #learning  #lie  #trashbin #thecircularfile 215clean345fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-312-see-you-in-september--57319916afoolforlearning.podbean.com/98afa976-6faf-30b4-b135-536cb087afe0Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneJust a brief recap of the last six months and a huge THANK YOU to one and all.   This is my last episode until early September.  See you then! #ThankYou  #Recap208clean341fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-311-outside-facing-is-easier-than-inside-facing-consulting-tip--57319920afoolforlearning.podbean.com/29143b7e-6064-3b6a-b3ec-6fba4a043e7dTue, 20 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen determining whether to "hang out your shingle" and be a consultant, it is always easier when you are outside facing, than inside facing.    #consulting  #consultinglife  #consultingtip  #consultingstrategy  #business  #businesslife210clean340fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-310-lapel-pin-networking-consultant-tip--57319897afoolforlearning.podbean.com/11643bde-3019-3a24-921f-87be12ace2e7Thu, 15 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a very old school method of connecting with potential clients.   #consulting  #business #consultinglip  #businesstip  #consultingtip210clean339fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-309-performance-based-learning-objectives-level-six--57319898afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f0f87f6e-9a0c-3a2c-9c7d-6735a19a5e2bTue, 13 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a sample of verbs that one should use for writing good performance based learning objectives.  In this episode, we will cover the verbs for Evaluation or Level Six based on Bloom's Taxonomy. #learningobjectives  #performanceobjectives ...179clean338fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-308-performance-based-learning-objectives-level-five--57319900afoolforlearning.podbean.com/66470ae9-5132-32c2-b622-4bddcd444bcdThu, 08 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a sample of verbs that one should use for writing good performance based learning objectives.  In this episode, we will cover the verbs for Synthesis or Level Five based on Bloom's Taxonomy.   #learningobjectives  #performanceobjectives ...164clean336fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-307-performance-based-learning-objectives-level-four--57319903afoolforlearning.podbean.com/eb11cd49-98eb-3d98-9f28-13c63301b2ccTue, 06 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a sample of verbs that one should use for writing good performance based learning objectives.  In this episode, we will cover the verbs for Analysis or Level Four based on Bloom's Taxonomy. #learningobjectives  #performanceobjectives ...142clean335fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-307-performance-based-learning-objectives-level-three--57319894afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1b803e00-09fe-3665-919f-3a05fd9436eeThu, 01 Jun 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a sample of verbs that one should use for writing good performance based learning objectives.  In this episode, we will cover the verbs for Application or Level Three based on Bloom's Taxonomy.   #learningobjectives  #performanceobjectives ...124clean334fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-306-performance-based-learning-objectives-level-two--57319924afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ffdba1d3-7ead-319d-b209-da9f3efa82fdTue, 30 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a sample of verbs that one should use for writing good performance based learning objectives.  In this episode, we will cover the verbs for Compromise or Level Two based on Bloom's Taxonomy. #learningobjectives  #performanceobjectives ...165clean337fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-305-performance-based-learning-objectives-level-one--57319922afoolforlearning.podbean.com/27e1a766-4134-3c6c-8cf4-ea1a7dc4cce6Thu, 25 May 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph Barone Listen to a sample of verbs that one should use for writing good performance based learning objectives.  In this episode, we will cover the verbs for Knowledge or Level One based on Bloom's Taxonomy.   #learningobjectives  #performanceobjectives ...167clean333fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-304-bad-performance-based-learning-objectives--57319912afoolforlearning.podbean.com/eb98b62d-c5ed-3e5a-b7cf-dc2683b43107Tue, 23 May 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAt the end of this episode, you will understand and internalize and "grasp the significance of" bad performance based learning objectives.  Actually, I hope not.    #objectives #learningobjectives #performanceobjectives #trainingobjectives165clean332fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-303-what-are-performance-based-learning-objectives--57319952afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b157256d-8476-35db-a93b-4ce2bfbd8c5cThu, 18 May 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you design learning workshops or classes?  Do you know how to write good Performance Based Learning Objectives?  If you do not know how to write them and use them, to ensure a successful learning, then have a listen.      #objectives...216clean331fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-302-staying-on-top-of-your-game-with-mike-dombo-kensington-sales-group--57319919afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b22a02d8-5eb5-3caa-ab2c-3c812de8dc0fTue, 16 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I had the opportunity to interview Mike Dombo (President) of the Kensington Sales Group.  The Kensington Sales Group supports companies that sell to the Public Sector through lead generation and market research. In this episode, we talk...479clean330fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-301-lead-sales-generation-orientation-w-the-kensington-sales-group-part-2--57319928afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e0a6ea55-7fa2-30b3-96f7-fd8330280790Thu, 11 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I had the opportunity to interview Mike Dombo (President) of the Kensington Sales Group.  The Kensington Sales Group supports companies that sell to the Public Sector through lead generation and market research. In this episode, we talk...474clean329fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-300-lead-sales-generation-orientation-w-the-kensington-sales-group-part-1--57319929afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ed9a9e12-951f-381a-bf04-b7bc62302b83Tue, 09 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I had the opportunity to interview Mike Dombo (President) of the Kensington Sales Group.  The Kensington Sales Group supports companies that sell to the Public Sector through lead generation and market research.In this interview, we talk...976clean328fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-299-exclusive-representation-business-tip--57319925afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3cf85727-aaf6-3587-aafe-544d1c9b8728Thu, 04 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to an experience I had when contacted by a headhunter. If you learned something from this episode, please take a moment to like, comment, or subscribe.201clean326fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-298-what-is-podfade-business-consulting-tip--57319921afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ef02231b-93e9-3c55-8cc1-8830c65e5e6fTue, 02 May 2023 10:06:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn what happens to many podcasters, who jump into podcasting without a long range plan. If you learn something from this episode, take a minute to like, comment or subscribe to my channel.   #Podcasting  #Podfade  #Podcaster  #podcastinglife172clean319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-298-cos-e-podfade--57319926afoolforlearning.podbean.com/47aa3143-3c9a-35ca-97b5-c1018ac36e6fTue, 02 May 2023 10:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMolti saltano nel podcasting con due piedi. Alla fine, questo accade. Se hai imparato qualcosa da questo episodio, prenditi un momento per mettere mi piace o commentar.   #podcasting  #podcastinglife #podcast258clean320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-297-why-have-a-corporate-podcast-part-two--57319975afoolforlearning.podbean.com/75ed5790-cb38-3c5e-9aa5-d1a5acb93c4eThu, 27 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, listen to four reasons why your corporation or organization should establish a podcast channel. If you learning something from episode, please take a moment to rate or comment upon it.   #business  #podcastlife  #podcast  #podcasting ...128clean308fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-296-why-have-a-corporate-podcast-part-one--57319980afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4b26915c-08b1-3298-86d6-b17c4d614462Tue, 25 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, listen to two reasons why your corporation or organization should establish a podcast channel. If you learning something from episode, please take a moment to rate or comment upon it.   #podcast  #corporation #history #podcastlife ...152clean307fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-295-don-t-ghost-it-s-unprofessional-business-tip--57319927afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9308baef-fb0d-374a-a1f3-89bef95321dfThu, 20 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI am hearing about this a great deal from a number of my friends.  This is so unprofessional on the part of an organization. #interview #ghosting #jobhunting185clean322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-294-upskilling-reskilling-outskilling-cos-e-tutto-questo-consiglio-di-affari--57320027afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8ae28085-1dae-3953-a141-351ed3da2031Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneConosci la differenza tra: upskilling, reskilling e outskilling? In caso contrario, allora ascolta. Se hai imparato qualcosa da questo podcast, prenditi un momento per mettere mi piace, commentare e/o iscriverti.   #layoff #training #learning...351clean312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-294-upskilling-reskilling-outskilling-what-s-it-all-about-business-tip--57319930afoolforlearning.podbean.com/487abc9b-0a15-31ac-85f1-a29f60745caaTue, 18 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you know the difference between upskilling, reskilling, and outskilling?  If not, then have a listen. If you learned something from this podcast, please take a moment to like, comment and/or subscribe.     #outskilling  #reskilling  #upskilling ...183clean311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-293-sei-in-una-trappola-consiglio-di-affari--57319936afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ad0c0d2c-22c4-3dd3-85e2-d08e2fd3e0c7Thu, 13 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSei in una TRAPPOLA al lavoro? Non sai cos'è? Allora ascolta. Se hai imparato qualcosa da questo podcast, prenditi un momento per mettere mi piace, commentare e/o iscriverti.396clean314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-293-are-you-in-a-trap-business-tip--57319931afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e085ecd6-01e0-3f84-ad93-296b37086083Thu, 13 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAre you in a TRAP at work?  Don't know what it is?  Then have a listen! If you learned something from this podcast, please take a moment to like, comment and/or subscribe.    206clean313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-292-some-milestones-some-time-off--57319954afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ffdd9d4f-746f-3d5c-bc3d-24032f9f36b9Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA short episode to let you know of some podcast milestones and that I am taking a couple of days off from podcasting.90clean324fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-291-flipped-learning-training-tip--57319988afoolforlearning.podbean.com/80af50a7-5603-3a5e-b57c-91d6b37ac93fThu, 30 Mar 2023 11:20:25 +0000Joseph BaroneDon't let you learning be passive.  Flip it! If you learned something from this episode, then like or comment. #learning  #training  #classroom  #learningstrategy #trainingmethods126clean321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-290-training-delivery-in-organizations-training-tip--57319959afoolforlearning.podbean.com/54b42ec6-5b12-37f0-98a3-5444aa4ba36aTue, 28 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, I will take a look at the training delivery methods, used by organizations, as shown in the 2022 Training Industry Report published in the November 2022 issue of Training magazine.  If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it and/or...237clean283fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-289-non-me-l-hai-mai-chiesto--57319934afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d401c947-657c-3973-9e51-6991a0d1ade0Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAscolta una storia vera che riguarda il trasferimento di un dipendente in un'altra unità e una lezione appresa da un collega. Se stai imparando qualcosa dall'episodio, prenditi un momento per valutarlo o commentarlo.411clean304fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-289-you-never-asked-me--57319958afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9af681d3-170a-329b-a204-fdc19e68a1b0Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a true story dealing with the transfer of an employee to another unit and a lesson learned by a colleague. If you learning something from episode, please take a moment to rate or comment upon it.   #hiring  #training  #lessonlearned    220clean303fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-288-consigli-per-una-riunione-efficace-consiglio-di-affari--57319955afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bbdd6848-0a75-30f6-af8c-1eb9f7b11f7fTue, 21 Mar 2023 10:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAscolta un paio di suggerimenti rapidi per produrre riunioni più efficaci. Se stai imparando qualcosa dall'episodio, prenditi un momento per valutarlo o commentarlo.261clean306fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-288-tips-for-an-effective-meeting-business-tip--57320001afoolforlearning.podbean.com/216a67eb-4cb4-3409-b0c7-e4a66f8c86e9Tue, 21 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a couple of quick tips to produce more effective meetings. If you learned something from episode, please take a moment to rate or comment upon it.     #meetingtips  #meeting144clean305fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-287-doing-business-with-the-federal-government-the-naics-part-4--57319976afoolforlearning.podbean.com/056cfd1d-a614-3c4f-9272-d2c159eec0fcThu, 16 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this final episode, I interview Tom Stallone, the the managing partner of TapSEC Consulting on how an organization begins the process of doing business with the Federal government.  Our focus is the NAICS. TapSEC facilitates the delivery of...745clean318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-286-doing-business-with-the-federal-government-the-cage-code-part-3--57319933afoolforlearning.podbean.com/db1fcc6b-927a-3286-9900-1f4af615434aTue, 14 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, the third of four, I interview Tom Stallone, the the managing partner of TapSEC Consulting on how an organization begins the process of doing business with the Federal government.  In this episode, we focus on The CAGE Code. TapSEC...420clean317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-285-doing-business-with-the-federal-goverment-sam-part-2--57320014afoolforlearning.podbean.com/429a3b76-cf6f-34ab-9809-97bb34752905Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, the second of four, I interview Tom Stallone, the the managing partner of TapSEC Consulting on how an organization begins the process of doing business with the Federal government.  