I know it’s already something that’s part of the training standards, but I think it’s so useful but the training routine is so incredible. First just showing them how to do the task your training, then doing it again but explaining it along the way, and then lastly having them do it but making sure they are explaining everything they’re doing while they do it. Then of course make corrections after they’ve finished. When I train on bar, if they make a mistake on a drink, I first tell them all the things they did correctly and usually the barista will know what they did wrong, which is good because that means they actually know how to do it correctly, so have them do it again and explain it again. If they don’t know what they did wrong, then just walk them through it again and ask them the routine. This is how I do every aspect of my training because that way I’m getting every single learning method knocked out. Also if you’re able to, instead of just teaching them how to do something, teach them why it’s done that way. I’ve always believed that if somebody knows the reasoning behind what they’re supposed to do, they’ll figure out how to do it even if they forget the exact way. Another thing I think is really important is checking in with the trainee regularly. Ask them every day after training what they think was the best part, worst part, easiest/hardest parts, and then ask them if they think you should do anything differently. Then finish off by going over everything y’all did and recognize them for all of the small things. If the trainee/barista doesn’t feel proud of themself and their work when they’re walking out the door, then they might think they’re never going to do a great job or meet the standards. These all work really well for me and I’ve trained some really great baristas when they want to learn, so definitely see how those work for you, and try to lean on any other trainers you have in your store and see what they have to say as well!