The strategy outlined focuses on creating a 13-second video training segment using a song by Ahmed Saad. The first aspect involves selecting an impactful song fragment that aligns with training content. This requires thorough listening and careful selection of a lyrically meaningful or instrumentally striking segment. It's crucial to check licensing agreements and ensure audio quality. Input from stakeholders aids in validating the choice and integrating the segment seamlessly into the training flow.
Integrating the song segment into training involves creating a narrative connection to the objectives. Visuals complementing the audio should be designed, ensuring synchronization. User feedback helps refine the integration, maintaining smooth audio transitions and incorporating engagement prompts to reinforce learning. Copyright compliance is essential at this stage.
The final strategy is engaging the audience with the segment. Prior to playing it, an introduction sets the context, and post-segment reflection facilitates interpretation and connection to training goals. Interactive activities are developed to deepen engagement, while feedback is used to refine strategies. The segment is positioned within a broader learning sequence, helping consolidate key takeaways.
The strategies
⛳️ Strategy 1: Select the song segment
- Listen to the full Ahmed Saad song to determine the most impactful 13-second section
- Ensure the selected segment aligns with the training content or message you wish to convey
- Consider parts with lyrical meaning or instrumental impact that can enhance training objectives
- Check the EULA (End User License Agreement) for permission on usage of the song segment
- Mark the time stamps of the selected section precisely
- Test the selected segment for audio clarity
- Verify that the segment volume levels are balanced for the training environment
- Seek input from colleagues or stakeholders to validate the segment choice
- Prepare a justification for the segment selection to present to decision-makers
- Ensure the segment fits into the overall training timeline and flow
⛳️ Strategy 2: Integrate the segment into training
- Craft a narrative that connects the song segment to the training objective
- Design visuals or slides that will accompany the song segment in the video
- Ensure the video format is compatible with the training delivery platform
- Synchronise timing between the visuals and the song segment
- Conduct user testing to gather feedback on the integration effectiveness
- Iterate on visuals or content based on user feedback
- Adjust audio levels so the segment transitions smoothly in and out
- Insert engagement prompts during/after the segment to reinforce learning
- Edit for smooth transitions in and out of the music segment
- Ensure the final product abides by copyright regulations
⛳️ Strategy 3: Engage the audience with the segment
- Create a brief introduction before the segment to set the context
- Designate time for audience reflection or discussion post-segment
- Develop interactive activities aligned with the segment's themes
- Use questions or scenarios to encourage audience interpretation of the segment
- Provide prompts or guides on how the segment relates to training goals
- Utilise audience feedback to refine engagement strategies
- Incorporate the segment as part of a larger learning sequence
- Align post-segment content with the mood and themes introduced
- Encourage sharing of personal insights or experiences during engagement activities
- Summarise key takeaways after the segment to reinforce learning
Bringing accountability to your strategy
It's one thing to have a plan, it's another to stick to it. We hope that the examples above will help you get started with your own strategy, but we also know that it's easy to get lost in the day-to-day effort.
That's why we built Tability: to help you track your progress, keep your team aligned, and make sure you're always moving in the right direction.
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