Blog for Better Soft Skills – Faculty of Skills | Francine Smink

Learning from feedback with formative testing

Most people who receive education don’t know any better: you get lessons, then you get a test that will be graded. If at the end you meet the standard, you pass. After this, the testing often starts...

Unarmed conversation: the art of nonviolent communication

We all do it every day: connecting. We are all busy with connecting and we are proud of it. But in daily practice, both in the working environment and at home, we are unwittingly more dividing than...

Reflection is progress

We look back on the year that is behind us. It’s good to reflect on the things that have happened. The same goes for training as well!

Why video is perfect for learning and training

We know from practice that videos work great in education. Research confirms that video combines really well with learning. Why is video learning so effective?

Why networking drinks don’t have to give you the flu

There are still many people who don't like ‘networking’. It’s good to know that, with the right mindset and skills, no one needs to get annoyed or afraid.

Why you should never call a high potential a high potential

Most companies are looking for talent, which makes sense. There is a downside to this focus however.

3 ways in which your intercultural communication could go wrong

The role of intercultural communication in today's global economy is not to be underestimated. Is your organisation fully prepared?

Why excellent service means working with people

Even though the government is investing in expansion of digital services, ‘excellent service’ remains, in fact, working with people.

Securement, significance and a sustained effect

Did you know that you, as manager or as training official, can add to the sustained effect significantly? A blog on meaningful instruction and the securing of trainings.