Engaging Workplace Training

Training matters — but meaningful workplace change requires more than training alone. In this episode, Patricia Regier explores why training works best when it is supported by change readiness, communication, timing, practice, and implementation support. Drawing from workplace learning, facilitation, and real-world implementation experiences, Patricia shares practical reflections on: • Why training alone is often not enough • Understanding the change before building training • Change readiness and learner engagement • Why timing and practice matter • Supporting people during implementation • Just-in-time learning, coaching, and ongoing support Whether you work in workplace learning, learning and development (L&D), organizational development (OD), facilitation, leadership, or instructional design, this episode offers practical ideas to better support people through change. A question to reflect on: Are we asking, “Did we provide training?” or “How are we supporting people through change?” Watch the original video Related Blog Website About Patricia Regier Patricia Regier, MEd is a Learning and Organizational Development professional, Learner Experience Designer, Facilitator, Speaker, and Author of The Online Shift: 101 Pro Tips for Facilitators, Workplace Trainers & Speakers. Through Regier Education Inc., Patricia supports trainers, facilitators, leaders, and organizations in creating engaging, accessible, and people-centred learning experiences that help learners feel supported, confident, and ready to apply what they have learned. Drawing from workplace learning, facilitation, instructional design, leadership, and implementation experience, Patricia shares practical strategies grounded in adult education, learner engagement, accessibility, and real-world application. Connect with Patricia: https://www.regiereducation.com #WorkplaceLearning #LearningAndDevelopment #AdultLearning #InstructionalDesign #Facilitation #OrganizationalDevelopment

This reflection was originally shared on YouTube, and I am bringing it into the podcast now as part of a “From the Vault” series — with continued growth and perspective since it was first recorded. In this episode, I revisit my very first YouTube video and reflect on what has changed, what has improved, and what I have learned along the way. This is a “from the vault” recording — and while the video itself is older, the lessons about growth, starting before you feel ready, and evolving your focus are still very relevant today. I share what worked, what I would do differently, how my equipment and setup have improved, and how my content has shifted to be more focused on serving you — the learner, the facilitator, and the professional looking to grow. This episode explores: What it is like to revisit your early work Improvements in tools, setup, and delivery over time How your focus can shift toward serving your audience The role of reflection in learning and professional growth Encouragement to start before everything feels perfect This is a reflective and practical episode for anyone creating content, teaching, facilitating, or building something new. “You don’t need to be perfect to start — you just need to begin.” Watch the original video here: https://youtu.be/0R4IzYz7iIQ?si=7GmkNaQDR3-xtsfK Website: http://www.regiereducation.com/ LinkedIn Article: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6712152686093053952/ Author: Patricia Regier, MEd, is the Online Expert who has built a career on the belief that training and online learning do not have to be boring. As the Owner of Regier Educational Services and holding a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for empowering her audience to feel engaged, courageous, and confident. Her book, The Online Shift, supports both new and experienced professionals in creating engaging and effective learning experiences grounded in practical strategies, research, and real-world application. #PersonalGrowth #LearningJourney #ContentCreation

This episode was recorded earlier and is being shared now as part of a “From the Vault” series. In this episode, I am sharing a keynote from my archives — a talk connected to my book, The Online Shift, focused on creating engaging and effective virtual learning experiences. While this session was recorded earlier in my journey, the core ideas continue to show up in my work today. At the same time, my thinking and approach have evolved — and that is part of why I wanted to share this. If you facilitate online sessions, lead virtual meetings, or design learning experiences, these foundational principles still matter. This episode explores: Key principles from The Online Shift How to create engaging virtual learning experiences What facilitators need to consider in online environments Practical strategies for increasing participation and connection Reflections on how this work has evolved over time This is both a reflection and a resource — a look back at foundational ideas that continue to influence how we design and facilitate learning today. “The tools have evolved, but what makes learning meaningful has not.” My Book: The Online Shift Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/Online-Shift-Facilitators-Workplace-Trainers/dp/1778011152/ USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1778011152 Author: Patricia Regier, MEd, is the Online Expert who has built a career on the belief that training and online learning do not have to be boring. As the Owner of Regier Educational Services and holding a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for empowering her audience to feel engaged, courageous, and confident. Her book, The Online Shift, supports both new and experienced professionals in creating engaging and effective learning experiences grounded in practical strategies, research, and real-world application. #VirtualFacilitation #KeynoteSpeaker #LearningAndDevelopment

