What does it take to be a facilitator for business writing courses?
Posted by Deborah Dumaine on Tue, Apr 13, 2010 @ 02:07 PM
"Is it hard to teach the Six Steps to Reader-Centered Business Writing in house at my company?"
I get this question a lot in our business. So many companies are struggling to deliver the best possible learning experience within a tight budget and are considering taking the program in house. A resident expert can be a valuable resource--someone who can train without extra travel costs, assist team writing projects to speed up business, and offer ongoing coaching and editorial advice.
However, developing subject matter expertise in writing can seem formidable. It doesn't have to be--success is all about the process. If writers follow our quality process, they get a consistent outcome. A well-designed train-the-trainer program eliminates the mystery.
We have found that the attributes of a great business writing facilitator consist of the following:
- a PASSION for writing
- a LOVE of grammar and editing
- a DESIRE to help people write their personal best
- a PRESENCE in the classroom that leads with warmth
- the great FACILITATION skills of a classic adult educator
- the ENERGY and EMPATHY of a great coach
- OK, so you also have to be a hawk-eyed strategic editor.
You may have the skills to deliver our programs, and we are happy to help you find out if you do. Contact us any time if you are curious to learn how you stack up. Next week, we'll be explaining in more depth how our assessment process works.