Well, that was a good start!
Hello one and all, welcome back to the Steven Talbot blog. Yesterday I had the absolute pleasure of venturing to Stafford Children’s Centre and delivering my newly revamped ‘It’s Just Banter Mate’ -Respect and Inclusion training.
I like to think that I imbue my training with something a little bit different and the section I created on Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities went down exceptionally well, all of that is of course down to my interviewee, Lawrence. I also introduced everyone to my new trans film which highlights how Jamie just wants to get on with life and embrace being authentic and at peace with himself. I have crafted a wholly new training experience, all new activities, new training films, thank you to Jamie and Lawrence for sharing their stories.
I particularly enjoyed the fact we debated, we listened and we disagreed and it was all done in a respectful and nurturing environment. Everything was up for debate and nothing was off the table. I was blown away by the learner comments, which you can see below. It’s only when organisations are open and honest and allow debate that minds and processes start to change.
Thank you Miranda and Hazel for commissioning me in the first place.
“The training was very informative. The style of delivery from the trainer was just right for such a tough subject. The way in which he weaved legislation into real stories with people from Staffordshire was exceptional.”
“Brilliant as always. Steven is knowledgeable, informative and he makes training fun. Love these sessions, more please.”
“I really enjoyed the course and how it was delivered. The trainer Steven was really funny and very informative.”
“Steven was really knowledgeable on the topic and was able to engage well with the group. It was sociable, enjoyable and interactive. I would 100% book on more training with Steven.”
“Really powerful training. Delivered brilliantly. A lot of this kind of training can be boring, this was not at all and I found the whole thing inspirational.”
“Thank you so much, as always a pleasure attending your training.”
“I loved this course and I loved Steven, how he engaged with us all. This was probably the best training I’ve ever attended. I loved his voice too! 😊”
“Thoroughly enjoyable training, thought provoking session with absolutely excellent training materials. Expertly delivered by Steven who makes each of his subjects fun and engaging. Thank you.”
“Very informative day, enjoyable and it was fascinating seeing the real people talk in your films.”
“Informative and enjoyable. I loved the fact that the gypsy, Roma, Traveller community were represented on the training by Lawrence. I loved how interactive the whole course was, the board game you created etc.”
“Informative and engaging. Did not get boring, Steven kept things moving and presented the subject in an interesting and engaging manner. This was a new area of learning for me. Excellent.”
“I loved the day. I have taken onboard lots of things I can use in both my career and my life. Thank you for being a fabulous, inspirational tutor!”
“I found the whole day from start to finish thought-provoking and fascinating. I recognised some of the situations myself and realised that I too had been there.”
“A great session and trainer. Really interactive (which made a change!), Your training really made me think. Thank you Steve.”