Training Formula: The Feynman Technique
Learning something new is easy. But truly understanding and applying it?
That’s where most people struggle. The Feynman Technique helps break down complex concepts into simple, digestible ideas. It’s based on one principle: If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.
This technique forces you to simplify, teach, identify gaps, and refine, making learning faster, deeper, and more practical.
Example: Leadership Training on Delegation
Many managers struggle with delegation. They either micromanage or hesitate to assign tasks, fearing the work won’t be done properly. Let’s apply the Feynman Technique to master the art of delegation.
1. Learn It Simply:
Delegation is assigning tasks to others while ensuring they have the resources and authority to complete them.
It helps leaders focus on strategic work while empowering their team.
2. Teach It to a 5-Year-Old:
"Imagine you’re building a sandcastle with friends. You could do everything yourself, but it’s faster if one person gathers sand, another brings water, and someone else shapes the towers. Everyone has a role, and the castle gets built quicker and better."
3. Identify Gaps & Relearn:
Do you know how to decide what to delegate? How to communicate expectations? What if someone struggles with the task?
Go back and study different delegation styles, communication techniques, and follow-up strategies.
4. Simplify Again:
"A great leader doesn’t just offload tasks—they match the right task to the right person, set clear expectations, and provide support when needed."
Why This Works:
Managers grasp delegation as a structured process, not just a random task assignment.
They learn to explain it simply, making it easier to implement.
By refining their explanation, they gain clarity and confidence in applying it.
Next time you’re struggling to grasp or teach a concept, break it down and simplify it—because true mastery comes from making things easy to understand!
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