The 6 qualities of an ideal trainer

Training represents more than a simple transmission of information, it requires a particular method and precise pedagogy, allowing the learner to acquire the shared knowledge in an ideal way.

This set of elements differentiates an ideal trainer from a simple normal trainer, since it transforms the shared knowledge into an enriching experience.

Let's discover together the 6 qualities that define an ideal trainer:

• Quality #1: Pedagogy
• Quality #2: Kindness
• Quality #3: Energy
• Quality #4: Availability
• Quality #5: Creativity
• Quality #6: Questioning

QUALITY #1: PEDAGOGY

Represents the trainer's ability to transform complex concepts into a simple explanation, while maintaining audience engagement.

This obviously implies its ability to develop course materials in a way adapted to the specificities of its audience, taking into consideration their varied profiles, their level of understanding, as well as the forms of training, namely face-to-face or well online.

QUALITY #2: KINDNESS

Represents the ability of a trainer to understand and respond to the specific needs of each member.

It takes into consideration that a group is above all made up of individuals whose aspirations and skills can differ greatly. This constitutes a form of empathy which will lead him to take into consideration the particularities, potential and difficulties of the participants that he will have to face as part of his missions.

QUALITY #3: ENERGY

An ideal trainer must have an ability to capture the attention of his audience. Beyond the simple transmission of information, this quality requires a certain energy and communicative capacity, in order to maintain engagement, as well as to promote constructive interactions.  

This quality depends on a set of factors: the words chosen, the intonations of the voice, as well as the movements of the body. Where the trainer mobilizes not only verbal communication, but also gestures and body language.

QUALITY #4: AVAILABILITY

The availability of the trainer is not limited only during the training sessions, but also beyond. This includes follow-up after the information has been transmitted.

It is to remain accessible to learners, in order to answer their questions, as well as provide advice and support, via the different communication channels available (e.g.: emails, etc.). This subsequently promotes the creation of a bond of trust, reinforcing the effectiveness of the training.

QUALITY #5: CREATIVITY

Represents the key to engaging and memorable learning, where the trainer creates a learning experience that stimulates curiosity and the joy of learning in their audience.

The latter alternates between theory and practice, using different tools, as well as interactive methods and practical exercises, in order to give a particular rhythm to the session.

QUALITY #6: QUESTIONING

In a constantly evolving field, a good trainer never stops progressing, as well as developing his knowledge, to stay up to date with all possible changes (e.g. technological) which can make his very limited course materials obsolete.

Thus, he does not hesitate to question his methods, in order to obtain feedback, both positive and negative. In order to meet the needs and expectations of its audience.