The Talent Development Hot Seat - The #1 podcast for L&D Professionals

Do you want to boost productivity by enhancing employee engagement through effective communication? If so, Christine has the solution. As an expert in optimizing communication workflow, she will share her proven strategy to achieve higher levels of employee engagement and performance. In this episode, you will: Discover the crucial impact of internal communication on employee engagement and busine...

In this bonus Q&A interview with Damon Lembi, he shares: His biggest accomplishment and proudest moment in his career thus far One of his biggest failures and what he learned from it One of the biggest challenges he sees in Talent Development today Trends he is following in Talent Development today The book that has made the biggest impact for him A tool he recommends to help with productivity...

Are you a leadership professional who is constantly seeking ways to cultivate continuous learning? Have you heard these myths about the Learn-it-all Leader? Myth #1: They are born with an inherent ability to learn quickly. Myth #2: They prioritize learning over taking action. Myth #3: They never make mistakes. But wait, there's more! Damon Lembi from LearnIt will share the truth about these myths...

In this bonus Q&A interview with Dr. Serena Huang, she shares: Her proudest moment in her career so far A trend that she is following in Talent Development right now How L&D can be thinking about AI right now for future learning programs Books that have made a big impact on her life One piece of career advice she has for you Dr. Serena Huang is a leading thought leader and professional key...

Are you tired of relying on traditional hiring methods and not seeing the results you want? You're not alone. In fact, many HR professionals have been told to simply hire based on degrees, but that's just not cutting it anymore. If you're ready to create a data-driven, skilled workforce strategy that will transform your organization, then this episode is for you. Say goodbye to ineffective hiring...

In this bonus Q&A interview with Zsolt Olah, he shares: His biggest accomplishment in his career so far What his biggest failure was and what he learned from it What is the biggest challenge Talent Development is facing today The trends that he is following/what he is excited about in Talent Development right now Which books/TedTalks he is loving right now His career advice for you My special...

Are you looking to optimize your Learning and Development initiatives to address learner needs and solve problems? Zsolt Olah is here to share the solution for this outcome, so you can achieve success in your L&D efforts. In this episode, you will learn how to: Master the integration of data analytics to construct impactful learning programs that deliver results. Build customized learning expe...

In this bonus Q&A interview with Angela Stopper, she shares: Her biggest career failure and what she learned from it The biggest challenge in Talent Development today A Ted Talks that made an unbelievable impression on her How to grow your career in Talent Development Angela Stopper is the Chief Learning Officer at UC Berkeley, where she leads the team responsible for campus-wide workforce edu...

Have you been told to increase employee performance through annual evaluations and yet are still struggling to get results? Discover the power of inclusive cultures and revolutionary workplace strategies to propel employees to their highest potential. From this episode, you will be able to: Embrace diverse workplace environments for heightened employee performance. Shift from traditional performan...

Matt Sigelman and Trena Minudri break down the 2023 Burning Glass Skills Compass Report. Yet, there is an unexpected twist - Matt and Trena found that no skill met all three criteria of value, endurance, and quick learning. What could this reveal about the importance of making informed choices and trade-offs? In this episode, you will be able to: Harness the power of data to pinpoint vital future...

With a curiosity for understanding why humans are inherently social creatures, I never expected to find myself leading a thriving community, uncovering the power of connection to drive success and growth - but that's exactly what I did. Now, as I continue to foster these relationships, I'm reminded of the incredible potential that comes from embracing our strengths and working together. In this ep...

In the 388th episode of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast, Andy connects with Jorge Aisa Dreyfus. Jorge is the EVP of Talent Capability and Culture at Sage. As a tactical and knowledgeable leader, he takes ownership of his role at Sage as he sees a fantastic opportunity to support their exciting transformation into a great Digital Network company.  Jorge is a talented and strong leade...

