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Reinventing the wheel: Are you wasting resources building training solutions that already exist?



In training, "Reinventing the wheel" refers to the act of copying, duplicating or recreating something that already exists, usually without major enhancements or alterations. It's the same as painstakingly creating a new wheel when functioning wheels are readily available.


Many expert trainers, educators, and content providers have created a host of helpful training programs, resources, and tools that have been tried, tested, and proven to be effective.


"Reinventing the wheel" occurs when you decide to create a new training program or resource from scratch, unaware that similar or even superior solutions already exist. Instead of building upon the existing foundation, you spend time and effort recreating something that's already available, thus wasting valuable resources that could be better utilized for innovation, personalization, or addressing unique needs. Let me share three instances of how "Reinventing the wheel" affects businesses.


First, while I was working with an ecommerce giant, a bunch of recently inducted operations leaders proposed a skill development program for their team managers. They had already worked for two months on the plan and needed me to create content for the program. In the first meeting, I realized that a similar program exists in the host of leadership development programs the company offers. The modules in the program needed a little customization and they would be ready to be used for the program the leaders had envisioned. Had they contacted the right experts at the beginning, they would have saved time and launched the program already.


Second, the leaders of an educational institute wanted a handbook for their students to help them prepare for the placement interviews. Their professors spent weeks preparing it. When it came to me for proofreading, I realized that there are hundreds of videos available on YouTube that offer the same content and are far more engaging than the printed material. All they needed was a playlist of some good videos followed by a couple of mock interviews to instill confidence in the students. However, they had already wasted their time and resources.


Third, a company asked its training team to develop a skill development program for its employees. The modules were ready after a month, but the leaders didn't like it. As a result, they roped in content developers and instructional designers. Finally, the program was ready after 3 months, but they had little time to conduct it. Ideally, the company should have considered an external vendor with expertise in delivering similar training, which would have saved them both time and money. Moreover, it would have also found the latest program in the market.


What all these instances clearly state is that it's vital to consider harnessing the wealth of existing information before you think of new solutions. Rope in the right experts to save your resources and enable the use of proven strategies, best practices, and evidence-based approaches. Focus on enhancing and building upon what's already available to achieve greater effectiveness and impact in your training endeavors.

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mangesh more
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Laxman Bansode
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kishor kandgule
Trainopaedia not only helped me improve my English but also build my confidence to communicate with people. They also helped to enhance my knowledge and Communication Skills that will help me perform well in the corporate world...
4.9
70 Reviews
Swagat Jangale
It's Awesome..It way beyond of my expectations..Keep it up 👍👍All the best for your future....
Prashant Patil
It was wonderful days for me, when I was with Trainopaedia. In those days I got to learn a lot from Sawan sir and Ajay Sir. They both helped me so much to improve communication skills and knowledge of Excel & also they gave me the confidence to speak English and face to interview.Thanks sir....
sahil galatage
The training helped me to boost my confidence.All the important aspects to improve Interview and communication skills are covered smartly by the team.It's a friendly atmosphere learning which makes grasping easy.Teams apporch towards learner is at the best.
DHIRAJ PATIL
It’s great time to be with Trainopaedia. Gives lots of opportunity to learn to build up the confidence, helped me to improve the communication skills and made me a better person.I Get some valuable experience and learningThank you.
Sweety Balpande
This training is very helpful to us. Trainopaedia provided a great platform to improve my skills. Sawan and Ajay sir is a very friendly trainer. He improved my knowledge and confidance about how to face intetviews and gave me confidence to crack the same. And also the knowledge of excel.Thank you so much!
GAURI SATPUTE
At Trainopaedia, you can learn English fast and also have fun. I highly recommend Trainopaedia if you are looking to improve your speaking skills and various other skills too.Trainopaedia is the best place.
Amol Wadkar
It's very helpful to us . Trainopaedia has improved not only my skills they improve my confidence how face interview without any fear . Swan sir is personly boost my hopes about english speaking they improve my Pronunciation skills . I now condion i am not afraid to talk in english
Badhekar Akshada
Trainopaedia provided a great platform to improve my skills. Sawan sir is a very friendly trainer. He improved my knowledge about how to face intetviews and gave me confidence to crack the same. The tips shared in the interview skills training have been very helpful. Thank you so much!
anubhav johnson
I personally know the trainer @sawan. We used to work in a reputed company couple of years ago. I have personally experienced Sawan's dedication and his service towards training community.Trainopaedia content approach is very simple. It works for those who hail from an underprivileged education system (rural villages, government schools and colleges)Training and services provided here is very reasonable and Trainopaedia team has interesting finance options. (easy EMI and low admission fees)I am eagerly waiting for more content and training materials from Trainopaedia @Sawan Durgesh
ritu punamiya
It was an excellent experience learning with Trainopaedia coz I actually enjoyed every session.It was informative, with techniques for everyday interaction from workplace to daily social interactions.It really helped me enhance my skills and boosted my confidence.I’m really thankful to Sawan for providing customized training and helping me with Neutralizing my Accent, Enhancing vocabulary, English Fluency & Practical and appropriate usage of Grammar.Last but not the least it was really instructive and informative short online course.
Dipak Chavan
Sawan sir taught us what we exactly need and how to prepare to achieve success in career ....... Thank you so much sir
shubham kolekar
"The course was presented in an enthusiastic way. The content can be related not only to speech therapy but also to events and situations in daily life. Leaves you with a real feel-good factor. I would highly recommend it."
Meenal Bodatkar
Im extremely happy with the training and experience I had with trainopaedia. It helped me alot to enhance my skills. I would really suggest this to people who are willing to develop their personality and improve their communication skill. 👍☺
mangesh more
This is a great course. I really learned a lot of things. And the instructions and teaching methods are easy to follow.
Laxman Bansode
Trainopaedia is the one of the best platform for learning fluent english and developing communication skill...and sawan sir is the best teacher in my whole education life
sagar zungal
Excellent
kishor kandgule
Trainopaedia not only helped me improve my English but also build my confidence to communicate with people. They also helped to enhance my knowledge and Communication Skills that will help me perform well in the corporate world...