In this episode, I share practical ways to make Zoom meetings more interactive and engaging — whether you are facilitating training, leading a meeting, or presenting online. It is easy for virtual sessions to become passive, but with a few intentional strategies, you can create more participation, connection, and meaningful interaction. As someone working in learning and development, I focus on designing experiences that keep people engaged, not just present. Small adjustments in how we structure and facilitate sessions can make a significant difference. This episode explores: Why engagement matters in virtual meetings and training Simple ways to encourage participation in Zoom Tools and features within Zoom that support interaction How to move beyond passive listening Practical facilitation tips to improve learner experience A practical and thoughtful walkthrough for anyone facilitating virtual meetings, workshops, or training sessions. Prefer to follow along visually? Watch the full video version here: https://youtu.be/iGaWVPjMpF4 Author: Patricia Regier, MEd, is the Online Expert who has built a career on the belief that training and online learning do not have to be boring. As the Owner of Regier Educational Services and holding a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for empowering her audience to feel engaged, courageous, and confident. Her book, The Online Shift, supports both new and experienced professionals in creating engaging and effective learning experiences grounded in practical strategies, research, and real-world application. #VirtualFacilitation #ZoomTips #LearningAndDevelopment

In this episode, I walk through a lesser-known feature in PowerPoint — the ability to generate AI images directly within your slides using Microsoft Copilot. Many people are not aware this feature exists or how to access it, but it can be a powerful way to quickly create visuals without leaving PowerPoint. As someone working in learning and development, I am always looking for ways to streamline content creation while maintaining clarity and engagement. Tools like this can support faster development of presentations, training materials, and visual content. This episode explores: How to access the AI image generator in PowerPoint What Microsoft Copilot can create within your slides When this feature is useful for presentations and learning materials Practical tips for using AI-generated visuals effectively Why this tool can save time in content creation workflows A quick and practical walkthrough for anyone creating presentations, training content, or workplace materials using PowerPoint. Prefer to follow along visually? Watch the step-by-step video version here: https://youtu.be/OvjdOLAMfo0 Author: Patricia Regier, MEd, is the Online Expert who has built a career on the belief that training and online learning do not have to be boring. As the Owner of Regier Educational Services and holding a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for empowering her audience to feel engaged, courageous, and confident. Her book, The Online Shift, supports both new and experienced professionals in creating engaging and effective learning experiences grounded in practical strategies, research, and real-world application. #PowerPoint #AITools #LearningAndDevelopment

In this episode, I walk through a newer Zoom feature that allows you to trigger reactions using hand gestures — without needing to click anything. This small but powerful feature can make virtual meetings, workshops, and training sessions more interactive and engaging. Whether you are facilitating or participating, it offers a simple way to respond in real time. As someone working in learning and development, I am always looking for ways to reduce friction and increase engagement in virtual environments. Features like this support more natural interaction and can help participants feel more involved. This episode explores: What the Zoom hand gestures feature is How to turn it on and use it What gestures trigger reactions When this feature is helpful in meetings, training, and facilitation How it can support engagement in virtual learning environments A quick and practical tip for anyone using Zoom for meetings, teaching, or workplace training. “Small features like this can make a big difference in how people engage in virtual spaces.” Prefer to follow along visually? Watch the step-by-step video version here: https://youtu.be/9hjrgorWQU0 Author: Patricia Regier, MEd, is the Online Expert who has built a career on the belief that training and online learning do not have to be boring. As the Owner of Regier Educational Services and holding a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for empowering her audience to feel engaged, courageous, and confident. Her book, The Online Shift, supports both new and experienced professionals in creating engaging and effective learning experiences grounded in practical strategies, research, and real-world application.

