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In 2021 Business Trainers May Be Obsolete. Here’s Why.

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Training courses are a necessary part of whatever we do in business life. We need the knowledge that they provide if we are going to grow and remain competitive.

Training is never a bad thing. For the hospitality industry it can increase employee and customer retention as well as expand operational knowledge.

In today’s global pandemic, the traditional training course has taken a backseat to a digital one.

COVID-19 – A Big Challenge

There is no doubt that we have never seen a challenge like COVID-19 in our lifetimes before. In less than a year, this virus has swept across the globe, claimed more than two million lives, and ultimately changed the way we look at all parts of life.

Nearly every major industry has had to change their lifestyle and practices in the wake of COVID-19. For educators across all realms, it means a reduction of classroom lead training performed face to face.

Digital Courses

The answer to most business training challenges lies in a digital course. Although, it may be non-traditional, particularly for the customer facing spa sector, it is undoubtedly the best way to bring a team up to speed. With a digital course, you can easily access high-quality training and resources without having to leave your home or workplace. This makes it a superior option for anyone who is trying to learn a new skill.

However, the providers benefit too. Because the physical and mental wear and tear that comes from traveling has been eliminated, we can give you access to these courses for a reduced price. You can get the knowledge you need at a more budget friendly cost.

Overall, while COVID-19 is a deadly pandemic, it may have presented a prime opportunity for an easier, smoother, and less stressful way of delivering training. Only time will tell as to how many businesses completely digitalize. But, at the rate society is changing, it might take less time than you might think. Here is an example of a training course that spas are using.  https://moontideconsulting.com/express-retail-training/

 

Linda Harding-Bond
Linda Harding-Bond is shifting the paradigm on spa retail training. Her Express Online Retail Training Course is exactly what's needed for post-COVID-19 spa re-openings. Designed to bring your therapists' retail skills up to speed, it will quickly position retail as a robust alternate revenue stream. Linda has provided training for many world-class organizations including The Oberoi Group, St. Regis Hotel, Anantara Hotels & Resorts, Shangri-La Hotels, The Resort at Pedregal, GoldenEye Resort and Spa and Six Senses Resorts. She is author of "Listen, Engage, Sell!: The Foolproof Method for Increasing Spa Sales in 7 Days or Less" and "The New Esthy Handbook: an Essential Guide for Novice or Nervous Estheticians". Connect with her at Linda@Moontideconsulting.com .
Linda Harding-Bond

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