Jason Ewart is a Sydney-based transformation writer and speaker who obliterated obesity & demolished debt.
Previously we took a look at the DISC assessment
This gave us a framework to help us understand how ourselves and others are “wired”, and also to assist us in improving personal & work relationships.
After all, what is the cost for not improving working and personal relationships?
Today, we consider another framework that I have experienced value with, particularly in the arena of facilitating training.
It is known as VAKOG learning styles
It stands for Visual – Auditory – Kinesthetic – Olfactory – Gustatory.
Due to being “wired” differently, people learn in a variety of ways. Sometimes it is a combination of the above.
For example, I am a Visual/Kinesthetic learner.
Whiteboards, powerpoints and video work very well for me.
Notetaking helps me engage as I view a presentation and also get “hands on” by drawing diagrams, capturing quotes and writing questions inspired by the presenter.
Some people are able to learn effectively using a “lecture theatre” model. Others flourish in an “apprenticeship” environment, working alongside the “master”, getting their hands dirty.
I was able to tap into gustatory style during a presentation on meditating for an audience of young people. Equipped with my wife’s amazing cooking, I served up meditation or “chewing over” an idea from this angle. Using other resources, I also attempted to engage other learning styles at the same event.
Clients and team members are unique. Your tribe may be united by a product or service but a presentation of features and benefits or processes and systems may need to be delivered in a variety of ways.
What is the cost to your business for not discovering relevant learning styles?