In this episode, we focus on SAM. TapSEC facilitates...700clean316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-284-doing-business-with-the-federal-government-duns-is-done-but-now-is-unique-part-1--57319998afoolforlearning.podbean.com/16a78912-3805-3b36-ac85-0b48d172cdc3Tue, 07 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, the first of four, I interview Tom Stallone, the the managing partner of TapSEC Consulting on how an organization begins the process of doing business with the Federal government. We begin with DUNS, or should I say UNIQUE. TapSEC...735clean315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-283-ojt-seconda-parte--57319935afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2886c96a-00ac-32b2-bdad-3671d4bc5365Thu, 02 Mar 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOn the Job Training (OJT) o L'apprendimento è l'apprendimento che non avviene in classe. In questo episodio, ascolta alcuni tipi di OJT, che potrebbero non essere comunemente pensati. Se stai imparando qualcosa dall'episodio, prenditi un momento per...297clean302fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-283-ojt-part-two--57319904afoolforlearning.podbean.com/60fe2a2e-ec24-39f3-b687-b9aba2b72d5fThu, 02 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOn the Job Training (OJT) or Learning is learning that does not take place in the classroom.  In this episode, listen to some of types of OJT, that may not be commonly thought of.   If you learning something from episode, please take a moment to rate...159clean301fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-282-ojt-parte-prima--57320004afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7398cd36-d4b7-3be2-bcd3-6d26472e739dTue, 28 Feb 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOn the Job Training (OJT) o L'apprendimento è l'apprendimento che non avviene in un ambiente scolastico. Elencato a quattro tipi comuni di OJT. Se stai imparando qualcosa dall'episodio, prenditi un momento per valutarlo o commentarlo.      320clean300fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-282-ojt-part-one--57319989afoolforlearning.podbean.com/074a76b9-f4c2-3b3e-aa5f-2cb488ddfdd0Tue, 28 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOn the Job Training (OJT) or Learning is learning that does not take place in a classroom setting.  Listed to four common types of OJT.   If you learning something from episode, please take a moment to rate or comment upon it.   #training  #learning ...188clean299fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-281-quindi-sii-paziente-consiglio-di-affari--57320010afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e451e12b-aca5-312e-a047-a4dbf8aa039fThu, 23 Feb 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneTutti dobbiamo iniziare da qualche parte... quindi sii paziente.313clean294fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-281-we-all-have-to-start-somewhere-business-tip--57319960afoolforlearning.podbean.com/31df5b17-3be0-356d-bb5c-761173b304f6Thu, 23 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThink back to when you first started a new job.  If you liked this episode, please take a moment to rate and/or comment.164clean282fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-280-farewell-29x22x12--57319905afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a8233b60-326d-3055-9c9a-da277a0bd381Tue, 21 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaronePeriodically, it is important to get rid of the things you no longer use/need on a regular basis.  If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it and/or leave a comment.228clean288fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-edizione-speciale-un-paio-di-promozioni-e-annunci-spudorati--57319939afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0b4066a8-b962-350c-bf59-b47093f5e516Mon, 20 Feb 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneVolevo solo dire grazie e riconoscere un collega di apprendimento (Adrian Cottin) e uno degli ospiti del podcast AEW-Some.298clean310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-special-edition-a-couple-of-shameless-promotions-announcements--57319913

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]]>afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b17a6274-c238-3064-8a32-aa04cea2a1fbMon, 20 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneJust wanted to take a moment to:   - Say Thank You - Recognize a learning colleague: Adrian Cottin - Recognize another podcast: AEW-Some - Say Thank You

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Say Thank You

]]>181clean309fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-279-how-much-do-trainers-make-part-two-trainingtip--57319941afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dc1acb3a-717c-36d3-898d-741857dc1423Thu, 16 Feb 2023 11:06:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, I will take a look at how much trainers earn , based on Training Magazine's Annual Salary Survey.  This survey was conducted from March through June 2022 and the results were published in November 2022. If you enjoyed this episode,...173clean287fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-278-how-much-do-trainers-make-part-one-training-tip--57319990afoolforlearning.podbean.com/06511fb6-846a-3726-b1a1-0d5dedb88b50Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, I will take a look at how much trainers earn , based on Training Magazine's Annual Salary Survey.  This survey was conducted from March through June 2022 and the results were published in November 2022. If you enjoyed this episode and...190clean286fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-277-five-mentoring-myths-training-tip--57320012afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2fdc0bc5-7a1f-3f1f-bf29-ad6f39ca6ec4Thu, 09 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to the five mentoring myths as discussed in Training Magazine's November 2022 issue.  If you liked this episode, and learned something from it, please take a moment to rate and/or comment.169clean281fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-276-reverse-mentoring-training-tip--57319917afoolforlearning.podbean.com/81edef79-4f76-3f01-af32-39b033343017Tue, 07 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn about this form of mentoring and how it may benefit your organization. If you enjoyed and/or learned something from this episode, please rate it and/or leave a comment.168clean280fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-275-how-much-do-companies-spend-on-training-part-two-training-tip--57319947afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f4c097aa-6be8-35d7-81c1-3ca73da59663Thu, 02 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, I review some of the results of the 2022 Training Industry Report published in the November 2022 issue of Training Magazine.  These results are based on submissions by 260 companies from April through July 2022. If you liked this...215clean284fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-274-how-much-do-companies-spend-on-training-part-one-training-tip--57319943afoolforlearning.podbean.com/90c783f6-3072-38ee-a648-51e72db3a67eTue, 31 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, I review some of the results of the 2022 Training Industry Report published in the November 2022 issue of Training Magazine.  These results are based on submissions by 260 companies from April through July 2022. If you like this...242clean285fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-273-slack-splaining-parte-due-consiglio-di-affari--57319949afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e55cf1c5-15c5-3197-9778-919cc3e9e7ddThu, 26 Jan 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaronePensi troppo a come rispondere a un'e-mail o a un messaggio istantaneo? Allora potresti soffrire di "spiegazioni lente". In questo episodio, ascolta come influisce sulle aziende statunitensi. Se ti è piaciuto questo episodio e hai imparato qualcosa da...420clean296fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-273-slack-splaining-part-two-business-tip--57320103afoolforlearning.podbean.com/64850382-46c8-3e2b-871d-7091d4d1a594Thu, 26 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you overthink how to respond to an email or instant message?  Then you may be a suffering from "slack-splaining."  In this episode, listen to how it affects US businesses. If you liked this episode, and learned something from it, please take a...263clean279fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-272-slack-splaining-prima-parte-consiglo-di-affari--57319995afoolforlearning.podbean.com/17108b7e-2877-30a2-b07d-5384c9c7e78eTue, 24 Jan 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaronePensi troppo a come rispondere a un'e-mail o a un messaggio istantaneo? Allora potresti soffrire di "spiegazioni lente". Questo episodio esplorerà di cosa si tratta. Se ti è piaciuto questo episodio e hai imparato qualcosa da esso, prenditi un momento...344clean295fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-272-slack-splaining-part-one-business-tip--57319948afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c386a6dd-79ab-38fc-a9ef-c1aacbd76ee3Tue, 24 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you overthink how to respond to an email or instant message?  Then you may be a suffering from "slack-splaining."  This episode will explore what it is. If you liked this episode, and learned something from it, please take a moment to rate and/or...221clean278fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thouths-grazie-e-una-domanda-gennaio-2023--57319945afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b904269a-b023-351e-b92a-4430f1d153ddMon, 23 Jan 2023 15:54:50 +0000Joseph Barone137clean298fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-thank-you-and-an-ask-january-2023--57320006afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6b721728-a2a9-3ab5-9501-fbab89509cc2Mon, 23 Jan 2023 15:51:28 +0000Joseph Barone97clean297fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-271-no-soap-a-customer-service-story-business-consulting-tip--57319944afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ebfb7ffe-b931-30cc-849a-516d4fb4c052Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen about my experience, late last year, at a hotel without soap and how this should/could have been handled.271clean277fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-270-nota-di-ringraziamento-suggerimento-per-gli-affari--57319967afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b146086b-6bb0-335e-b1ac-4d520e063459Tue, 17 Jan 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSe vuoi essere ricordato, ricordati di utilizzare un metodo "vecchia scuola", ovvero il biglietto di ringraziamento.305clean293fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-270-the-thank-you-note-the-business-tip--57319963afoolforlearning.podbean.com/851b145b-92f5-3e75-a667-f8dd97fbb6daTue, 17 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you want to stand out from the rest, then use a more traditional way to communicate.141clean276fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-269-online-learning-la-necessita-di-valutare--57319918afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0ec5b174-e804-3bee-8e63-b20606e09824Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn questo podcast, il mio terzo e ultimo della serie sull'apprendimento online, vorrei raccomandare vivamente di incorporare una valutazione nel programma online.451clean292fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-269-online-learning-evaluate-training-tip--57319937afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6232f827-af0d-3395-928c-0ac61e22ae97Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIf you are promoting online learning, then you need to ensure that it is meeting the objective of helping the business.  The best way to do that, is to conduct an evaluation.203clean275fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-268-aprendmento-online-ping-em-italian--57320115afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6aa8a55f-c9cc-3d8d-ac9a-8ed958fb672dTue, 10 Jan 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAnche se gli utenti possono imparare in qualsiasi momento del giorno o della notte, molti rimanderanno il completamento dell'apprendimento online fino alla fine, se lo fanno. Ascolta alcune semplici cose che puoi fare per assicurarti che completino il...331clean291fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-268-online-learning-remind-them-training-tip--57319968afoolforlearning.podbean.com/22583c26-0289-35b7-ada7-a5090ca76df3Tue, 10 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneEven though users can learn anytime of the day or night, many will put off completion of online learning until the very end, if they do so at all.  Listen to some simple things you can do to help ensure that they complete their assignment on time.  155clean272fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-267-appredimento-online-imporre-una-scadenza--57320011afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d35b2cce-daea-3a7d-b6cf-b5cde3df0104Thu, 05 Jan 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAnche se l'apprendimento online esiste da molti anni, è davvero esploso nel 2020.  Tuttavia, una cosa che devi fare per gli utenti è imporre una scadenza per il completamento. Ascolta i miei pensieri su questo.311clean290fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-267-online-learning-impose-a-deadline-training-tip--57319956afoolforlearning.podbean.com/971e3a0a-55a4-36bb-bb2d-5e82a7340c5cThu, 05 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneEven though online learning has been around for many years, it really exploded in 2020.  However, one thing that you need to do for users is to impose a completion deadline.  Listen to my thoughts about this. 161clean271fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-266-non-abbiamo-sinergia-italian-translation--57319978afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3ad6d458-d0f5-3dc8-a75e-442b4fa89692Tue, 03 Jan 2023 11:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAscolta un'esperienza che ho avuto con un potenziale cliente nel 2021. Il vecchio adagio "Hai solo una possibilità per fare una buona prima impressione" si applica sicuramente qui.564clean289fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-266-we-have-no-synergy-consulting-tip--57319983afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dde27a66-88bf-37d1-86b8-bc12b20e0e13Tue, 03 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to an experience I had with a potential client in 2021.  The old adage of "You only have one chance to make a good first impression," certainly applies here.322clean268fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-thank-you-merry-christmas-and-a-happy-new-year--57320022afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5cacbded-5162-3822-ae75-7770cb706d9fTue, 20 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThere are many things to be grateful for in 2022, so have a listen. 126clean274fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-265-how-to-reduce-quiet-quitting-business-tip--57319984afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0d2d5db2-89b5-33d2-b676-b6a942868021Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneOver the last few months, "Quiet Quitting" has been a phase which has popped up in newspapers, social media, etc.  Take a few minutes to not only learn what it is, if you don't already know, but one person's suggestions for reducing it.221clean273fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-264-remote-learning-two-tips-to-ensure-success-training-tip--57320021afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8d3c65c8-2180-3656-87cf-41e3548e7b4aTue, 13 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRemote learning, especially through the use of "breakout rooms," has exploded in use since 2020.  However, even with the increase in usage, you still need to put some effort into ensuring that they are used properly.  Listen to two tips that you can...167clean270fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-263-remote-learning-the-need-to-increase-engagement-training-tip--57320036afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ef45bce5-8ef7-329a-ae23-c2af084ca6ccThu, 08 Dec 2022 11:07:54 +0000Joseph BaroneRemote Learning via the use of Breakout Rooms has taken the world by storm since 2020.  However, in order to ensure that they are used effectively, you need to do a couple of things to ensure participant engagement.  Listen to my four tips. 163clean269fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-262-hybrid-onboarding-training-tip--57320005afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b516749d-ccd7-3284-affd-269ebcfcd293Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWith more and more people on-boarding remotely, has it been a blessing or more like the same old orientation but with a new twist.140clean265fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-261-holiday-blunders-part-two-business-tip--57319940afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8ac70103-5156-3624-84fb-82955c56e257Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph Barone219clean267fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-260-holiday-blunders-part-one-business-tip--57319942afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1c56ce9c-0587-3c69-b08f-ca0f5b1e1b3aTue, 29 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs we move into the holiday season, it is so important not to make these mistakes. 