325: How to Manager your Trainers

When you have a trainer on staff there are specific responsibilities you have as a leader that will determine their success and how happy you are with their performance. Often we can set someone in a position and let them loose with little to no guidance. Of course this is a recipe for disaster and today we are going to be talking about how to provide structure for trainers hat you lead and also we will be talking to trainers about proper focus and mindsets going into the role. When bosses come along side trainers and give structure, guidance, and leadership everyone has a better chance for satisfying work.  We cover: Job descriptions Admin time Focus on basics Commissioning and following through on projects Due dates and clarity Getting lost in esoteric coffee knowledge Related episodes: 248 : The 5 Elements of Resourcing your Team 261 : The Basics of Managing Managers 313 : Coffee Education and Training w/ Michael Phillips of Blue Bottle Coffee 025 : Mastering the Art of Training w/ Dave Stachowiak : Coaching, Leadership, education , and how to communicate your coffee and barista knowledge so it sticks   Visit our amazing Sponsors! www.prima-coffee.com/keys www.pacficfoodservice.com www.coffeefest.com