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Chad and Amy discuss how learning leaders can foster solutions-oriented conversations when stakeholders request training, to fully analyze performance needs and explore a variety of learning solutions. They explore key questions to uncover the true skills gaps, a visual model for mapping potential solutions, and partnership strategies to guide stakeholders while still saying “no” to formal trainin...

In this episode, eLearning developer Nancy Doran shares her journey toward discovering her professional purpose within the learning and development landscape. Nancy offers insights on quantifying work tasks that energize you versus drain you, strategically upskilling into new roles and the importance of self-compassion on the long path of career discovery. Connect with Nancy on LinkedIn (https://w...

In this episode, Sarah Nell Reynolds shares her experience of building training teams across various industries from public transit to insurance and even to healthcare. Whether you're a mature training team or starting from scratch, Sarah Nell shares key lessons learned on structuring, resourcing, and scaling training capabilities. Connect with Sarah Nell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com...

In this episode, Erin Clarke shares her expertise in identifying and partnering with key stakeholders. She provides valuable insights on defining stakeholders, navigating internal vs. external stakeholders, building trust, avoiding common pitfalls, and repairing partnerships when things go sideways. Connect with Erin on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/erineclarke/) or by email (erin@enduranc...

Kameko Leung talks about how leadership development has evolved over the last several decades and what makes a great leader today. She truly understands the landscape of people leaders and the skills required to be successful in the role. Connect with Kameko (and her business Bloom Mindset Consulting) on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamekoleung. Resources Shared: Leading Without Authorit...

Russell Sweep talks about managing an L&D team for the first time and the role of upskilling the team; especially when they haven't had formal L&D training in their career. Connect with Russell on LinkedIn here . Be sure to listen to his podcast, The L&D Hot Seat too! You can also access his GLDC Project Club here . All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represen...

Doug Cochrane joins us to talk about AI in Design through the lens of an Instructional Designer. Reach out to Doug at his email address here: dougcochrane@gmail.com . You can find him on LinkedIn here . Be sure to check out his podcast, MindGap, here . Below are some of the AI resources for design that Doug calls out in this episode: Auto Pod Photoshop Beta Chat GPT All views expressed in this epi...

Adriane Jones shares her experience of starting her own L&D consulting business called Adriane E. Jones . She has two exciting communities that she's built called the Learning Leaders Network and Learntrepreneurs . Her new community, Learntrpreneurs, begins on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. You won't want to miss this opportunity if you own an L&D business! We also talk about the inc...

On this episode, Kate shares some tips and tricks on building successful cross-functional partnerships. She has a wealth of experience in L&D and brings many perspectives to the conversation. Connect with Kate here on LinkedIn. Explore some of the resources that Kate shared in today's episode: Cathy Moore's Partner from the Start toolkit Cathy Moore's Scenario Design toolkit All vi...

Michelle Mosher sits down to share her experience of transitioning from an individual contributor in L&D to a people manager in L&D. She also shares some of the joys and challenges of leading L&D professionals. You can connect with Michelle here on LinkedIn! Check out some of the resources that Michelle shared in this episode: Designing for Modern Thinking by Crystal Kadakia & Lisa...

Join Leslie Early and me as we talk about career disruptions. What does this term mean? Why is it important? And how can we navigate career disruptions? Amy even shares some of her personal experiences with career disruptions. If you'd like to learn more or work with Amy, be sure to check out www.apcareerstrategist.com . If you'd like to connect with Leslie on LinkedIn, you can find her he...

We wrap up season one in this episode and look ahead to season two! If you know someone that would be an incredible guest on the show, I want to know! Click here to recommend them! All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Juliana Stancampiano shares what she's been learning about Radical Learning Design! Connect with Juliana on LinkedIn or on Twitter ! Explore some of the resources Juliana called out in this episode: Oxygen - her business! Radical Outcomes - her book! Radical Perspectives - her podcast! All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with wh...

Jacob Broadhead shares what he's been learning about SME Management. Connect with Jacob on LinkedIn ! All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Kristin Torrence shares what she's been learning about Learning Engineering. Connect with Kristin on LinkedIn , Twitter , or TikTok . Resources referenced in this episode include: IEEE Icicle Organization Icicle Conference on Learning Engineering (July 26-28, 2022) All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am n...

Brittany Blalock shares what she's been learning about mentorship. Connect with Brittany on LinkedIn . All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Rance Greene shares what he's been learning about storytelling. Connect with Rance on LinkedIn . You can also check out his workshops here or his website (needastory.com) here . All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Sarah Filman shares what she's been learning about play and facilitation. Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn . You can also check out her events on the Playful Perspectives website ! All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Cheryl Oberlin shares what she's been learning about finding her niche in L&D. Connect with Cheryl on LinkedIn ! To learn about the group, Teaching: a Path to L&D, referenced in this episode click here . All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-p...

Kate Udalova shares what she's been learning about microlearning. Connect with Kate on LinkedIn ! You can also check out 7 taps here . All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Eric Girard shares what he's been learning about Project Management. Connect with Eric on LinkedIn or send him an email at: eric@girardtrainingsolutions.com . You can check out his Project Management ATD event on February 9, 2022, here ! All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. M...

Bethany Kline shares what she's been learning about LMS adoption. Connect with Bethany on LinkedIn! Resources mentioned in the episode: Selecting and Implementing an LMS findanlms.com The Knowledge Project podcast All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple...

Erin Chancellor shares what she's been learning about branding in L&D. Connect with Erin on LinkedIn or Twitter . Resources mentioned in the episode: Brand Archetype Quiz Brand Archetypes   All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.

Azure Kraxberger-Unger shares what she's been learning about ATD (the Association for Talent Development). Connect with Azure on LinkedIn . Here are some of the ATD certifications that she calls out in the episode: General Training Certificate Adult Learning Certificate Instructional Design Certificate Virtual Instructional Design Certificate eLearning Instructional Design Certificate Storyline Ce...

Sara Johnston shares what she's been learning about Virtual Reality (VR) in the L&D space. Connect with Sara on LinkedIn and be sure to check out Motiv.io here . All views expressed in this episode are my own and do not represent the opinions of any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.