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March 18, 2024
Nurturing Excellence: A Business Leader’s Guide to Effective Training
Read MoreIn the dynamic world of business, an organization’s success is directly tied to the skills and know-how of its team. As the driving force behind a company’s vision, business leaders…
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March 12, 2024
Empowering Women in the Workplace: A Celebration for Women’s History Month
Read MoreMarch isn’t just a time to get excited about spring; it’s also a time to honor and acknowledge the incredible resilience, spirit, and accomplishments of women throughout history. As we…
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March 5, 2024
Celebrating 70 Years of the Kirkpatrick Model
Read MoreCan you believe it’s been 70 years since the birth of the Kirkpatrick Model? This week, we’re taking the opportunity to celebrate this remarkable milestone in the world of training…
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February 19, 2024
Building Trust and Influencing Senior Leaders: Strategies for Gaining Buy-In
Read MoreIn the world of training and talent development, we tend to get fixated on the numbers – data, evaluation scores, and ROI. But an often-overlooked aspect can make or break…
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February 12, 2024
Building Strong Relationships with Line Managers and Supervisors for Improved Learning and Performance
Read MoreIt’s become more and more clear over the years that organizations must provide better training and support to help supervisors master the essential skills of effective performance management. Managing diverse…
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February 6, 2024
Help Us Help YOU – Complete Our Survey for a Chance to Win!
Read MoreAt Kirkpatrick Partners, industry leaders in training evaluation, we’re dedicated to continual improvement and innovation. We recognize that staying at the forefront of industry trends and practices is a collaborative…
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February 5, 2024
The Best Ways to Get Buy-in from Peers and Colleagues
Read MoreBuy-in is the key to getting any training and development initiative off the ground. Before we can get senior leaders and supervisors on board, we have to gain the support…
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February 1, 2024
Celebrate Black History Month by Embracing Knowledge, Unity, and Justice
Read MoreAs we honor Black History Month, now is the time to come together to celebrate the rich contributions and profound impact of Black individuals throughout American history and around the…
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January 29, 2024
Uncovering and Avoiding Fatal Flaws in Evaluation, Part 2
Read MoreIn our last blog post, we talked about the first three fatal flaws of evaluation and how they can throw a wrench into the evaluation process and leave stakeholders feeling…
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January 22, 2024
Uncovering and Avoiding Fatal Flaws in Evaluation, Pt. 1
Read MoreWe all know how important it is to properly evaluate training and development. When done right, it can be the North Star for organizational growth. Unfortunately, there are fatal flaws…
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January 15, 2024
The Power of Buy-in: Why Gaining Leadership Support is About More Than Just Approval or Funding
Read MoreAre you still finding it tricky to get backing from leaders for your learning and performance initiatives? You’re not alone. It’s a common challenge, but the good news is that…
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January 8, 2024
Fusing Tradition and Innovation: A Bold Approach to Learning and Performance Evaluation
Read MoreAre you eager to dive into the captivating world of learning and performance evaluation in 2024? Kirkpatrick Partners has big plans for the new year, and we are excited to…
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New Horizons in Learning: Kirkpatrick’s 2024 Vision and Updates
Read MoreHappy New Year! We at Kirkpatrick Partners are thrilled to kick off 2024 with some exciting news! In a recent update from Vanessa Alzate, she shared some fantastic new developments…
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December 20, 2023
Essential Strategies for Protecting Your Training Investment
Read MoreAre your training programs living up to their full potential? As learning and development professionals, it’s normal for us to wonder whether we’re properly protecting our training investment. Let’s dive…
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December 12, 2023
Transforming Training Evaluation: Insights from the Kirkpatrick Model
Read MoreIn the latest episode of The Kirkpatrick Podcast, we took a deep dive into the Kirkpatrick Model to discover how it can revolutionize training evaluation in organizations. The Misunderstood Kirkpatrick…
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November 9, 2023
How to Show the Value of Just About Anything
Read More“Ever wondered what those folks in the marketing department do all day?” chuckled the operations manager at the company’s water cooler conversation. Have you ever overheard a comment like this?…
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November 2, 2023
Didn’t Start Your Program With the End in Mind? Here’s Help
Read MoreFelicia received a request to design a new leadership development program earlier in the year. She enthusiastically produced a variety of in-person and online content and rolled it out to…
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October 21, 2023
Unveiling the New Chapter of Kirkpatrick Partners: A Message from Vanessa Alzate
Read MoreVanessa Alzate here, and I’m eager to update you on the dynamic transformations unfolding at Kirkpatrick Partners. We’ve been busy behind the scenes, and I’m delighted to offer a glimpse…
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October 11, 2023
Too Much Training or Not Enough?
Read MoreWhy do learning and development (L&D) departments alternate between struggling to manage a high volume of training requests and getting cut during economic downturns? This compelling contradiction was recently discussed…
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October 5, 2023
Is Your Leadership Training on Track?
Read MoreLeadership initiatives are among the most popular training topics. When properly executed they can maximize all other initiatives and be a true force-multiplier. Unfortunately, many leadership initiatives yield only a…
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September 27, 2023
Unlocking True Value: The Missing Link in Training and Evaluation Plans
Read MoreDo you deliver training, and almost immediately go looking for results? Then you may be missing the most important element of a successful training and evaluation plan. Delivering training and…
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September 23, 2023
Turning the Tables: The Kirkpatrick® Model in Reverse
Read MoreAre you concerned your training initiatives are missing the mark? Discover how the Kirkpatrick Model can revolutionize your training approach beyond mere evaluation. Join us for an illuminating free webinar…
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September 21, 2023
10 Effective Strategies to Foster Commitment from Training Participants
Read MoreWhen it comes to training sessions, it’s crucial to ensure that participants are not only engaged but also committed to applying what they have learned. The closing of a training…
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September 14, 2023
Mastering Change: 6 Steps to Successfully Lead a Change Management Initiative
Read MoreChange. It’s a word that can strike fear in many people. Whether you’re leading a change management initiative or assisting colleagues through a workplace transition, the very idea of change…