202clean264fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-259-thank-you-thanksgiving-2022--57319999afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e1131515-c4ee-395f-b6ef-738c5c21bf55Thu, 17 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThere are so many things that I am thankful for, as we get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving 2022 in the US. 187clean266fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-258-do-your-best-training-tip--57320002afoolforlearning.podbean.com/68f23e33-bbc6-3bde-90fe-0de59c1468c8Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is so important to do your best when training.  Hear about two recent experiences I had, because I "Did my best."205clean263fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-257-overspecing-business-tip--57320013afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8c1f6ba8-146d-3c5f-bb9a-3f802ddf7ca4Thu, 10 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you ever read a job description and wonder: They want someone to do all of that for how much?230clean262fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-256-true-false-questions-training-tip--57319946afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a8c2c1b7-4778-308b-97ea-bda42cf0dda0Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a recent experience I had in reviewing an assessment for a client, in regards to the true/false questions. 225clean261fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-255-multiple-choice-questions-training-tip--57320025afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ff5f23d4-db95-3f13-995e-2043083fc113Thu, 03 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about an assessment I was asked to review a while back, and the issues regarding the multiple choice questions. 199clean260fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-254-group-dynamics-consultingtip--57319953afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bb70ebce-7501-3dab-bf0b-46d14cedae2fTue, 01 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a meeting I attended for a previous client and the group dynamics.    255clean259fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-253-stresslaxing-consultant-tip--57319973afoolforlearning.podbean.com/688f3bdf-5f88-33aa-a0ac-6065fdb6d184Thu, 27 Oct 2022 09:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneStesslaxing.  Do you know what it is?  Do you do it?  Can you overcome it?   #consultinglife  #consultingtip  #learning  #worklife163clean254fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-252-small-talk-can-cost-business-tip--57319991afoolforlearning.podbean.com/428164bf-0fa5-335c-8ce3-c5b236cb45b9Tue, 25 Oct 2022 09:03:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you know that small talk costs businesses?  And it is much more than you think!  Listen to the survey results published earlier this year.   #businesscosts  #talk  #talking  #smalltalk208clean253fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-251-taking-a-client-to-small-claims-court-consulting-tip--57320029afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b06ebb42-b60f-3447-83ba-615244cb65a6Thu, 20 Oct 2022 09:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs you know, I had to take a client to court for non-payment.  Have a listen to the things you may need to consider, when taking a client to Small Claims Court.   #consultingtip  #business  #smallclaims  #client  #customer232clean252fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-250-when-a-client-does-not-pay-end-of-story-consulting-tip--57320038afoolforlearning.podbean.com/32a5b11c-cfb3-3794-90c7-7fa82f05c73fTue, 18 Oct 2022 09:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe saga of the client, who has not paid, has finally come to an end.  Hear about it.   #consultingtip  #smallclaims  #consultinglife220clean251fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-249-storyboarding-training-tip--57320044afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d64267d0-774c-3fff-bf63-95a2904d11b3Thu, 13 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about my story-boarding preference and why I use it.   #training  #learning  #learningdesign  #sotryboards  #trainingdesign  #elearning  #elearningdesign    170clean250fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thought-242-for-spotify-consulting-tip-turning-down-a-client--57320045afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b5557da9-915f-350b-a79e-b0ef51e405c2Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:20:40 +0000Joseph BaroneAt some point, you are going to have to turn down a client.  Hear about one person's story.   Note:  This is the Spotify version and was originally published on other platforms for on Sept. 20, 2022.274clean258fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-241-for-spotify-regrets-i-have-had-a-few--57320061afoolforlearning.podbean.com/160047f6-87a3-3022-ac60-e360773ebe8fWed, 12 Oct 2022 00:01:01 +0000Joseph BaroneWe all wish that we had acted in a different way or taken a different path.  But that should not hold you back.  Note: This version is for Spotify users and was originally published on September 15, 2022.168clean257fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-240-for-spotify-coolest-place-i-ever-conducted-training--57320037afoolforlearning.podbean.com/01abd0ff-abb0-3a7c-8ff3-e54f38a1e09cTue, 11 Oct 2022 23:57:13 +0000Joseph BaroneA few months ago, you heard me speak about the most unusual place I ever conducted training.  Now hear about the coolest place. Note:  This is the Spotify version and was originally published for on Sept. 13, 2022.194clean256fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-239-for-spotify-it-is-awesome-training-tip--57319957afoolforlearning.podbean.com/15e6b720-e345-3392-84f7-40b7addb53cfTue, 11 Oct 2022 23:53:20 +0000Joseph BaroneIf you are a trainer, or even someone who does a fair amount of public speaking, listen to this reminder about "buzz words."   Note:  This version is only for Spotify and it has been already published for additional platforms. 127clean255fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-248-treat-your-trainers-equally-training-tip--57320018afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d7f22c1b-377f-31ed-9ccb-77b9e9827933Tue, 11 Oct 2022 09:46:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIf hiring contract trainers, please treat them equally.  Hear one person's story and why it is important.    #training  #learning  #worklife  #workstrategy223clean249fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-247-be-a-monotasker-consultant-tip--57320070afoolforlearning.podbean.com/cee60f48-84ef-3793-8784-133b0cd98984Thu, 06 Oct 2022 09:44:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSome say that it is better to focus on one key task at a time, rather than attempting to focus on more than one.  Listen in as to why this is a good idea. #workingtips  #business #consultingtip119clean248fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-246-clean-up-after-yourself-training-tip--57320041afoolforlearning.podbean.com/569985a6-fae2-335f-a436-8446426820a9Tue, 04 Oct 2022 08:45:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is so important, as a trainer, to clean up after yourself.  Hear about my reasons for doing so and my experience with a much younger, inexperienced trainer. 187clean247fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-245-using-your-surroundings-training-tips--57320031afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f9d5be61-023a-3f90-8dd2-02872e77b555Thu, 29 Sep 2022 08:41:00 +0000Joseph BaroneTrainers need to be resourceful, in order to make their training a success.  Hear about two recent experiences. 191clean246fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolisht-thoughts-244-not-enough-clients-consulting-tip--57320020afoolforlearning.podbean.com/fa7d72cc-3d41-3fe3-969b-63d68fe87885Tue, 27 Sep 2022 08:36:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about my conversation with one young consultant re the number of clients to have. 136clean245fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-243-managing-the-workload-consultant-tip--57320032afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f6afe319-db6f-3836-8404-524b5f0e4bd1Thu, 22 Sep 2022 09:12:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAre you having trouble, as a consultant, managing your workload?  Hear some simple advice given to a young consultant.   #workload  #client  #consulting  #consultinglife #business170clean244fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-242-turning-down-a-client-consultant-tip--57319965afoolforlearning.podbean.com/776161e5-8e35-37cd-baea-aa0ba35a44b6Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:11:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAt some point, you are going to have to turn down a client.  Hear about one person's story.   #Consulting  #consultinglife #client #business274clean243fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-241-regrets-i-ve-had-a-few--57319962afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e2bfa115-a0f6-36d3-92f0-bc24183dc2d8Thu, 15 Sep 2022 09:09:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWe all wish that we had acted in a different way or taken a different path.  But that should not hold you back. 168clean242fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-240-coolest-place-i-have-ever-conducted-training--57319969afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a02e1fcc-8151-3050-834f-0809b364c913Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA few months ago, you heard me speak about the most unusual place I ever conducted training.  Now hear about the coolest place.194clean241fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-239-it-is-awesome-training-tip--57320026afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7538f523-f812-3ad3-9ec4-a1e169242307Thu, 08 Sep 2022 09:58:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIf you are a trainer, or even someone who does a fair amount of public speaking, listen to this reminder about "buzz words."127clean240fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-238-summer-time--57320047afoolforlearning.podbean.com/db71b269-537b-3804-9d8f-9e514c0892b1Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:19:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is Summer Time!  And time for vacation.122clean239fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-237-do-you-recognize-performance-or-presence--57320034afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a8752b68-689c-3747-8659-2e96df2a0cc4Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo You Recognize Performance or Presence?  Do you know the difference?  If yes, should you recognize them?192clean238fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-236-take-a-popcorn-break--57320078afoolforlearning.podbean.com/520a7a59-4544-3fa3-8137-d6ac6d3beed4Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:07:00 +0000Joseph BaroneInstead of a coffee break, try something different!89clean237fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-235-lead-better-meetings--57319970afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9865f421-c36e-3ad5-b05a-16590abc3018Tue, 14 Jun 2022 10:56:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to five simple steps that can help you lead better meetings. 131clean236fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-234-the-office-suck-up-part-two--57319966afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a479c1f2-bad1-3663-9d81-f38f45828799Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:54:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs people begin to return to the office, even on a part time basis, the "office suck-up" will also return.  Learn about this organizational creature and my experience with it. 186clean235fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-233-the-office-suck-up-part-one--57320035afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bedc6041-0556-39c0-b36b-5e22841fda58Tue, 07 Jun 2022 10:52:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs people begin to return to the office, even on a part time basis, the "office suck-up" will also return.  Learn about this organizational creature and my experience with it. 141clean234fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-232-do-you-expect-to-be-fed-at-work--57320049afoolforlearning.podbean.com/943ff24a-edfa-39d6-aa03-693e1782a997Thu, 02 Jun 2022 09:50:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I learned that a couple of professions expect to be fed at work.  Listen to my "foolish thoughts" about this. 150clean233fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-231-using-humor-aka-bad-dad-jokes--57319964afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3afc26a8-6777-3ca5-9d3b-862dfe20bfedThu, 26 May 2022 09:47:00 +0000Joseph BaroneUsing humor in training can be dangerous.  However, it can be used, but carefully.222clean232fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-230-training-in-an-unusual-place--57320048afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a595145d-e2ba-351c-b1dd-8e934fe4b087Tue, 24 May 2022 09:46:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave you conducted training in an unusual place?   Hear about where I conducted training recently.156clean231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-229-small-claims-court-is-it-worth-the-effort--57320043afoolforlearning.podbean.com/830e5e5f-c011-3ed9-aecc-0728a88ce677Thu, 19 May 2022 10:41:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen taking someone to Small Claims Court, you need to determine if it is worth the time and effort. 125clean230fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-227-when-a-client-does-not-pay-part-4--57319961afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5002ca3b-98b2-30ec-b655-af0973bc40d1Tue, 17 May 2022 10:39:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe saga continues, so listen in.94clean229fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-226-thank-you-and-some-time-off--57320039afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e9838b37-76b1-352d-9227-0852369bb16fThu, 28 Apr 2022 09:53:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe title says it all.81clean228fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-225-they-won-t-talk-with-me--57319974afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e50098b2-5fe8-3533-b94c-b8ee8d336b5cTue, 26 Apr 2022 10:49:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a conversation I had recently with a friend.161clean227fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-224-knowledge-hoarding-is-still-a-thing--57320054afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6fb48e69-9902-3ca2-a405-1552be34abf3Thu, 21 Apr 2022 10:18:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to an experience of a friend of mine. 201clean225fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-223-they-are-not-your-friends--57320085afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b257811d-4f28-3103-98bd-30215359d83bTue, 19 Apr 2022 10:19:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you consider those who work with you your friends?  Maybe they are not.151clean226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-222-spring-is-here-time-for-spring-cleaning--57319971afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4c2e58ee-939b-3e74-9acd-b24c41095427Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:17:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWith Spring, comes the time for cleaning.  However, do you ever clean your digital files?158clean224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-221-when-a-client-does-not-pay-part-3--57320057afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ca76f5de-0c45-3b55-95fa-af4026dbcae6Tue, 12 Apr 2022 10:50:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear what happened next in my saga of the non-paying client. 111clean223fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-220-revenue-stream-part-3--57320042afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e4932c58-ba89-34e6-a4cb-2465735e56e1Thu, 07 Apr 2022 16:47:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is the final episode, where I discuss my part-time revenue stream during the COVID pandemic. 