Aishwarya Wagle
Learning by the People, for the People
Forget sterile training decks and endless onboarding videos. Today’s learners crave authenticity, relevance, and speed. That’s why peer-generated tutorials—bite-sized videos, screen shares, or walkthroughs created by colleagues—are gaining serious traction in the workplace. Employees aren’t just learning from experts anymore; they’re learning from each other.
Why Peer Content Hits Different
Employee-made tutorials resonate because they come from real experience. They speak the same language, skip the fluff, and get straight to the point. Whether it’s how to file expense reports or debug a code issue, learners trust their peers to know the context—and the shortcuts.
Tools Make It Possible
Thanks to platforms like Loom, Microsoft Stream, and even Slack-integrated video tools, creating tutorials has never been easier. Employees can now share their knowledge as they go—no fancy equipment or editing required. This “capture and share” style is fast, raw, and surprisingly effective.
Builds a Culture of Learning
Encouraging peer tutorials doesn’t just spread knowledge—it creates a culture of contribution. People feel valued for what they know, not just what they do. It flattens hierarchies, boosts collaboration, and turns every employee into a mini educator. L&D becomes less about consumption and more about co-creation.
Fewer Bottlenecks, More Agility
Traditional training teams can’t keep up with the pace of operational change. Peer tutorials fill that gap quickly—documenting processes, fixes, and hacks in real-time. Instead of waiting weeks for a polished course, teams can access relevant content immediately, created by someone who just solved the same problem.
But What About Quality Control?
Of course, not every peer tutorial will be perfect. That’s where light-touch curation from L&D comes in. The goal isn’t to sanitize or formalize every piece—it’s to support a healthy mix of structure and spontaneity. Think YouTube meets your company wiki.
Conclusion: It’s Time to Rethink “Trainer”
Peer-generated tutorials in corporate L&D aren’t a trend—they’re a mindset shift. They prove that learning doesn’t always need a formal classroom or a corporate seal of approval. Sometimes, the best teacher is the person sitting right next to you (or on the other end of a Zoom call).