In this episode, I walk through a simple but important accessibility tip when using Canva — how to fix the reading order of your PDF before you download it. This is a step that is often missed, but it can make a significant difference for accessibility, especially for screen reader users. If the reading order is not set correctly, the content may not be interpreted in a logical or meaningful way. As someone working in learning and development, accessibility is always part of the design process. Small adjustments like this help ensure that content is inclusive and usable for a wider range of learners. This episode explores: Why reading order matters for accessibility What can go wrong when exporting PDFs from Canva How to check and adjust reading order before downloading A simple, practical way to improve accessibility in your designs A quick and practical tip for anyone creating documents, presentations, or learning materials in Canva. Prefer to follow along visually? Watch the step-by-step video version here: https://youtu.be/rHi1Czneusg Author: Patricia Regier, MEd, is the Online Expert who has built a career on the belief that training and online learning do not have to be boring. As the Owner of Regier Educational Services and holding a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for empowering her audience to feel engaged, courageous, and confident. Her book, The Online Shift, supports both new and experienced professionals in creating engaging and effective learning experiences grounded in practical strategies, research, and real-world application.

In this episode, I share five key insights from a learning and development conference — and why they still matter in 2026. While these reflections were sparked by a 2025 conference experience, they continue to show up in real work, conversations, and projects across learning design, facilitation, and workplace training. From the growing role of AI to the importance of human-centered learning, these are not just trends — they are ongoing shifts that are shaping how we design, deliver, and experience learning. “These are not just trends — they are shifts that continue to show up in how we design and experience learning.” This episode explores: The evolving role of AI in learning and development Why human-centered design continues to matter What makes learning experiences effective beyond tools and trends The value of connection, conversation, and shared learning spaces How these shifts are showing up in real-world L&D work A thoughtful and practical reflection for anyone working in learning, leadership, facilitation, or instructional design. AI-generated audio based on Blog (views are my own): https://www.regiereducation.com/learning-development/   Author: Patricia Regier, MEd, is the Online Expert who has built a career on the belief that training and online learning do not have to be boring. As the Owner of Regier Educational Services and holding a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for empowering her audience to feel engaged, courageous, and confident. Her book, The Online Shift, supports both new and experienced professionals in creating engaging and effective learning experiences grounded in practical strategies, research, and real-world application.

I didn’t expect building my first LEGO set to turn into a lesson about learning — but it did. In this episode, I reflect on how the LEGO building experience mirrors what adults experience in workplace learning and professional development. From following step-by-step instructions to navigating moments of uncertainty, LEGO became a surprisingly accurate metaphor for instructional design, collaboration, and trusting the process. This episode explores: Why slowing down matters in learning How adults learn when the full picture isn’t clear The role of patience, experimentation, and reflection What LEGO can teach us about workplace training and growth A thoughtful, practical reflection for anyone involved in learning, leadership, or personal development. Blog:  https://www.regiereducation.com/lego-and-learning/ Video Version: https://youtu.be/Wg462oWf_cQ Article about Neurodiversity: https://www.regiereducation.com/neurodiversity-brains/  Author: Patricia Regier, MEd, is the Online Expert who has built a career on the belief that training and online learning don’t have to be boring. As the Owner of Regier Educational Services and holding a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for empowering her audience to feel engaged, courageous, and confident. Her debut book and keynote, The Online Shift, teaches newcomers to the online space and seasoned professionals alike how to optimize their online presence and maximize engagement. She’s tried, tested and refined using the latest behavioural science, research and psychology to ensure your next online experience is a hit!  

In this episode, Patricia Regier, from Regier Education Inc., explores the hidden superpowers of neurodivergent minds and how Grace, Space & Safe create truly inclusive environments for learning and work. The episode begins with a short introduction from Patricia, explaining how this conversation was created — using Google Notebook LM to generate an AI-based radio show segment inspired by her original article, “Don’t Hear What I Didn’t Say: Grace, Space & Safe.” Together, her voice and the AI dialogue model what inclusion can sound like — curious, creative, and kind — showing how technology can amplify authentic human learning and reflection. #Neurodiversity #Inclusion #GraceSpaceSafe #Leadership #LearningDesign #AIinLearning Blog: https://www.regiereducation.com/neurodiversity-brains-at-work-and-training/ Patricia's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PatriciaRegier/videos  Author: Patricia Regier, MEd is the Online Expert who’s built a career believing that training and online learning doesn’t have to be boring. As Owner of Regier Educational Services and with a Master of Adult Education, Patricia is known for making her audience feel empowered, engaged, courageous and confident. Her debut book and keynote, The Online Shift, teaches newcomers to the online space and seasoned professionals alike how to optimize their online presence and maximize engagement. She’s tried, tested and refined using the latest behavioural science, research and psychology to ensure your next online experience is a hit!