155clean222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-219-revenue-stream-part-2--57320091afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8d2a9496-37db-316b-bc3f-cafef888365cTue, 05 Apr 2022 10:46:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, I continue my discussion about my part-time revenue stream during the COVID pandemic. 189clean221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-218-revenue-stream-part-1--57320059afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7eb04d08-1a07-31dd-840e-683229a1d7f4Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:42:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn about one of my revenue streams during the pandemic. 176clean220fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-217-no-synergy--57320073afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b9984e4b-064d-3fe5-a7ac-9c648fe77707Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:06:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWe have no synergy. 270clean219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-216-when-a-client-does-not-pay-parttwo--57319977afoolforlearning.podbean.com/65f46c3e-4d12-3e1d-ae99-7cfd7467b676Thu, 24 Mar 2022 09:37:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about my experience when a client does not pay. 295clean218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-215-when-a-client-does-not-pay-part-one--57320069afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ed32d299-86c2-335e-9bd3-bf40b4458af0Tue, 22 Mar 2022 09:36:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about my experience with my very first client who did not pay me.176clean217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-214-a-complaint-means-better-customer-service--57319979afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0887a4bf-11e3-3f76-aba6-328b08980e2cThu, 17 Mar 2022 10:32:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the time I complained about poor customer service and what happened in my subsequent interactions with my auto dealership.    294clean216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-213-shoppers-as-learners--57320075afoolforlearning.podbean.com/78b90638-b6c3-37fa-9759-441fd020b648Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:59:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe traditional training analogy has three groups of learners.  Some use a fourth group.  Who are they?153clean215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-212-are-you-an-explorer-vactioner-or-prisoner--57320051afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b31239bd-56e7-32f1-a2c6-504b520b56deThu, 10 Mar 2022 11:58:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to an old training analogy, successfully used recently.135clean214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-211-an-old-analogy--57320098afoolforlearning.podbean.com/62f96c28-4b2d-3432-86d1-76f84f9bd74eTue, 08 Mar 2022 11:57:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSometimes an old analogy can win over resistant participants. 133clean213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-210-dad-s-three-rules-to-saying-no--57319985afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c4d9be16-fe6e-3b88-bcae-c54301c0cf85Thu, 03 Mar 2022 12:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear some wise wisdom from Pat Kilner, author of Find Your Six.154clean212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-209-do-i-have-your-ear--57320050afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bb48874d-e294-364d-b901-4c7280a57d1bTue, 01 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about an acronym that every trainer should remember. 95clean211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-208-slow-down-your-delivery--57320104afoolforlearning.podbean.com/141a0445-1379-34bf-9000-26e2027120ecThu, 24 Feb 2022 12:54:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn why slowing down your virtual learning presentation is beneficial. 131clean210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-207-why-does-training-fail--57320055afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8c9c14e3-1927-3017-adbd-27f426a6a612Tue, 22 Feb 2022 11:51:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear some of the reasons why training classes and programs fail, according to TD Magazine. 227clean209fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-206-training-expenditures-hours-2021-and-the-survey-says--57320068afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f5f5562d-b77c-362c-bc80-85c69649a08eThu, 17 Feb 2022 11:48:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHow much was spent on training/learning in 2021, as well as, hours of learning completed?  Listen to the results from Training Magazine's 2021 Survey.174clean208fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-205-corporate-podcasting-and-the-survey-says--57320065afoolforlearning.podbean.com/df0a2758-38aa-314a-a826-b43333404f71Tue, 15 Feb 2022 11:42:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA recent survey in Training Magazine (Nov. 2021) mentions the state of Corporate Podcasting.  It may not be what we all thought. 112clean207fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-204-how-much-does-a-learning-training-professonal-earn-and-the-survey-says--57320076afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7ef990b9-a591-3203-b215-cce6f79e5523Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:27:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the potential earnings for learning/training professionals, as shown from Training Magazine's November 2021 Survey.239clean206fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-203-pandemic-training-challenges-and-the-survey-said--57320077afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e331a169-7876-3c66-9faf-3fc769950377Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:24:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to the top three challenges and one that was not, faced by learning professionals according to Training Magazine's 2021 Survey.  And the survey says...  126clean205fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-202-the-no-to-do-list--57320040afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f137f570-f5c4-3a4b-8e89-d7d3e0c0fc39Thu, 03 Feb 2022 11:33:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you know what a NO To-Do List is?  If not, then have a listen.185clean204fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-201-behaviours-confident-people-avoid--57320086afoolforlearning.podbean.com/139f8130-887d-3216-aab5-eb0edd596503Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:27:00 +0000Joseph BaroneBased on an article from December 2019, here about four behaviors that confident people avoid.317clean203fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-200-there-are-many-paths-to-success-or-winning--57320099afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6bd1e385-35e3-3744-b202-c93148343ea1Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:25:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA Hindu Proverb.   As this is my 200th podcast, I want to say THANK YOU to everyone who has listened, to one or all of them. 111clean202fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-199-do-you-have-a-short-and-long-term-plan--57320090afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3ecab0c6-9496-353b-96cc-7fe8a51bf91dTue, 25 Jan 2022 11:24:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to my experience with one of my revenue streams.166clean201fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-198-meeting-with-the-client--57319987afoolforlearning.podbean.com/662601c0-4fd0-3a2d-b89a-dcedf9c3e593Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:18:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHaving problems meeting with your contracted client?  Here is one way to overcome it.189clean200fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-197-going-back-to-the-office-some-public-speaking-reminders--57319996afoolforlearning.podbean.com/eed04282-a840-3ac8-ab43-fa139f3979e8Tue, 18 Jan 2022 11:07:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMany have told me that they are heading back to the office sometime this month.  Therefore, it is important to keep in mind some public speaking tips. 310clean198fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-196-speak-confidently-and-remain-calm--57320072afoolforlearning.podbean.com/35cfcc99-568f-37f2-86e2-3fd1418cff7eThu, 13 Jan 2022 11:30:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to some of my tips to help me speak confidently and remain calm in front of large groups of people. 178clean197fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-195-training-fads--57320066afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0ffc0892-17f0-30f1-95da-bf6f556ebe38Tue, 11 Jan 2022 11:30:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHas your manager and/or clients ever approached you to say:   You should use this new product.  It will revolutionize your training efforts!203clean196fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-194-tips-for-hybrid-training--57319982afoolforlearning.podbean.com/58ad1f12-6961-31ec-91d2-a1f380f5d3aaThu, 06 Jan 2022 11:07:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHere are a couple of things to keep in mind, when conducting training in a hybrid environment. 193clean195fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-193-corporate-podcasts--57319997afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2de9f5fa-a64d-33b5-92f5-7688edca2cd1Tue, 04 Jan 2022 11:21:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMay not seem very new or innovative, but corporations have become interested in podcasting. 167clean192fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-192-find-your-six--57320000afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5b57bc84-6c07-32ad-8a02-6f9ef48bb99eWed, 22 Dec 2021 18:24:15 +0000Joseph BaroneFIND YOUR SIX is an exciting new book, dealing with finding those key influencers, who can help you generate business.  It is a different way of thinking than the standard networking options. To learn more about FIND YOUR SIX and the author Pat...144clean199fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcst-191-bringing-in-temporary-help--57320052afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d53c8700-6f9a-3ff4-bddc-dd736e9ef185Thu, 16 Dec 2021 10:58:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the issue that one previous client faced when bringing temporary help, and some possible solutions.150clean189fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-190-just-say-i-am-not-interested--57320009afoolforlearning.podbean.com/66a4a862-02e0-3413-8012-8546595ee97fTue, 14 Dec 2021 10:50:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDon't keep leading people on, who wish to do business with you.  Just say: "I am not interested."269clean188fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-189-holiday-networking-blunders-part-two--57320056afoolforlearning.podbean.com/52420b82-0109-3b63-bb37-90e55b4faf84Thu, 09 Dec 2021 11:26:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the final three common networking blunders during the holiday season. 214clean194fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-188-holiday-networking-blunders-part-one--57320084afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1bccff28-2a74-3551-bae7-c587bf5a6f66Tue, 07 Dec 2021 11:24:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about three common networking blunders during the holiday season. 174clean193fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-187-the-five-steps-to-independent-problem-solving--57320082afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e9b91e48-b4fb-3060-bc86-811a34fdec5eTue, 30 Nov 2021 11:47:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the Five Steps as presented by TD Magazine in June 2021. 147clean187fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thought-podcast-186-happy-thanksgiving-and-thank-you--57320074afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f964d00e-9486-3a8a-9452-b025f95c5acdTue, 23 Nov 2021 10:46:00 +0000Joseph Barone78clean191fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-185-sweat-the-small-stuff-and-don-t-let-it-get-old-and-moldy--57320081afoolforlearning.podbean.com/30cec68a-7c11-3491-9fab-83f205fd8c7fThu, 18 Nov 2021 10:45:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIf you are not sweating the small stuff, then you are probably failing at the bigger things.  Hear a recent experience. 165clean186fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-184-don-t-create-poor-job-aids--57320106afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1c507638-77ac-3db9-9dcc-d4c6ba64e83aTue, 16 Nov 2021 10:44:00 +0000Joseph BaronePoor job aid design makes for a difficult and frustrating work assignment. 186clean185fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-183-at-what-point-do-you-outsource--57320108afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c6aef405-5229-3709-bdba-a5c9e82ddd74Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:41:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMoney? Time? Frustration? Expertise?  A combination? When do you outsource things?215clean184fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-182-forgetting-words--57320101afoolforlearning.podbean.com/82bf8f89-0b13-3970-901a-3c5028eb5c5eTue, 09 Nov 2021 10:39:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA friend of mine commented that he is forgetting words and phrases.  Hear my thoughts as to why.135clean183fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-181-now-on-the-wisdom-app--57320053afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5a551046-99eb-3384-900f-5e8ffa7daee1Thu, 04 Nov 2021 09:44:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe title says it all.118clean190fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-180-the-best-time-of-the-day--57320028afoolforlearning.podbean.com/52833650-310c-39e1-973c-d0e07f920f02Tue, 02 Nov 2021 10:29:00 +0000Joseph BaroneProductivity = The Best Time of the Day!141clean182fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-179-curating-some-additional-thoughts--57320058afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9c2fa96f-b47b-3fee-a19a-ca7e9f6143e4Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:27:00 +0000Joseph BaroneFocus on curating your business life, just like your personal life. 119clean181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-178-you-need-to-pay-the-price--57320008afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b611acdc-eec8-3af1-a537-164444161074Tue, 26 Oct 2021 10:25:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIf you want to be successful, find out what that price is, and then pay for it.  Scott Adams.102clean180fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-177-being-unreliable--57320015afoolforlearning.podbean.com/85c4b792-5d03-308c-be1d-1e0987c34398Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:16:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDon't be unreliable. 72clean179fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-176-learning-guides-for-managers--57320030afoolforlearning.podbean.com/373910f1-e654-3b99-85a1-7d249781c3adTue, 19 Oct 2021 10:09:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you curate learning for your managers and their staff?  If not, here is one way you can do it. 131clean178fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-175-i-feed-myself--57320102afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d91a1e9b-be00-3162-a8d4-94f980ce9dd3Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:07:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhat you take in can define you. 114clean177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-174-can-we-do-this-in-thirty-minutes--57320017afoolforlearning.podbean.com/cddf104c-3420-3779-af7f-85221081a712Tue, 12 Oct 2021 09:51:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDon't try to rush a recommendation.179clean176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-173-terrible--57320092afoolforlearning.podbean.com/faf062bb-e68f-3132-bcc2-02e7265b2bccThu, 07 Oct 2021 09:41:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhat is your response when someone asks you:  How are you doing today?161clean175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-172-cut-to-the-chase--57320080afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9be431b3-75c1-3973-8a73-13944bd8ffa8Tue, 05 Oct 2021 09:39:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen sending emails, learn one method to cut to the chase and get to the point. 