Author Archives: shaun

About shaun

Shaun is an experienced international performance coach, recognising that different cultures often respond differently to different approaches.

Designing Training

              There are loads of training books out there.  Many are very wordy, some make a real meal out of explaining something and a few are far too wordy and plain boring.  Most, however, concentrate on training content, delivery and … Continue reading

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Basic of Management – Interpersonal Skills

Hey, I’m back.  I’ve finally found the time to blog some more.  I’ve been working hard on a new project lately and although it’s turning out fantastic, I’ve been too tired to get my brain in gear after training hard … Continue reading

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Your Feedback

I just wanted to drop you all a line to say a heart felt thanks for the many very positive comments you’ve made about my blogs recently. (I’m not sure whether I need cheap Viagra though! LoL) It’s nice to … Continue reading

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Basics of Management – Time Management

So, you’ve just been promoted and you’re full of energy, enthusiasm, beans and some other stuff (I’m sure it’s all good)… but beware, as you’ve probably guessed by now, management is not as easy as it looks is it? There … Continue reading

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Guiding Managers in Training Needs Analysis (TNA)

This post is designed principally for managers, but, of course, L&D professionals are always welcome to my site. I’ve worked in an organisation that existed with an extremely small and limited L&D function.  Limited in the skills required to cause … Continue reading

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Tips for L&D Professionals-Training Plans + SWOT Template

As you know, I’m a professional trainer and passionate about learning.  I’m always keen to impart some of my 20+ year’s experience (that’s part of the reason shaunmaloney.com exists…the other reason is the mortgage, of course).  What I thought I’d … Continue reading

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Influence – Manage upward

Do you consider yourself motivated, hard working, technically competent and in with all the right people?  Well…that’s good news.  The bad news, however, is… it’s not enough. You must also be influential if you want to succeed. Why do so … Continue reading

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