Engaging Workplace Training – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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

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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

Learn how business owners, L&D pros, and facilitators can grow their brand on YouTube—insights from Patricia Regier’s 953K views and 2.12K subscribers.

Full Blog, this AI-generated podcast is based on: https://www.regiereducation.com/leveraging-youtube/

Additional videos about this topic to follow.

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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!

New to Online Learning? Twelve Quick Tips on setting yourself up for success, in your remote learning context. Enjoy your next digital classroom experience! Part One of Series. Participants, Attendees, Students, Meeting Invites and more can benefit from this introduction to online learning and part two your back stage tour of ZOOM, please share.

Video version:  https://youtu.be/etzLvJ6ucCY

Blog: https://www.regiereducation.com/online_learning_guide/ 

What makes a great video tutorial? Watch to find out tips, recommendations and examples in this two part series, on how to create tutorials that really help. Create the best video tutorials for YouTube, your online courses or remote learning workshops with these tips!

Video Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1lLyI1aCQI

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Use layers to increase engagement and reach the variety of learning types. Turn your audience into participants with these 10 tips. A helpful quick video about how you can engage a variety of learning types, by layering content elements.

Video Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LB99ALX6G4o

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Free Quick Reference for Creating Engaging Online Live Learning Events: https://mailchi.mp/dad605afc2ea/khsvn...

Zoom has updated again, and the new breakout room features are fantastic!! Including participants being able to Choose which room they join. Both the host, cohosts and participants must have the latest update in order for all features to work. This video tutorial will show you the HOST, Co-Host, & Participant views & Tips. Expanded options for online facilitation, training, teaching and participant engagement.

Video Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOkkd8wKzVs

Download the latest ZOOM: https://zoom.us/download or if you don't have ZOOM yet, here is my Affiliate Link: http://bit.ly/2DZ3gWE

Blog with Highlights & Tips: https://www.regiereducation.com/new-z...

ZOOM Playlist of additional tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

Hot TIPS from an Online Facilitator & Tech Production Partner, and planning your online learning experience. How Facilitators Can Work with a Team to Create a Great Virtual workshops & training.  Video: https://youtu.be/ga8V0iRVWko

Ten tips using ZOOM Meeting, video platform, for large group training or online meetings.

Video Version: https://youtu.be/1i8c5W1mJi4

What to do when the webinar, online workshop, or meeting replay is terrible & the recording is all wrong! EIGHT Tips!

Video: https://youtu.be/Qsdj-bOb9wQ

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