132clean174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-171-set-a-time-create-a-habit--57320087afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a460ec73-53c4-3053-b934-918f83bb8a4aThu, 30 Sep 2021 09:34:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYou want to create a habit, then set aside time. 92clean173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-170-build-in-time--57320105afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5e08fbd8-4d9c-30da-9a53-e715720e1c13Tue, 28 Sep 2021 09:32:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is so important to build in time to work on unexpected opportunities and emergencies. 109clean172fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-169-curate-your-social-media--57320062afoolforlearning.podbean.com/442e0e4e-15b3-39df-8473-9c0ac00764beThu, 23 Sep 2021 09:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSometimes you just have to block or unfriend some of your social media contacts.135clean171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast168-ending-something-can-be-a-success--57320107afoolforlearning.podbean.com/20dd96c8-763d-3902-906e-93238a5a3c62Tue, 21 Sep 2021 05:07:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThere are times, as my father would say, that you need to "pack it in."   However, packing it in or ending something, can be a success not failure. 126clean170fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-168-take-small-bites--57320109afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c1025a05-0871-3fda-8640-c15f427c867dThu, 16 Sep 2021 05:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneGot a big project or task, then take small bites.116clean169fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-166-do-your-job-well--57320089afoolforlearning.podbean.com/29ecad10-4d0a-34c0-bfb8-55a32248ece1Tue, 14 Sep 2021 05:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo your job well, for yourself!60clean168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-165-learn-to-lose--57320095afoolforlearning.podbean.com/136eb5fc-3ca8-3229-9ecc-1fd7c0e4ed7dThu, 09 Sep 2021 05:02:00 +0000Joseph BaroneNo matter how successful we are in business or sports, at some point, we will lose.   We need to learn to do so.140clean167fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-164-la-dolce-vita-means-excellent-customer-service--57320033afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f287d9b0-1d3b-355c-a652-3468ad561883Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:06:57 +0000Joseph BaroneLa Dolce Vita means more than "The Good Life."  It can also mean "Excellent Customer Service."298clean166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-163-the-most-important-small-business-owner-trait--57320064afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3741c59e-3694-3e1b-bc48-52c45571259cThu, 24 Jun 2021 10:33:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to what (small) business owners think is the most important trait.   Correction: I attended the Greater Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce event.  Mea Culpa to the Chamber.122clean165fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-162-the-trainer-s-kit--57320019afoolforlearning.podbean.com/66ffb133-454d-394d-bfc5-f1fd1fbca82eTue, 22 Jun 2021 10:30:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn about my "Trainer's Kit" for whenever I am conducting an off-site training event.  This may be "old-school" but it one of those basics that you should have with you, if training off-site.130clean164fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-161-the-backup--57320112afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4b7505b9-64e8-369b-acf5-27b3a81f55a1Thu, 17 Jun 2021 10:21:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMany consultants aka "solopreneurs" and one-person non-profits forget to do this, with their digital information.    140clean163fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-160-network-anywhere--57320024afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a94e21ea-5982-3452-b369-ec037b2ca9c2Tue, 15 Jun 2021 10:17:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHere is how you can network, even when you think you have no time.   Thanks to Daya Naef, the CEO & Head Coach at The Success Partner, for this tip.    119clean162fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-159-interview-with-kate-vendemio-audio-version--57320113afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8b94f9c8-b802-3c38-971f-f161237a9a98Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:28:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to my interview with learning professional Kate Vendemio of Mt. Vernon Consulting, LLC. This interview was recorded in mid-May 2021.2614clean161fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-158-flip-charts-webinars--57320100afoolforlearning.podbean.com/736ca902-062c-319b-8f23-d106bdee08daTue, 01 Jun 2021 10:06:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to an idea I read about concerning the use of flip charts during a webinar.   This episode was originally recorded in late March/early April 2021 but has not been published till today.131clean160fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-157-the-one-minute-rule--57320083afoolforlearning.podbean.com/667bf8e7-37bb-3d7a-ac59-8316ba5f5126Thu, 27 May 2021 10:19:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe One Minute Rule.  Enough said. This was originally recorded in March 2021.97clean159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-156-listen-means-silent--57320088afoolforlearning.podbean.com/cbf7e460-ea25-3765-aed1-391fbd454fb0Tue, 25 May 2021 10:28:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen means Silent.  That is all I have to say. This podcast was originally recorded in January 2021.123clean158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-155-work-philosophy--57320111afoolforlearning.podbean.com/46c59028-646c-36c7-b1a6-847f4877a917Thu, 20 May 2021 09:12:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAbout two months ago, I had a conversation with someone I have known for about 40 years.  During this conversation, we began to talk about work and the changing work philosophy/ethic among those enter the workplace over the last five years.  Here our...219clean157fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-154-public-speaking-one-simple-tip--57320067afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9d987c7e-e73c-3a2c-88d0-53b14b380e12Tue, 18 May 2021 09:58:00 +0000Joseph BaronePeople periodically ask me for tips on how to become a better public speaker.  Here is a fundamental one. 103clean156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-153-two-years-out-part-two--57320071afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8a734a55-06df-312d-a54d-f867f527a635Thu, 13 May 2021 09:53:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt has been just a little over two years since I left my organization.  Here are some of the things that I need to do/focus on after leaving my organization. 195clean155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-152-two-years-out-part-one--57320094afoolforlearning.podbean.com/424fffe2-8e23-3814-9740-aac782b3869aTue, 11 May 2021 09:50:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt has been a little over two years since I left my organization, let me share with you some of my thoughts about what I don't miss.244clean154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-151-virtual-meeting-commandments-final--57320079afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8b98bd46-385b-367e-a328-a4a015b2d4fbThu, 06 May 2021 10:26:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear my final thoughts on the ninth and tenth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace. 165clean153fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-150-virtual-meeting-commandments-part4--57320971afoolforlearning.podbean.com/6f7ddbb9-e14a-35d4-a430-6066faecba3aTue, 04 May 2021 10:23:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear my take on the seventh and eight Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.140clean152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-149-virtual-meeting-commandments-part3--57320976afoolforlearning.podbean.com/feb43d0d-acb8-3522-9e5f-fa9e18560a1aThu, 29 Apr 2021 10:22:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear my thoughts on the fifth and sixth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.215clean151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-148-virtual-meeting-commandments-part-2--57320984afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1c22d4bb-1071-3fad-8bab-298a6f98f491Tue, 27 Apr 2021 10:19:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear my thoughts of the third and fourth Virtual Meeting Commandments issued by Launch Workplace.149clean150fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-147-virtual-meeting-commandments-part-1--57320975afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e8276172-f1b6-3fb5-93bc-11d0d4d30f07Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:17:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a listen to my thoughts on the first two Virtual Meeting Commandments published by Launch Workplace. 224clean149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-146-promises-made-promises-kept--57320982afoolforlearning.podbean.com/faac4dca-07e6-3d99-914d-73736c46fcabTue, 20 Apr 2021 10:59:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen in to one of my pet peeves. 145clean148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-145-i-m-back-what-s-next-thank-you--57320990afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4de02adc-505c-377f-8d70-ff4a11b19708Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:56:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave a quick listen as to what I have been up to, the next couple of episodes and a special Thank You!201clean147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-144-thank-you--57320988afoolforlearning.podbean.com/44cde76f-62b2-3980-aeb5-a9e0b1fa1dd7Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:09:00 +0000Joseph Barone95clean146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-143-the-new-consultant-diversification-of-income--57320979afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a7657140-9aa3-3924-8398-c63990d1000eTue, 30 Mar 2021 10:08:00 +0000Joseph BaroneEven when starting out, you can't just rely on one income stream.150clean145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-142-the-new-consultant-avoiding-the-biggest-trap--57320999afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dd133d93-3801-3c61-a831-365c9f2c1a70Thu, 25 Mar 2021 10:06:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is a trap that most new consultants fall into, and one which I fell into. 101clean144fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-141-the-new-consultant-your-skill-set--57320980afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1f4682be-962d-3896-b35c-f732343b7b53Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:03:00 +0000Joseph BaroneBefore you begin as a consultant, you need to ask yourself: Is your skill set up to date?119clean143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-140-don-t-stop-networking--57320985afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5bda23a6-bf7f-33c6-897d-9732996c9d19Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:12:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn a recent conversation with Andy Morsberger, co-owner of three Minuteman Press locations in Maryland, we discussed the importance of networking not only in bad times, but more importantly, good times!156clean142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-139-an-annoying-trend-on-linkedin--57320996afoolforlearning.podbean.com/886d3134-61f0-34e5-b5f1-9331d8a69bbfTue, 16 Mar 2021 10:09:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear my "rant" about an annoying trend on LinkedIn.146clean141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-138-give-yourself-a-perfect-elearning-rating-not--57320987afoolforlearning.podbean.com/296cf8ba-57f2-3c28-9332-206a6bad65e8Thu, 11 Mar 2021 11:30:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen about my recent experience taking some online learning. 136clean140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-137-inadequate-training-leads-to-a-failed-assignment--57321003afoolforlearning.podbean.com/baa6f2ba-b11a-3883-8a4a-3be8fda3c5b2Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:26:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhen you don't provide proper training to a new employee, the assignment will fail.137clean138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-136-the-wheel-of-names--57320989afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0092312b-2c10-3ba3-94d1-066295f320b4Thu, 04 Mar 2021 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn about this free online application, which you use to help liven up all types of events, whether they be learning, training, monthly/weekly meetings, etc. 111clean137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-135-the-me-box--57320972afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7005a094-e650-3255-b723-8632a962089dTue, 02 Mar 2021 11:56:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe ME BOX is an interesting icebreaker that I recently learned about. 144clean136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-138-give-yourself-a-perfect-elearning-rating-not--57321001afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b69fd2ee-1f4a-3f90-970d-0812790709e0Sat, 27 Feb 2021 14:27:00 +0000Joseph BaroneListen to a recent experience I had taking some online learning. 136clean139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-134-dealing-with-emails-productivity-tip-4--57320997afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4cf824f0-7118-3df0-8222-e04f83a595c9Thu, 25 Feb 2021 11:30:00 +0000Joseph BaroneStop processing emails while you are working, and stop working, while you are processing emails.175clean135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-133-dealing-with-email-productivity-tip-3--57320974afoolforlearning.podbean.com/daa7804b-48c7-3f30-90ef-e1892a4da578Tue, 23 Feb 2021 11:29:00 +0000Joseph BaroneShould you read or not read your emails first thing in the morning?121clean134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-132-accomplishment-goals-productivity-tip-2--57320998afoolforlearning.podbean.com/558210d2-64d6-3dc3-a9c0-e23d133dab63Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:21:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYour daily goals should be more reasonable.101clean133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-131-dealing-with-email-productivity-tip-1--57321000afoolforlearning.podbean.com/31cf9a9c-b29b-39cb-9a84-d345626136d9Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:16:00 +0000Joseph BaroneShould you read your emails first thing in the morning?  Or should you focus on something else?161clean132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-130-custom-vs-tailored-learning-materials--57321004afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2e65f5d2-aa3c-3df7-a198-6608041a5c2aThu, 11 Feb 2021 11:43:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn the difference between "custom learning materials" and "tailored learning materials."  143clean131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-129-learning-is-not-just-a-service--57321008afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bcbe7d84-ed24-3d26-a27e-2b17f8d17d86Tue, 09 Feb 2021 11:37:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYour learning program needs to be seen as an important and integral part of business, and not just a service.106clean130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-128-pick-good-people--57320991afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5993dd49-a8ee-321d-b5c0-5628402fe4c2Thu, 04 Feb 2021 10:34:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA thought based on John Maxwell's book, Developing the Leader Within You.78clean129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-127-the-power-of-habits--57320977afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5695dd3a-6887-3f69-ae4e-79552411dc4cTue, 02 Feb 2021 11:18:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe Power of Habit and Tony Dungy. 