You have probably heard the term “A Teachable Moment” but do you know what a Teachable Moment is? It is defined as an "unplanned opportunity that arises in the classroom where a teacher has an ideal chance to offer insight to his or her students." Something to remember, a teachable moment does not have to happen in a classroom and there is no rule that it has to be a teacher that does the teaching.
Having said that, you can be the teacher or you can be the student. If you have something to share with someone then do it, share that something. Take that moment and teach something. Remember, “a teachable moment is not something that you can plan for; rather, it is a fleeting opportunity that must be sensed and seized by the teacher.” This means that they can happen at any moment so take advantage of those moments when they arise. You may ask yourself how will you know when the moment arises, the answer is you will know there will be a moment when something needs to get done and you are the only person in the room that knows how to get it done. You then feel confident that those around you are ready to learning how to do what needs to get done or are ready to learn what you are about to teach them. Then that is the moment, remember if you don't yet feel comfortable, it is OK, do it when you are ready.
Something else that is important, seizing the opportunity to have a teachable moment will go a long way towards building your credibility, authenticity, and respect. All of which will make you a leader in the eyes of the people you are teaching. They will see that you are genuinely interested in them enough to teach them something. Whether it is a tip or a trick that will shave minutes or hours on how they do their job or something that will save them money, they will value what you have given them. When you impact someone's life in a manner that impacts them for a long time and if you can save them time or money (especially money) you have shown your value as a leader to everyone you have taken the time to teach.
A giant step in becoming a leader is sharing what you know.
References used today:
http://k6educators.about.com/od/educationglossary/g/gteachmoment.htm
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