Program Management
November 9, 2025
PhishFirewall Team

Training vs. Simulation: Why You Need Both

Is sending fake phishing emails enough? Or is classroom training better? Learn why a complete program requires both theory and practice.

We often hear the question: "If I run phishing simulations, do I still need to do training videos?" The answer is yes. They are two halves of the same coin.

Training (Theory)

  • Target: The Brain
  • Goal: Explain concepts (Malware, Reuse)
  • Method: Videos, Quizzes
  • Problem: Passive consumption

Simulation (Practice)

  • Target: The Gut Instinct
  • Goal: Apply skills (Spotting flaws)
  • Method: Fake Phishing Emails
  • Benefit: Active experience

The Winning Formula

1Watch

Watch a 2-minute video on 'CEO Fraud'.

2Test

Two days later, receive a simulated 'CEO Fraud' email.

3Connect

The brain connects the lesson to the action. Theory + Practice = Mastery.

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