118clean128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughs-podcast-126-cpa--57320986afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8effc5b6-55db-37be-855d-4b31cd7d8b8cThu, 28 Jan 2021 06:21:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you suffer from CPA or Continuous Partial Attention?  Learn what it is and how to simply correct it.172clean127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-125-imposter-syndrome--57321026afoolforlearning.podbean.com/aef38ec3-d2fe-34e9-9199-a8ab1ab68dbbTue, 26 Jan 2021 06:17:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you ever feel that you really shouldn't be giving that talk because you don't feel that you are good enough?  Maybe you are experiencing Imposter Syndrome!143clean126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-124-thank-you-robert-f-mager--57320992afoolforlearning.podbean.com/598264ba-f7bc-3f39-9b84-8c3e11c91299Thu, 21 Jan 2021 06:15:00 +0000Joseph BaroneFor those of you who do not know, Robert Mager was an authority in the field of training and human performance.    He passed away last year, and this is my simple attempt to acknowledge his contribution.106clean125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-123-virtual-learning-tips-part-3-final--57321002afoolforlearning.podbean.com/16bad7d5-1adf-3203-8e21-190ec7d09bddTue, 19 Jan 2021 06:13:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLast November, I presented a series of episodes based on an article by Bob Pike in the September/October issue of Training Magazine.  In the November/December issue, he continued with an additional set of tips.   In this the final episode, I will...140clean124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-122-virtual-learning-tips-part-2--57321012afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0a78af89-78b0-3a8a-b6bd-12420d578621Thu, 14 Jan 2021 06:11:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLast November, I presented a series of episodes based on an article by Bob Pike in the September/October issue of Training Magazine.  In the November/December issue, he continued with an additional set of tips. In this episode, we will take a brief...149clean123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-121-virtual-learning-tips-part-1--57321020afoolforlearning.podbean.com/85d566ee-2600-389f-a2c4-4d6ba9d4aa6eTue, 12 Jan 2021 06:57:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLast November, I presented a series of episodes based on an article by Bob Pike in the September/October issue of Training Magazine.  In the November/December issue, he continued with an additional set of tips.   This episode will focus on the first...122clean122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-120-abl-not-abc--57320995afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ab541efc-4fb0-3584-94ea-f7c5175eee7dThu, 07 Jan 2021 06:45:00 +0000Joseph BaroneTake a listen to how we should focus on ABL and not ABC!  (Think Glengarry Glen Ross.)130clean121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-119-fail-it-s-not-what-you-think--57320993afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b3fae0bc-5faf-3273-adc9-b2e41a6e94a7Tue, 05 Jan 2021 06:44:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this episode, you will learn that FAIL, really doesn't mean what you think it means!100clean120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-118-increase-learning-consumption-part-four--57321024afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4ad4637c-6343-3277-985a-df2f84d40d2bThu, 17 Dec 2020 09:22:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I read an article examining how to increase learning consumption.   In this final episode, we will take a look at client feedback. 129clean119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolisht-thoughts-podcast-117-increase-learning-consumption-part-three--57321006afoolforlearning.podbean.com/147c48a0-4cfb-3329-bdb5-0c8451b88720Tue, 15 Dec 2020 10:20:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I read an article examining how to increase learning consumption.   In this third episode, I will take a look at the "sandbox."161clean118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-116-increase-learning-consumption-part-two--57321015afoolforlearning.podbean.com/79d0f258-8f7d-3847-81bc-f50f0c454790Thu, 10 Dec 2020 10:09:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I read an article examining how to increase learning consumption.   This is the second of a four part series and will focus on your website, among other thoughts. 138clean117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-115-increase-learning-consumption-part-one--57321005afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ed0deac2-713f-3762-80c9-d6bb06058902Tue, 08 Dec 2020 10:05:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I read an article examining how to increase learning consumption.   This is the first of a four part series. 146clean116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-114-holiday-networking-blunders-part-2--57321030afoolforlearning.podbean.com/db6f6bc0-734e-32db-9f85-aa9a420580faThu, 03 Dec 2020 11:35:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs we move into the holiday season, you don't want to make these blunders at parties and other events.  Even though there may be fewer in-person parties, it is still important that for those you do attend, not to make these blunders, even if they are...148clean105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcats-113-holiday-networking-blunders-part-1--57321027afoolforlearning.podbean.com/fb30ce3c-14cf-3e29-899c-3179f123b6f9Tue, 01 Dec 2020 11:29:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs we move into the holiday season, you don't want to make these blunders at parties and other events.  Even though there may be fewer in-person parties, it is still important that for those you do attend, not to make these blunders, even if they are...156clean104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-112-virtual-learningtips-part-5--57321014afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3be0c1e6-4a3f-32d9-8c81-f05dcb6387aaTue, 24 Nov 2020 12:03:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is the last of a five part series based on a recent article in Training Magazine.   In this episode, we will look at the last tips: User Variety and Quick Energizers.154clean115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-111-virtual-learning-tips-part-4--57321007afoolforlearning.podbean.com/36e6523b-a103-330e-9567-bbf15ab3eed6Thu, 19 Nov 2020 11:45:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is the fourth of a five part series based on a recent article in Training Magazine.   In this episode, we will look at the these tips: (1) virtual breakout and (2) the opener and closer. 210clean114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-110-virtual-learning-tips-part-3--57321016afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2107b316-6401-393f-804a-30573ee40cfcTue, 17 Nov 2020 12:17:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is the third of a five part series based on a recent article in Training Magazine.   In this episode, we will look at these two tips: (1) practice and (2) develop the flow plan. 147clean113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-109-virtual-learningtips-part-2--57321018afoolforlearning.podbean.com/5b4bb877-dbc3-39f9-8a36-7c4a49855ee6Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:13:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is the second of a five part series based on a recent article in Training Magazine.   In this episode, we will look at (1) create the flow around the 90/20/4 principle, and (2) the producer.215clean112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-108-virtual-learning-tips-part-1--57321033afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a57f6c7d-76e7-3ee8-ac1d-0d57a318759cTue, 10 Nov 2020 12:07:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is the first of a five part series based on a recent article in Training Magazine.   In this episode, we will look at the first two tips: (1) tool familiarization and (2) start small. 126clean111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-107-fonts-help-set-the-tone--57320994afoolforlearning.podbean.com/99180eb3-ed55-3019-974a-a1d507a3cad2Thu, 05 Nov 2020 12:45:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThere are many ways to cause "Death by PowerPoint" but using the proper font style, is one way to help eliminate it. 161clean109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-106-don-t-hide-use-a-background--57321013afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0743c5b2-b4b7-3e5f-b160-de05a4737eeeTue, 03 Nov 2020 12:31:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDon't hide during virtual meetings.  Be out there and use a background. 111clean108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-105-how-valuable-is-the-learning-function--57321028afoolforlearning.podbean.com/23ba799a-d4fb-3053-b1c2-ee0f5f0e3a36Thu, 29 Oct 2020 11:13:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAs with any business, you need to be able to measure what you do, to determine how valuable you are to the organization.  The way to do that, for management, is via numbers.123clean103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-104-who-are-your-learning-clients--57321034afoolforlearning.podbean.com/53b6b37d-05d8-3de5-9e77-e9356d5cea7bTue, 27 Oct 2020 11:12:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWho are your learning clients?   In this episode, we will review a couple of basic questions to think about. 141clean102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-103-why-do-people-not-perform--57321009afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2aaa95d9-ac0d-3b45-9545-653cabaaf20bThu, 22 Oct 2020 10:59:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWe will take a look at some of the reasons at why people do not perform, according to John Maxwell.  Of course, there is a link to training/learning.132clean101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-102-how-long-is-your-podcast--57321025afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1a029c00-53b2-34fa-ab9c-243252902872Tue, 20 Oct 2020 19:06:44 +0000Joseph BaroneHere is one that I had recorded about 5 months ago, and forgot to put it into the rotation.   The title says it all!      143clean100fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-101-know-what-to-overlook--57321048afoolforlearning.podbean.com/bb029bed-d977-38c5-978e-e8d60a71efaaThu, 15 Oct 2020 13:21:41 +0000Joseph BaroneMany of us focus on the inconsequential things. 93clean99fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-100-does-your-environment-distract-you--57321055afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8a6c8785-47a2-3e38-8fc1-4d7c119ba1a7Tue, 13 Oct 2020 09:58:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWorking from home does present challenges and distractions. Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs?  Please visit my webpage at: www.afoolforlearning.com   Note:  You will probably hear some "popping" during...118clean97fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-99-the-style-guide--57321017afoolforlearning.podbean.com/87fe2929-b09a-3ff1-8c2c-d32a72d6eeaeThu, 08 Oct 2020 10:51:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you have a Style Guide?  Not certain what it is, then take a few minutes to learn.   Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs?  Please visit my webpage at: www.afoolforlearning.com   Note:  You will probably...174clean96fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-98-how-employers-can-better-introduce-technoloy--57321019afoolforlearning.podbean.com/988ca9c7-e1ad-3a2a-8530-1fa0de1783e6Tue, 06 Oct 2020 10:48:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a recent survey taken of employees, regarding the rollout of technology by employers and my thoughts.    Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs?  Please visit my webpage at:...276clean95fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-97-customer-training-drives-loyalty-part-two--57321021afoolforlearning.podbean.com/095a6ca5-ab86-3bf3-bc2a-1467af8a863cThu, 01 Oct 2020 10:38:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMany companies have increased their training/learning to their customers/clients over the last few years.   However, it is not without challenges.   Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs?  Please visit my...108clean94fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-96-customer-training-drives-loyalty-part-one--57321029www.afoolforlearning.com   Note:  You will probably hear some "popping" during the recording.  Been having some issues but did want to get a new podcast out.  Am working on resolving it.  Thank you for your understanding.    ]]>afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d0c3e9ba-7d42-3781-b467-9f745e8dbe30Tue, 29 Sep 2020 10:36:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMany companies have increased their training/learning to their customers/clients over the last few years.   Learn what this means for them.   Interested in learning how I might be able to assist you with your learning needs?  Please visit my webpage...www.afoolforlearning.com   Note:  You will probably hear some "popping" during the recording.  Been having some issues but did want to get a new podcast out.  Am working on resolving it.  Thank you for your understanding.    ]]>116clean93fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-95-self-discipline--57321039afoolforlearning.podbean.com/add81d07-194e-3196-bc67-990cf0c55468Thu, 24 Sep 2020 13:30:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn order to be self-disciplined, you need to be organized.128clean92fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-94-self-discipline--57321022afoolforlearning.podbean.com/64aa4b8e-c1af-387f-97ba-61de3e217f0fTue, 22 Sep 2020 10:05:00 +0000Joseph Barone70clean91fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-93-gaze-awareness--57321037afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e5c48243-661f-338f-8b55-9f2d911b763bThu, 17 Sep 2020 09:31:00 +0000Joseph BaroneGaze Awareness is much more than "staring out into space."      99clean90fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-92-masie-s-pandemic-learning-lessons--57321051afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dfd7d892-b7b9-3b1a-849d-41611e561648Tue, 15 Sep 2020 09:27:00 +0000Joseph BaroneElliot Masie published on article on his lessons learned from the pandemic.  Have a listen to what I think are the top three.122clean89fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-91-my-zoom-closet--57321041afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2b82283d-09d0-3c35-9829-fec4e708d37eThu, 10 Sep 2020 09:24:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe rise of online meetings has given way to a term "Zoom Shirt."  I don't have a Zoom Shirt, I have a "Zoom Closet."133clean88fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-90-dressing-appropriately--57321038afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8359b0f4-667c-381c-98ee-ef260a910389Tue, 08 Sep 2020 09:22:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhile many of us are still working from home, we throw on anything and get to work.  But is this the most appropriate thing to do?101clean87fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-89-the-hippo-effect--57321060afoolforlearning.podbean.com/55a421be-3ccd-31ac-9709-b144f12d0798Thu, 03 Sep 2020 09:19:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAlthough many of us do not know what the HIPPO Effect is, I bet we have experienced it a few times in our lives. 154clean86fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-16-everything-old-is-new-again--57321052afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-14-everything-old-is-new-again-bccd1d96864fe673e2b838e4942c85d7Fri, 10 Jul 2020 19:13:22 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a great new initiative at one business.  But is it really new, or is it simply a new wrapper, on of an old tactic.   #learning  #training  #innovation  #oldisnew151clean114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-88-micro-learning-strategy--57321070afoolforlearning.podbean.com/e6cd4821-d46f-5de6-b8f0-8a27cefbb1a0Thu, 25 Jun 2020 10:10:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about the three key things you need to do, if you decide to go "micro-learning."110clean85fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-87-co-facilitiation--57321049afoolforlearning.podbean.com/678aaeee-825b-5e69-b77d-60bebd7d1318Tue, 23 Jun 2020 10:07:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a recent article which talks about the Co-Facilitation of training/learning sessions. 