About This Course
The working lunch can develop a negative reputation among employees. It often involves being in a room full of other people with low blood sugar, trying to stay awake while someone drones on about policies, procedures, etc. Lunch and learns, however, should be engaging and enjoyable. Hosting a lunch and learn correctly will improve employee satisfaction and the quality of employee training.Please login.
Learning Objectives
The working lunch can develop a negative reputation among employees. It often involves being in a room full of other people with low blood sugar, trying to stay awake while someone drones on about policies, procedures, etc. Lunch and learns, however, should be engaging and enjoyable. Hosting a lunch and learn correctly will improve employee satisfaction and the quality of employee training.
Curriculum
8h
The Prep Work
The prep work for a Lunch and Learn involves defining objectives, selecting relevant topics, arranging logistics, and promoting the event. Preparing materials and engaging speakers ensures a valuable experience for participants.
Creating the Content (I)
Developing engaging content for Lunch and Learn sessions involves selecting relevant topics, structuring presentations effectively, incorporating interactive elements, and ensuring alignment with audience interests for maximum impact.
Creating the Content (II)
Continuing content development for Lunch and Learn involves refining materials, utilizing diverse formats (like visuals and discussions), ensuring clarity and accessibility, and gathering feedback to enhance future sessions.
During the Session
During the Lunch and Learn session, focus on fostering interaction, encouraging questions, maintaining energy, and using engaging visuals to enhance understanding while keeping the atmosphere relaxed and informal.
Food and Facilities
For Lunch and Learn, ensure the food is appealing and accommodates dietary restrictions, while the facilities provide a comfortable environment with proper seating, technology access, and adequate lighting for an engaging experience.
Take Away Material
Provide take-away materials that summarize key points, include additional resources for deeper learning, and offer actionable insights, allowing participants to reinforce their understanding and implement new knowledge after the session.
Difficult Situations or People
Addressing difficult situations or people during Lunch and Learn requires proactive management, active listening, maintaining professionalism, and employing conflict resolution strategies to foster a positive and respectful environment for all participants.
What a Lunch and Learn Is Not
A Lunch and Learn is not a formal training seminar, a mandatory meeting, or a lecture. It should be an informal, interactive session that encourages open dialogue and sharing, rather than a one-way presentation.
Best Practices (I)
Best practices for Lunch and Learn include setting clear objectives, engaging speakers, promoting the event effectively, providing relevant materials, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere that encourages participation and networking.
Best Practices (II)
Continuing best practices for Lunch and Learn involves gathering participant feedback post-session, following up with additional resources, evaluating the effectiveness of each event, and adapting future sessions based on insights to enhance engagement.
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