Knowledge transfer meetings fail when the presenter talks for the entire time and attendees leave without having practiced or applied anything. The best enablement sessions split time between teaching and doing. This template ensures both happen.
State what attendees will be able to do after this session that they cannot do now. One specific, measurable skill or understanding.
Present the concept, process, or skill. Use examples, not abstractions. Show, do not just tell. If there are supporting materials, share them for reference after the session.
Attendees work through an exercise, scenario, or real task using what was just taught. The instructor circulates and helps. This is where learning actually happens.
Open the floor for questions that came up during practice. Address common mistakes observed. Clarify anything that was confusing.
Summarize the key skill learned. Share links to reference materials, documentation, or recordings. State where to go for help after the session.
Pre-meeting checklist
- Learning objective defined and shared in advance
- Practice exercise or scenario prepared
- Reference materials ready to share after the session
When to use 25 minutes instead
For quick knowledge shares like brown bags or tool demos where the goal is awareness rather than skill building. If attendees need to practice, use 50 minutes.