Why do LIFO ® programs work?

1) Progressive Mastery

Learning activities are carefully sequenced so participants build confidence as they quickly acquire relevant skills, attitudes and insights.

2) Self Evaluation Instrumentation

Surveys, checklists, open-ended questions, and other self-evaluations enable participants to ascertain what they most need to learn.

3) A Common Language and a Conceptual Framework

Everyday language, a structured approach, and the linking of key concepts in simple patterns facilitate discussion and shorten learning time.

4) Personalised Learning

The learning tools are highly evocative. They serve as "cognitive Rorshach tests" which allow participants to learn from their own experiences rather than using abstract models, simulations, or case studies.

5) A Record of Written Responses

Participants write down their responses before discussing them. They gain a sense of ownership and clarity about their own responses and are protected from being unduly influenced by the reactions of others. This also gives them a permanent record of their own individual learning.

6) Small Group Discussions

After writing down their responses, participants break into pairs or trios for discussion. This enables them to explore their own feelings, gain feedback from others, and develop commitment to following practical action plans.

7) Our Programs Are Thoroughly Researched, Evaluated and Tested

After analysing the needs of industries and organisations, our professional staff of instructional designers and master trainers reviews the existing literature, develops programs, tests them in pilot groups, and revises them until we know they work well.

8) Our Programs Are Designed For Both Participants and Trainers

Over thirty five years of experience in trainer training, consulting with managers, and conducting training programs have given us great understanding and respect for the real-world requirements for effective training. We create programs that can be easily transferred to in-house trainers when that becomes the most practical method for facilitating learning in a wider audience or for follow-up sessions.