Change Notes #21 | December 9, 2020
Welcome back to another edition of our Change Notes newsletter. The year is winding down but important things you need to know are still coming at us. This time we’re taking a look at new approaches to workplace learning, some things you need in place to have a learning organization, the latest new updates to Microsoft Teams, insider tips for working with remote teams, and some fun tips for hosting virtual parties. Plus a couple of upcoming online events.
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New Approaches to Workplace Learning
If you're not taking new approaches to organizational learning, you're missing out on a huge opportunity. Check out our latest post about adopting new approaches for getting more done with less AND doing it faster than ever.
https://www.change4growth.com/ideas-4-growth/2020/12/2/new-approaches-to-workplace-learning
7 Prerequisites of a Learning Organization
The latest in this Agile Leadership & Management Series covers the 7 prerequisites for a learning culture. Continuous learning is one of the keystones to be thriving in any environment and learning is at its best when it flows through all levels of the organization, from the individual, to the teams/groups and, all the way out through the different parts of the organization. Many organizations struggle with this so here are some really great tips and tools to get your learning organization up and running.
https://dandypeople.com/blog/7-prerequisites-of-a-learning-organization/
What’s New in Microsoft Teams
From new layouts and features to call merging and my favorite new addition, AI Noise suppression (check the video to see it in action) Microsoft is continuing to keep up a steady stream of updates for Microsoft Teams. If you haven’t been watching, see what you may have been missing.
5 Insider Tips and Tricks for Working Well as a Remote Team
You can keep your team together and on track while working from home. Here are 5 helpful tips from an experienced pro managing projects with a remote team.
Host your next virtual party in Microsoft Teams with apps and screen sharing games
It’s always important to stay connected personally and professionally with members of your team. Many teams use scheduled get-together meetings in Teams to hold book clubs, celebrate a special moment, or just gather together and catch up on weekend plans. Every get together can be more fun and connecting with quizzes and games. Within Microsoft Teams, there are several good options for hosting these events, virtually. And as a bonus, you can keep using these types of things to keep your teams engaged all year round.
Upcoming Events
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Friday December 11th at Noon Eastern | Free to attend
Register at: https://lu.ma/424ujxvr
Central Ohio ATD 2020 Virtual Year-End Celebration
December 15th 6:30 pm | Free to attend
Register at: https://www.centralohioatd.org/event-4051030
About the Author: Mike Taylor
With over two decades of real-life, in-the-trenches experience designing and delivering learning experiences, Mike Taylor understands that effective learning isn’t about the latest fad or trendy new tools. Known for his practical, street-savvy style, Mike is a regular and highly-rated speaker at industry events, and consults on organizational learning design and technology at Change 4 Growth in Columbus, Ohio. Mike holds an MBA degree from Ohio University and a master’s degree in educational technology from San Diego State University.