Performance Matters Podcast

“In virtual reality, you are immersed in a completely constructed world. With augmented reality or mixed reality, you can see the real world around you, enhanced by digital objects overlaid in your field of view. This technology can be very helpful for just-in-time learning, accessing real-time information, and practicing in a real environment.” This is an exciting time for immersive t...

#custom-quote-block_99534a3c9933a6f5e1fbbb602a7f30ae { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } The six thinking hats approach allows you to put on and take off a hat to reference a different mode of thinking that needs to occur. Julyan Lee #custom-quote-block_c5e1b561150425f3828280bec798de3b { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } The word silos also comes to mind when people are working...

#custom-quote-block_fbb4d7888d709712299d647a451e848b { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } Technical documentation is a continuous improvement project. This is not a one-time deal. Stephen Harnden In this episode, we’re diving into the world of technical documentation—a topic that, while best known in the industrial sector, can have a huge impact in learning and development across all indu...

#custom-quote-block_232e226fef20a7a3926ff9a863859db1 { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } The conversations have evolved from what can I do with generative AI to what should I do in order to deliver genuine value for users? Michael Thiel #custom-quote-block_fe89ca01e04063a0dedb8384e1245ccb { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } Intelligence is knowing that a tomato is a fruit. Wisd...

#custom-quote-block_7ca897734ccd00a7454839ce1a5eb74b { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } Most companies today are data rich… The question is, does the learning function have the ability to tap into that and leverage it? #custom-quote-block_534e3c234b6fa0202c3cd97c9b3375dd { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } Measurement is used to both prove the efficacy and the impact of the in...

#custom-quote-block_352441dd04d615dcffe8a38ccb1a7893 { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } AI is forcing us to rethink what it means to be a leader. #custom-quote-block_823863558054ead266bb9368d40236a4 { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } There’s a growing disparity between how leaders and employees feel about AI. Authenticity and AI can coexist, but it requires intentional...

#custom-quote-block_f0703a85c75ced75ad62b85974c8be2e { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } Coaching is for everybody who has reached a point where they know they need to change. And for whatever reason, it’s not sticking, they’ve tried things, and it’s not sticking. Kim Bendzak Traditionally, coaching was used for senior executives, but now it is available for all levels...

#custom-quote-block_32fadd4717b9ca6fdbe534b0481b923d { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } In terms of structuring a prompt, there are many different models out there that suggest what’s an optimal structure for a prompt in order to get better output. So we have looked at many of these models, and we have identified three key parts. How can you get more out of AI for learning and dev...

#custom-quote-block_7f6d24a48511cffe29e0f9559028c765 { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } Transformative leaders are self-reflective, have high emotional intelligence, and possess a strong set of personal values. They view their team members as partners and create an environment where psychological safety is encouraged. Patrich Calhoun There are many leadership styles but what does it mea...

In this podcast we explore how organizational design impacts performance. Chris Davis and Dr. Cheryl Jackson, experts from GP Strategies, discuss why organizational design is crucial in today’s disruptive business world. They liken it to a golf swing, where small adjustments can lead to significant improvements. Cheryl emphasizes the need to align various elements, not just structure, to ach...

Although there has been progress in equality for the LGBTQ+ community, the data shows that it isn’t translating to an inclusive society or working environment. Alasdair Scott joins the podcast to explore the question, “What do organizations stand for and how effectively are they achieving LGBTQ+ inclusion, if at all?” For those that do value inclusion, Alasdair outlines six key a...

#custom-quote-block_82787a6d7b8b520243ebeec93a206722 { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } Change networks are not built in a day. So many times we get excited and we say great, we want to train up 125 people. And we wonder why the business is like what are you doing or we don’t have the time and the resources for that. Start slow, get that pull from the business and begin upscaling...

Mid-level leaders face unique challenges, including managing teams, balancing organizational needs with staff needs, and navigating a hybrid work environment. These leaders are often overlooked in terms of development opportunities. Listen to the episode as Cara Halter and Joan Dasher discuss how leadership development should be personalized and provide opportunities for self-reflection and peer l...

Matt Donovan and Jeff Fissel discuss AI in learning and development, from how it can go beyond basic tasks to contributing to more strategic goals. Listen and learn how: AI can help solve problems beyond just cost and time reduction. AI can personalize learning experiences. AI integration should be thoughtful. AI assistants can be helpful tools. Humans remain essential in the AI equation. The post...

Research indicates that employees seek a work environment where they can express their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. In this episode of the Performance Matters podcast, host Michael Thiel engages in a conversation with Alasdair Scott offering insights into implementing a DEI strategy that positively impacts your organization’s bottom line while authentically fostering inclu...

Learners these days are often operating in silos, which limits the effectiveness of employee training . In order to be more effective, organizations must create opportunities for collaboration and respond to the needs of the modern learner. So, what are the challenges of eLearning , and how can we overcome them to create customized and effective eLearning experiences? In this podcast, Michael Thie...

#custom-quote-block_7702b9a119878b1c4da5ef8fb2ac385d { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } When things go wrong, they blame training. When things go well, training still rarely gets any credit. Dr. Bonnie Beresford Companies can spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on training, but often are not sure how to measure its impact. Listen to Dr. Bonnie Beresford share how she cracked the code...

Join Michael Thiel as he reflects on a year filled with amazing conversations on innovation and best practices in business. Listen to highlights from select conversations on artificial intelligence (AI), from voice synthesized AI personalities discussing what AI means to how it will impact the human roles in business. Learn how the power of storytelling can create authenticity in connection in a w...

Organizational change management (OCM) plays a pivotal role in tech transformations. Successful adoption goes beyond technology installation, necessitating a robust OCM strategy. In this episode, Ellen Kumar shares valuable insights on how change leaders can advocate for early OCM involvement, explores the quantifiable outcomes tied directly to change management, and outlines the transformative po...

With government employees 15% less engaged compared to “best-in-class” organizations, it’s time to put the public sector in the spotlight. What trends are we seeing in the industry? How do government structures differ from other corporate environments? What do their employees need today and in the future? Join GP’s Annie McManus , Caitlyn Strunk , and County of San Mateo’s...

Over the last few years we’ve seen a dramatic shift in the way our clients are using gamification with real intention. Not a gimmick or just something different to grab attention, but with a specific behavioural goal in mind for a specific audience. What does this mean for the kinds of games and gamified learning we’re making, and what benefits has this created for our clients and learners? In thi...

The possibilities for artificial intelligence tools are almost limitless, and the learning and development industry is abuzz with this excitement. Listen and discover which AI tools are leading the charge right now . The post Episode #123 | Emerging AI Trends in L&D appeared first on GP Strategies .

Listen to Jeff Fissel from LTG and Matt Donovan from GP discuss where humans fit into an AI future. In this episode, they explore how organizations are using AI and what boundaries are emerging, AI assistants, AI fails and cautionary tales, and the human roles and responsibilities of a world full of AI assistants. The post Episode #122 | The Human Roles and Skills of an AI Future appeared first on...

#custom-quote-block_b211f3c4665ab1eb72cf910a5e701bf3 { /* Add styles that use ACF values here */ } Any potential issue is a training issue. Everyone wants something included and as a result, learning teams end up with a bunch of information, often ending up with an over-engineered training solution. Scott Barber We are in the age of velocity of information. Overwhelming people with data is a chall...

AI itself isn’t new. At first, only the data science compartments of an organization were researching and working with AI. But with the emergence of generative AI, every company will be impacted and every role will too, from customer support, sales and marketing, to engineering, learning, and more. Companies need to decide how they will approach AI. The first step is to ramp up employees&#82...