In the 387th episode of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast, Andy connects with Jorge Aisa Dreyfus. Jorge is the EVP of Talent Capability and Culture at Sage. As a tactical and knowledgeable leader, he takes ownership of his role at Sage as he sees a fantastic opportunity to support their exciting transformation into a great Digital Network company.  Jorge is a talented and strong leade...

In Episode 386 of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast, Andy Storch is joined by Don Jones from Experience It. Don is the founding president of Experience It Inc. Over the past 30 years, he has achieved a reputation as one of the foremost designers of sophisticated, story-driven behavioral management and leadership business simulations. Don is an accomplished consultant, researcher, speaker,...

In Episode 385 of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast, Andy Storch is joined by Don Jones from Experience It. Don is the founding president of Experience It Inc. Over the past 30 years, he has achieved a reputation as one of the foremost designers of sophisticated, story-driven behavioral management and leadership business simulations. Don is an accomplished consultant, researcher, speaker,...

Teddy Droseros joins Andy Storch as a guest on the 382nd episode of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast. Teddy is the founder of Grateful Peoples and he created a Gratitude Journal that is being used for a few social initiatives. Thousands of kids and schools around the country are starting their day with one of these journals and writing down something they’re grateful for every day. ...

Teddy Droseros joins Andy Storch as a guest on the 382nd episode of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast. Teddy is the founder of Grateful Peoples and he created a Gratitude Journal that is being used for a few social initiatives. Thousands of kids and schools around the country are starting their day with one of these journals and writing down something they’re grateful for every day. ...

Andy Storch welcomes Jen Collins to the 381st Episode of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast. Jen is a Learning Strategist, Consultant, Speaker, and Facilitator with a passion for Talent Development. She helps organizations and professionals upskill their teams at scale with Internal Talent Academies and helps them drive engagement by leveraging marketing principles.  With 20 years of M...

Andy Storch welcomes Jen Collins to the 380th Episode of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast. Jen is a Learning Strategist, Consultant, Speaker, and Facilitator with a passion for Talent Development. She helps organizations and professionals upskill their teams at scale with Internal Talent Academies and helps them drive engagement by leveraging marketing principles.  With 20 years of M...

Episode 379 of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast welcomes Sam Worobec to the stage. Sam has over 15 years of experience in developing talent at scale across various industries. He has a proven track record of creating robust talent pipelines. Furthermore, his expertise ranges from developing talent for world-famous brands to portfolio holding companies, covering industries such as banking,...

Did you miss the Think Tank Conference but still want to be caught up on the trends and learnings that emerged? The topics discussed ranged from building an inclusive culture to leveraging social media to build a personal brand to designing the future of learning . I recap the conference in this episode of the Talent Development Think Tank podcast! Resources: Join the Think Tank Community! Own You...

Episode 378 of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast welcomes Sam Worobec to the stage. Sam has over 15 years of experience in developing talent at scale across various industries. He has a proven track record of creating robust talent pipelines. Furthermore, his expertise ranges from developing talent for world-famous brands to portfolio holding companies, covering industries such as banking,...

This week, Andy is joined by Dr. Martha Acosta on The Talent Development Hot Seat. Martha is an internationally regarded expert in safety leadership, working with organizations such as the National Safety Council, Safety Canada, and the National Association for EHS&S Management. She is also a Senior Moderator in Harvard Business School's Corporate Learning division and has been a learning and...

This week, Andy is joined by Dr. Martha Acosta on The Talent Development Think Tank Podcast. Martha is an internationally regarded expert in safety leadership, working with organizations such as the National Safety Council, Safety Canada, and the National Association for EHS&S Management. She is also a Senior Moderator in Harvard Business School's Corporate Learning division and has been a lea...

On the 374th episode of the Talent Development Hot Seat Podcast, Andy Storch welcomes Jennifer Brown to the stage. Jennifer Brown is a globally recognized DEI thought leader, highly sought-after speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, and best-selling author.  She envisions inclusive organizations where all of us can thrive. As someone who has experienced both the advantages of privilege and the...