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At Abbott Communications, we specialize in Train the Trainer workshops for subject matter experts from any industry. 

We teach how to do formal stand-up training as well as how to do one-on-one and on-the-job training easily and effectively.

We coach trainers, speakers and executives in a one-on-one format to use more effective presentation and training skills.

We train internationally.

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  1. The Trainer’s Advantage  - is offered as a 4-day, 3-day, 2-day or 1-day Train the Trainer workshop. It is an intensive, hands-on workshop that will instruct you in the use of practical techniques for creative training delivery. Your participation in this workshop will build your confidence and teach you how to teach information clearly. You will learn, how to facilitate discussions, direct activities, manage the training session and acquire many other skills to help you train effectively. You will have an opportunity to practice teaching and receive a videotape of your presentation (no video-tape in 1-day). You will leave with new ideas on how to "spice up" your classes as well as reinforce the skills that will make you feel masterful in the classroom. Your students will understand the information and be able to apply it to their jobs.

  2. The Tech Trainer’s Advantage™ - Is The Trainer's Advantage™  workshop with an additional module on technical training. For example: What do you do if the computers go down? How do you make technical training come alive? What is the best room layout? 

  3. The Advanced Trainer’s Advantage™  - is a two-day course addressing some of the needs of the experienced trainer. How do you handle burnout? How do you prepare the equipment for class? How do you handle class management problems that are specific to your company? The student will teach a half- hour class with their "real" material and get video and instructor feedback.

  4. One-on-one coaching for trainers  - is a private or group train the trainer coaching session that is specific to the  needs of the individuals. We will observe the trainer training a "real" class and give feedback based on techniques from The Trainer’s Advantage™ class. This session works before or after the formal Train the Trainer class.

  5. *Accelerating Your Career Program - This program is intended to help your employees develop and meet their career goals. It provides the process, tools and strategies for them to achieve more work/life satisfaction and effectiveness. They will learn what career best suits them by looking at the integration of their skills, values and psychological type. We use the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator instrument to determine type code and temperament. This program is a highly interactive workshop with follow-up coaching.

  6. One-on-one career coaching - is a private or group coaching session that is specific to the career needs of the individuals.

  7. MBTI assessment and training - We are qualified MBTI® Myers-Briggs Type Indicator practitioners. Understanding your psychological preference (Type Code and Temperament) helps you understand how you learn, how you lead and how your team can work together effectively. These workshops can be delivered in a 2- day, 1-day or half day format depending on your needs.

  8. The Global Advantage™ - is a competencies workshop for people who will be teaching internationally. We also teach 1-day region specific classes for the following regions: Europe, Asia, Latin America and Africa. Pre-requisite: 2-day The Trainer's Advantage™ workshop.

  9. The Communicator's Advantage™ - is a private coaching session for executives who need to refine their communication skills to communicate more effectively with their employees,  peers and senior management. As a result of this training several of our clients have been promoted to Vice President of their companies.

  10. The Speaker's Advantage™ - Whether you are a trainer, a subject matter expert or an executive presenting your expertise, you need to look professional and sound organized so your message gets across. We do presentation skills coaching to help you refine your presentation skills. 

          Articles -We write articles in our areas of expertise for training publications. 

 
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Email us at katherine@abbottcom.com or call 925-484-0195 with questions or requests for more information.

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