Episode 131 | Sudhir Udayakanth | Sudhir Udayakanth Training Academy | The Knowledge Entrepreneurs Show

Mar 2 2024

1 hr 03 min

Episode Description

In this conversation, Sudhir Udayakanth shares insights on managing burping etiquette, transitioning careers, acquiring soft skills, etiquette in business meetings and dining, the evolution of soft skills training, the importance of personal image and comfort, the shift to online training, and the difference between training and coaching. In this conversation, Sudhir Udayakanth shares insights and advice on becoming a trainer and finding success in the industry. He emphasizes the importance of starting with presentation skills and building confidence as a trainer. Sudhir also discusses the benefits of working with tier two and tier three companies and the challenges of finding business as a trainer. He shares his plans for reinventing himself and offers tips on outreach strategies for trainers. Sudhir concludes by discussing his ideal companies or people to work with.

Key Takeaways

Serve only what you can eat to avoid excessive burping during meals.
Soft skills training has evolved to cater to different levels of professionals, from entry-level to middle management and CXOs.
Training should focus on empowering individuals to find their own solutions rather than providing all the answers.
Soft skills training is an investment, not an expense, and should be tailored to the specific needs of the organization.
The pandemic has accelerated the shift to online training, making it more accessible and convenient.
Coaching goes deeper into understanding individual problems and empowering individuals to make their own decisions. Start with presentation skills as an easy topic for training
Build confidence by practicing and providing feedback
Focus on one signature topic to differentiate yourself as a trainer
Word-of-mouth referrals are a powerful way to find business
Work with smaller companies and prioritize culture and employee satisfaction