Go Beyond Order Taking and Say Good-Bye to Training 'Scrap'

We’ve all been there: the rush of pulling together an event or training session, the excitement of delivering it, and then... silence. No follow-up, no clear connection to business outcomes, and no way to measure if the training truly made an impact. It feels like a missed opportunity.

But imagine this instead: After your training, employees are actively applying what they’ve learned. You can clearly see the connection between your program and real business results. Performance improves, and your leadership notices the tangible ROI.

That’s the difference between one-and-done events and training designed to drive measurable business success. And it’s why the 6Ds® (Six Disciplines of Breakthrough Learning) Framework was created. 

Why does this matter?
Because successful training is more than just an event. It’s a strategic process that drives business impact. It ensures your learners leave with more than knowledge—they leave with the tools and accountability to perform better. And when your training programs start producing measurable results, your team, and your business, take notice.

By mastering the 6Ds®, you’ll learn how to move beyond isolated training sessions and create complete learning experiences that deliver value before, during and long after the event.

• Define the Business Outcomes – Start with ‘why.’ Set clear business objectives that ensure your training aligns with what your organization needs most.
  
• Design the Complete Learning Experience – Think beyond the classroom. Craft learning that begins before the session and extends through practical application on the job.
  
• Deliver for Application – Use strategies that facilitate real-world application, making sure learners know exactly how to apply their new skills.
  
• Drive Learning Transfer – Provide the support, structure, and accountability learners need to take what they’ve learned and use it.
  
• Deploy Performance Support – Offer ongoing tools and resources like job aids and coaching to reinforce learning.
  
• Document Results – Measure, evaluate, and report the impact of your training so you can prove its value and continuously improve.