118clean84fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-86-the-buyout-episode-3b--57321044afoolforlearning.podbean.com/36960290-e687-55ed-804c-13084925be84Thu, 18 Jun 2020 10:45:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout. This episode will focus on what happens the day after you leave your company. 197clean83fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-85-the-buyout-episode-3a--57321057afoolforlearning.podbean.com/b05ffe7b-19b0-54b2-96f7-1000125da2b1Tue, 16 Jun 2020 10:43:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout. This episode will focus what happens the day after, you have left your organization. 174clean82fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-84-the-buyout-episode-2b--57321072afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d2b5d9f7-039c-56b1-a569-43508cd4e88dThu, 11 Jun 2020 10:29:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout. This episode will focus what happens when you say "yes" and put your signature on the dotted line.  This episode will focus on what happens to your...178clean81fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-83-the-buyout-episode-2a--57321031afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f445f759-26dd-54f5-995f-187b7068352bTue, 09 Jun 2020 10:22:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout. This episode will focus what happens when you say "yes" to the buyout, and put your name on the dotted line.   #colleagues #organization  #fear  #buyout    165clean80fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-82-the-buyout-episode-1f--57321047afoolforlearning.podbean.com/47097c4c-b916-5bbb-953a-65c696bde42eThu, 04 Jun 2020 09:52:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout.    In this podcast, we will look at sweetening the deal.    #buyout  #retirement  #learning  #training132clean79fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-81-the-buyout-episode-1e--57321059afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8b2dbb09-a564-5408-87c6-9c19046535ffTue, 02 Jun 2020 10:38:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout. This episode will focus on "sweetening the deal."   #retirement  #buyout  #business115clean77fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-80-the-buyout-episode-1d--57321062afoolforlearning.podbean.com/0b3d1c91-4fb6-5ff8-a6b4-1f5dd1cce749Thu, 28 May 2020 10:35:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout. This episode will focus on one aspect of finances, that some may not think about.    #buyout  #retirement  #savings129clean76fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-77-the-buyout-episode-1c--57321046afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7cb47594-cde0-51a6-80c5-e551d60e2323Tue, 26 May 2020 09:43:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout. This episode will focus on a fourth key element to think about before you accept.  Depending on the organization, it could provide you with the ability...123clean78fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-78-the-buyout-episode-1b--57321064afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7c51431d-4408-5219-8fbd-fb002d793881Thu, 21 May 2020 10:25:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout. This episode will focus on the second key element to consider, one which will have long term implications.   #business  #buyout  #retirement  #pension ...138clean75fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-77-the-buyout-episode-1a--57321032afoolforlearning.podbean.com/74bd5791-ddd6-53ee-aa5b-6dca1e60aba9Tue, 19 May 2020 10:20:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this series of podcasts, we will focus on what do you need to think about, if offered a buyout.  This episode will focus on one of the key things to think about. #business  #buyout  #medicalplan  #retirement110clean74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-76-hindering-the-vision--57321065afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4334c906-f656-56e0-84d1-243770666d3cThu, 14 May 2020 10:59:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLet's take a look at some of the groups, which hinder a leader's vision, as defined by John Maxwell.  #leadership  #training  #learning  #vision115clean73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-75-vision-levels--57321036afoolforlearning.podbean.com/795f7aca-4297-576a-994d-dad7851b7c80Tue, 12 May 2020 10:46:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLet's take a quick look at the levels of leadership vision, found within John Maxwell's book, Developing the Leader within You.   #leadership  #business #training  #learning108clean72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-74-a-shared-workspace-a-long-ago-memory--57321050afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7f6778d9-2fc3-50ea-a6c8-ef7b3eea459dThu, 07 May 2020 10:32:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear about a memory of shared workspace, from many years ago. 222clean71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-73-influenced-influencing--57321035afoolforlearning.podbean.com/dc764a9f-02ad-5e69-972a-ad29dfb5e19fWed, 06 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAll of us influence and are influenced.    204clean70fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-72-death-by-zoom--57321085afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2708a329-7fe7-56ed-a328-3e1676571d00Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:16:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWe all have experienced "Death by PowerPoint".  I have now experienced "Death by Zoom."   #PowerPoint  #Zoom #webinar  #online161clean68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-71-introducing-a-new-social-media-platform--57321081afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2ec4d307-19cb-5c72-a7ec-a3d60e1f8d94Tue, 28 Apr 2020 10:27:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn more about the newest social media platform that A Fool from Learning now appears on.   #learning  #podcast  #training  #socialmedia78clean69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-69-what-do-you-think--57321040afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4696aa01-9a5d-5e37-8033-47dd87882d74Thu, 23 Apr 2020 10:34:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis podcast focused on "What do you think?"   #learning  #podcast #training #networking #consulting #management132clean65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-68-learning-as-you-go--57321042afoolforlearning.podbean.com/7300d14e-f501-5228-b152-66c69236bc67Tue, 21 Apr 2020 10:12:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAlways ensure that you are learning.  Hear about what someone else did that has affected by life, even till today.    #learning  #training  #reading  #lifetip175clean66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-67-using-a-discredited-tool-to-learn--57321077afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c5a91371-c6ee-52c7-80b0-4b1b8403cc82Tue, 14 Apr 2020 10:11:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn about how a group of a group of young people are using a tool, that many in the learning field have discredited.    #learning  #training  #learningstrategy  #trainingstrategy170clean64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolisht-thoughts-podcast-66-level-one-evaluations-part-2--57321069afoolforlearning.podbean.com/412bc45e-e1e6-5dc0-a0cf-74e92f100a14Thu, 09 Apr 2020 13:24:00 +0000Joseph BaroneMaybe you will agree, and maybe you will not, but I do think that Level One Evaluations can be useful, if you use them properly.    #evaluation #learning #training152clean63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-65-level-one-evaluation-part-1--57321043afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2cd99216-cd73-5ca2-81f4-f2f0d8bae226Tue, 07 Apr 2020 11:09:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAlthough most discredit the Level One Evaluation, I believe, that if used correctly, it can provide useful information to your learning program.211clean61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-63-los-pollos-hermanos-training-video-series--57321089afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d2c2aa3b-544a-58bf-8d78-2b935dd1d188Thu, 02 Apr 2020 12:20:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIf you are in the training/learning field, you will most certainly enjoy this series of videos.   #training  #learning  #learningvideos  #onlinetraining112clean62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-62-bingo--57321056afoolforlearning.podbean.com/14a5c7c3-5aad-534f-8e09-2f89d6491f9dTue, 31 Mar 2020 10:38:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you need to make your video-conferences and audio-conferences more interesting?  Then play BUSINESS BINGO! #business #fun 92clean60fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-60-the-importance-of-a-well-designed-business-card--57321045afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2140c480-23af-5a50-8f2c-379837aea8d0Thu, 26 Mar 2020 10:14:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHaving a well designed business card can provide you with more opportunities to connect with a potential client, than you can imaging.    #business  #consultingtips  #learning #training182clean59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-59-choosing-an-appropriate-job-title--57321083afoolforlearning.podbean.com/077c4f28-5865-589b-bf03-e1b52d416aedTue, 24 Mar 2020 10:11:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is so important, as a consultant, to have the right job title.  The wrong title, can lead to many puzzled looks. #consultingtips  #business  #consulting  #training151clean58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-57-the-message-fails-if-not-delivered-properly--57321054afoolforlearning.podbean.com/50e2913d-c267-5eb0-a519-adbc17701e08Thu, 19 Mar 2020 10:30:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSeeing an electronic bulletin board, at a nearby Baptist Church, got me thinking about the delivery of the message.    #instructionaldesign #learning #training157clean57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-56-digital-badges--57321076afoolforlearning.podbean.com/982aadee-a69e-524a-a0f5-0c13565c4136Tue, 17 Mar 2020 10:33:00 +0000Joseph BaroneI haven't heard much about digital badges until recently.  So, here are some of my foolish thoughts.    #learning #training #digitalbadges184clean56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-54-talking-about-clients--57321107afoolforlearning.podbean.com/82137d2b-5480-546a-86f9-d823be723484Thu, 12 Mar 2020 10:39:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHow much do you talk about clients in front of people you do not know?   Listen to one of my experiences.   #networking  #clients  #consulting  #consultingtips176clean55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-53-why-do-potential-clients-do-this--57321071afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2b81da88-5d6d-546d-a3ed-9e07010938f6Tue, 10 Mar 2020 10:38:00 +0000Joseph BaroneLearn about my experience with one potential client.  Does this happen to you?  Do you do this to vendors? #business  #consulting  #clients  #learning  #consultingtips173clean54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-51-staging-the-classroom-signage--57321063afoolforlearning.podbean.com/c8502a5b-6d96-5566-96f1-9264fc012390Thu, 05 Mar 2020 11:38:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this final podcast series on staging the classroom, we look at the important of signage, to help make the learning experience successful.   #learning  #classroom  #training 121clean53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-50-staging-the-classroom-music--57321103afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4768b6a4-8cad-5c57-97fc-b591b8e4db15Wed, 04 Mar 2020 11:34:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you use music in training?  If not, take a listen and consider using music in your learning environment.    #learning  #training #music152clean52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-49-staging-the-classroom-odors--57321090afoolforlearning.podbean.com/4c6beaae-06e1-5d33-aa99-f7a98d06d2cfMon, 02 Mar 2020 11:03:00 +0000Joseph BaroneStaging your classroom should also cover non-physical items, such as room odors.    #classroom  #training  #learning 121clean51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-48-staging-the-classroom-well-supplied--57321067afoolforlearning.podbean.com/9bf8fb9a-f6b5-541c-8d58-9317ef08253aThu, 27 Feb 2020 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is important to keep your classroom stocked with some basic supplies.    #learning  #classroom #training161clean50fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-47-staging-the-classroom-neat-and-clean--57321080afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2f33839d-5ddb-5270-bd3c-a5c54a04e8a3Wed, 26 Feb 2020 11:18:00 +0000Joseph BaroneEven if you don't own the training room, keeping the room, neat and clean, helps to set expectations for the learning that will take place.    #learning  #training  #classroom 145clean49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-46-staging-the-classroom--57321078afoolforlearning.podbean.com/ce7de56e-4ee5-549e-b12c-7e2587c04d1aMon, 24 Feb 2020 11:04:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe classroom is, in a sense, an extension of the instructor.127clean48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-45-sexual-harassment-trainer-kurt-nemes-keeping-on-top-of-his-game-part-3--57321086afoolforlearning.podbean.com/495a6d15-e21e-5645-822c-61e849032340Thu, 20 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this final podcast, Kurt Nemes discusses the resources he uses to keep on "top of his game" in the area of sexual harassment training.373clean47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-44-sexual-harassment-trainer-kurt-nemes-consequences-to-organizations-part-2--57321075afoolforlearning.podbean.com/2c534e7f-f050-5801-949f-feee65654c6aWed, 19 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this podcast, I discuss with Kurt, what can happen to organizations that allow sexual harassment to take place. 539clean46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-43-sexual-harassment-trainer-kurt-nemes-how-did-you-start-part-1--57321119afoolforlearning.podbean.com/8b431337-3ba0-52bf-b9fb-8ebcfe42aa32Tue, 18 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this podcast, Kurt Nemes tells us how he came to focus on sexual harassment training. 419clean45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-42-sexual-harassment-trainer-kurt-nemes-introduction--57321110afoolforlearning.podbean.com/d319f9be-3561-531a-bcea-c33b1d6638b9Mon, 17 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis podcast introduces you to a three part series with Kurt Nemes.  Kurt specializes in sexual harassment training.  Our first podcast introduces my listeners to Kurt and how he found his calling in this type of training.  The second podcast focuses...78clean44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-41-types-of-coaches-part-3--57321079afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f5fe693b-3282-569c-be88-3af93f8ca9b7Thu, 13 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis will be the third and final podcast on business coaches. 109clean43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-40-types-of-coaches-part-2--57321053afoolforlearning.podbean.com/aae05c48-171e-5e1c-89fe-613a6a734f1eWed, 12 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn Part Two, we do a quick review of two additional types of coaches. 161clean42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-39-types-of-coaches-part-1--57321113afoolforlearning.podbean.com/1566c213-6f63-5b5d-86b1-8faa6f264f12Mon, 10 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThere are a number of different types of coaches in the business world.  