I grew up in a generation that modernized the Internet, termed “Google it” and “IM me”, and advanced from rotary phones and dial-up to smart phones and high speed internet. As technology changes, we need to adapt our communication styles and educate individuals on new technologies, processes, and strategies—this is where I found I can use my skills to help others.As our modes of communication increase, our barriers for effective communication increase as well. People struggle to sift through the mass of information and deliver a quality message. I break down the communication barriers and express the key message in a way that people can understand. We are constantly flooded with information overload, so it’s important to draw in your audience and use accessible language that captures their attention.As a writer, I undertake projects that require collaboration, research, and project management skills. Before I can educate individuals or create training materials, I have to fully understand the learning objectives and content. Gaining knowledge about a topic requires interviewing subject matter experts in order to become an expert myself. I focus on:• Instructional Design: I specialize in creating learning experiences by identifying gaps, defining objectives, finalizing content, and measuring outcomes.• Training: I provide learning solutions for eLearning, instructor led training, and blended learning to establish the best learning environment for the desired results.• Editing: I edit raw material to ensure it is accurate, easy to understand, and applicable for the intended audience and purpose. I have recently found myself drawn to volunteer opportunities working with individuals to create cover letters, write résumés, and prepare for interviews. When I struggle with writer’s block, I throw on my running shoes and hit the pavement. I can easily find myself in a 5k or 15k race. Specialties include: instructional design | team development | collaboration
Listed skills include Editing, E Learning, Instructional Design, Training, and 14 others.