Let's do a quick review of two types.137clean41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-38-corporate-business-learning-model-an-introduction--57321095afoolforlearning.podbean.com/24c3eedb-0b9c-5e26-88fe-1a7d7577d697Thu, 06 Feb 2020 10:44:00 +0000Joseph Barone141clean40fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-37-gloming-or-the-importance-of-listening-and-making-the-connection--57321058afoolforlearning.podbean.com/a33ddc0c-44b6-5411-a733-4e91fd8c1b67Wed, 05 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHow did an obscure word, and some careful listening, assisted in making an important connection.169clean39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-36-it-s-a-networking-event-network--57321061afoolforlearning.podbean.com/f05b5f58-9a8c-52c0-8318-c6febe6c73eeMon, 03 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you know that the purpose of a networking event is?  To have a drink?  Munch on the free snacks?  Maybe network? 147clean37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-35-gamification-badges-dead-or-alive--57321074afoolforlearning.podbean.com/41cff802-462a-5297-a573-737249d9e323Thu, 30 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneGamification is still a thing in learning.  But, are gamification badges still a thing?  Listen to my experience recently with badges.175clean36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-34-you-need-to-sweat-the-small-stuff--57321073afoolforlearning.podbean.com/592d10bc-9179-5f47-ae9b-631ced895f6eWed, 29 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneToday, it is common to hear: "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff!"  And, that may be true to some extent.  However, if you are an independent consultant or small business owner, you need to "Sweat the Small Stuff!"177clean35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-33-to-translate-or-not-to-translate-that-is-the-question--57321118afoolforlearning.podbean.com/3c3ef70b-8d14-50f0-ad2e-921de7f6d33aMon, 27 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneToday, when most organizations roll-out a new learning program, they are doing it not only for their US based staff, but for staff located in other countries.  The learning professional, in working with the business sponsor, must make a determination...162clean34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-32-who-owns-your-learning-training-materials--57321092afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-954-who-owns-your-learningtraining-materials-3fd68cbce32c536cb094572ab74024a0Thu, 23 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHave training materials created for you?  Think you own the materials?  Think again.  Run time: 1:42 min.103clean21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-31-what-are-your-go-to-podcasts-interview-with-bruce-cotting-rlah-realtor--57321068afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-31-what-are-your-go-to-podcasts-interview-with-bruce-cotting-rlah-realtor-48b016079d2a39590c69abfe465319abWed, 22 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this third and final interview, Bruce Cotting (RLAH Realtor) tells us which podcasts he listens to, and uses to keep himself at the "top of his game." 655clean31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-30-tips-and-tricks-of-the-trade-part-three--57321114afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-30-tips-and-tricks-of-the-trade-part-three-e87cd38eb8c3e46b86423ec49cd7db66Mon, 20 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe November/December 2019 issue of Successful Meetings Magazine contained an article entitled "Tips and Tricks of the Trade." It focused on some of the best practices of meeting and event planners.  However, these tips and tricks can also apply to...135clean33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-29-tips-and-tricks-of-the-trade-part-two--57321087afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-29-tips-and-tricks-of-the-trade-part-2-65c009184093d2f83e0905abb5669bf2Thu, 16 Jan 2020 11:01:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe November/December 2019 issue of Successful Meetings Magazine contained an article entitled "Tips and Tricks of the Trade." It focused on some of the best practices of meeting and event planners.  However, these tips and tricks can also apply to...139clean32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-28-how-do-you-learn-interview-with-bruce-cotting-rlah-realtor--57321122afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-29-how-do-you-learn-interview-with-bruce-cotting-rlah-realtor-54a83ccb0f312458a4740473b43d5987Wed, 15 Jan 2020 11:04:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIt is always interesting to learn, how people learn.  We take a moment with Bruce Cotting, RLAH Realtor to learn how he learns, and how does he identify "take-aways."599clean30fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-27-tips-and-tricks-of-the-trade-part-one--57321104afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-27-tips-and-tricks-part-one-50e0ad22e08c691f20277dd9a3d51572Mon, 13 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe November/December 2019 issue of Successful Meetings Magazine contained an article entitled "Tips and Tricks of the Trade." It focused on some of the best practices of meeting and event planners.  However, these tips and tricks can also apply to...241clean28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-26-tips-and-tricks-of-the-trade-introduction--57321082afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-26-tips-and-tricks-introduction-beae951c1f0db9c33c244f8659ce7c03Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThe November/December 2019 issue of Successful Meetings Magazine contained an article entitled "Tips and Tricks of the Trade." It focused on some of the best practices of meeting and event planners.  However, these tips and tricks can also apply to...116clean27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-25-excellent-customer-service-with-bruce-cotting-rlah-realtor--57321091afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-25-excellent-customer-service-with-bruce-cotting-rlah-realtor-343f1316bcfbad028152415c7ab6aa0cWed, 08 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDuring this interview, Bruce Cotting, RLAH Realtor, will identify his top five attributes of excellent customer service.    Of the five, we will do a bit of a deep dive on one of them.   #customerservice  #realtor  #realestate 594clean29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-24-learning-sustainability--57321097afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-24-learning-sustainability-a3fc8f716157c996150b20e1779e044eMon, 06 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneDo you design and develop learning materials?  Do you build sustainability into your long term work program?  If not, maybe you should listen to this.   #learning  #training  #sustainability127clean26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-23-thank-you--57321108afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-xx-thank-you-59aa52ba06c542411485f1447dc69659Mon, 30 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneA THANK YOU message to all those who follow or listen.78clean25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-22-how-much-do-you-spend-on-training--57321116afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-953-how-much-do-you-spend-on-training-d12840468f09f609b97025cb3967b9faMon, 23 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneYou may think you know how much your organization spends on training/learning.  But do you really?  Here are some questions to ask, when calculating the actual cost.  Run Time: 1:30 min. #training   #learning   #spending   #budget91clean20fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-21-eat-the-frog--57321098afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-15-eat-the-frog-4629e63d3a22d681b95ca8f745613bbbThu, 19 Dec 2019 06:07:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHow to "Eat the Frog," with a real life example, from my past.133clean21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-20-learners-need-options--57321096afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-952-learners-need-options-151e7b5d24d448a8f6e4e2d6d5d86279Wed, 18 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn the book, Lies about Learning, Larry Israelite, writes that organizations can miss the mark in learning, by focusing only on learners differences or similarities.  I would argue that offering options can meet both ends of the learning spectrum. ...150clean19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thought-podcast-19-mercenaries-vs-missionaries--57321102afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thought-podcast-13-mercenaries-vs-missionaries-0c1a5561e05d3c71ab1803bae385943eMon, 16 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAre you a Mercenary or a Missionary in your business life? 110clean19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-18-put-the-phone-down--57321101afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-12-put-the-phone-down-d72cdc44ce1e65878e3051fd62400165Thu, 12 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWhy is it so important to put your phone down.  A personal life lesson. 178clean12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-special-probate-with-ron-sitrin-long-foster-real-estate--57321124afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-special-probate-with-ron-sitrin-3888ed84c41dfed63abcde80c6c0637fWed, 11 Dec 2019 12:19:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRon Sitrin (Long and Foster Real Estate) discusses what you need to know/do (1) before you put your home on the market; and, (2) once it is on the market.   Run Time: 59.083549clean24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-17-all-you-need-is-a-good-sme--57321111afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-951-all-you-need-is-a-good-sme-a1ad5ac0515e7f2f55d5a7061f3d5d75Mon, 09 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSome organizations believe that by simply letting the Subject Matter Expert or SME, get up and give a presentation is all that they need.  Think again.  Run Time: 2:21 min. #learning  #training  #sme  #subject matter    142clean18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-15-the-best-training-workshop-ever-interview-with-ron-sitrin-long-foster-real-estate--57321094afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-15-the-best-training-workshop-ever-interview-with-ron-sitrin-long-foster-real-estate-c05c8a34c3d83d34e83e3cb9f25a0d6aWed, 04 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneThis is the third and final episode with Ron Sitrin, who has been ranked as one of the top 30 Long and Foster Agents.  In this podcast, we will take a look at the best training workshop he has ever taken, in all of his years of selling real estate.  ...1031clean23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-14-training-magazine-s-2019-training-industry-survey--57321121afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-xx-training-magazines-2019-training-industry-survey-5136f607902ba42788354d246a0ed498Mon, 02 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneJust a couple of highlights from the 2019 Training Industry Survey by Training Magazine.    #training  #learning  #trainingmagazine 191clean22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-13-responding-is-important--57321106afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-6-responding-is-important-579e4dc9cab99f294d6f8f0c59392eabFri, 29 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn my first podcast, I discussed the follow-up I conduct, when I meet someone for the first time.  But what happens, if there is no reply.104clean10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-12-your-foundational-and-go-to-books-with-ron-sitrin-long-and-foster-real-estate--57321115afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-xx-your-go-to-books-with-ron-sitrin-long-and-foster-real-estate-7ddcc8515affd67d8f7fb1bda506a777Wed, 27 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIn this podcast, which is the second of three with Ron Sitrin of Long and Foster Real Estate, we discuss his foundational and go-to books. 941clean17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-11-training-saves-time-money-and-provides-work-life-balance--57321100afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-11-training-saves-time-money-and-provides-work-life-balance-df06156d3e5fbfb83eb955f2554ce0e3Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneHear a simple case study on how proper training, saved one person, and the entire organization, time, money and contributed to a better work-life balance. 182clean11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-10-required-training-makes-for-an-extraordinary-company--57321112afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-9-required-training-makes-for-an-extraordinary-company-e11bf1a23607889a1f02ead1cbf92913Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRequired training makes for an extraordinary fast food company. 152clean9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-9-preparing-and-then-sharing-your-next-book-podcast-interview-with-ron-sitrin--57321123afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-100-preparing-for-the-next-bookpodcast-to-read-interview-with-ron-sitrin-0ad58333f000d1e88a37ad684a8ab055Wed, 20 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneRecently, I interviewed Ron Sitrin of Long and Foster Real Estate, who is ranked, as one of their top 30 agents in the nation.  Ron told me that he has read over 130 books on management, leadership, teamwork, etc. When we actually counted, it was over...1047clean16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-8-don-t-lie-when-you-introduce-yourself--57321084afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-8-dont-lie-when-you-introduce-yourself-1de93ccb6cf5e897368886583af53773Mon, 18 Nov 2019 13:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneIf you want business, don't lie about your intentions125clean8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-7-the-soup-has-no-love-in-it--57321109afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-7-the-soup-has-no-love-in-it-03278e3e469f9d9a878b82d04a2154e3Wed, 13 Nov 2019 15:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneSoup, love, work, and clients. Not necessarily in that order.143clean7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-6-you-only-have-one-chance-to-make-a-good-first-impression--57321093afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-6-you-only-have-one-chance-to-make-a-good-first-impression-c7238cf38a8702fbc4600e7666c8da75Mon, 11 Nov 2019 13:45:00 +0000Joseph BaroneWill Rogers once said: "You only have one chance to make a good first impression."  Learn how someone blew it.183clean6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-5-are-you-the-promotor-fidei-in-your-organization--57321105afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-5-are-you-the-promotor-fidei-in-your-organization-a9ff85d0e0a0ddabfac91b17a6e01c3cThu, 07 Nov 2019 11:00:00 +0000Joseph BaroneAre you the Promotor Fidei in your organization?  You may be, but do you do it in the proper way.  Learn if you are and if you are doing it right. #training  #learning166clean5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-4-if-it-ain-t-in-writing-it-doesn-t-exist--57321117afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-4-if-it-aint-in-writing-it-doesnt-exist-982de7fbf19efca422cee9548dc36257Mon, 04 Nov 2019 13:00:00 +0000Joseph BaronePeople wonder why I send emails, instead of calling.  It is because that one of the lessons that I have learned is: "If it ain't in writing, it doesn't exist."   Here is a story illustrating this lesson.266clean4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-3-some-powerpoint-basics--57321120afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-3-some-powerpoint-basics-29e9a67a56f290b0fd5d5dc52bc36fc5Thu, 31 Oct 2019 14:51:13 +0000Joseph BaroneHere are three basic suggestions for improving your PowerPoint presentations.123clean3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-2-do-you-have-a-brand-motto--57321125afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-2-do-you-have-a-brand-motto-1eca66a481086c7e36bf40e544174e84Wed, 30 Oct 2019 12:24:05 +0000Joseph BaroneEveryone and every company needs to have a brand.  It tells everyone about yourself.  Do you and your company have a brand?  Do they mesh?162clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foolish-thoughts-podcast-1-the-first-meeting-and-the-follow-up--57321066afoolforlearning.podbean.com/foolish-thoughts-podcast-1-the-first-meeting-and-the-follow-up-a167e956e74e8d656dcfa6d64693e4f4Tue, 29 Oct 2019 19:55:31 +0000Joseph BaroneWhat happens when you exchange business cards and the follow-up.  Also, a special thank you to Pete Blank.101clean1full