Elevate L&D

In this episode, we’ll discuss facilitating a talent review. How do companies use talent reviews to develop future leaders? How do they harness an individual’s potential to help them grow into more advanced roles within the organization?

Our host Greg Goold talks with Ellie Elder, Director, HR Business Partner at 84.51. She will share tools and strategies for a successful talent review process, such as using a Nine-Box Grid, creating a focused agenda, developing individualized coaching strategies, and more.

In this episode, we’ll discuss continuous learning. As Learning and Development advances, L&D practitioners need to continually freshen their knowledge of the latest tools and trends, and identify personal growth areas to advance in their careers. But as busy adults, how do we prioritize our limited time, choose which learning opportunities to pursue, and hold ourselves accountable for the goals we set?

Our host Dan Link talks with Roy Nickerson, Program Manager with the US Air Force. Roy shares why it’s important for L&D professionals to be continuous learners. He also shares how to find the best learning resources, and gives tips on balancing commitments in work and personal life with the pursuit of continuous learning.

In this episode, we’ll discover how leaders can use Boundary Spanning Leadership to create direction, alignment, and commitment across divisions in their organizations. How do separate teams and functions work together to achieve common goals, break down barriers, and recognize differences as strengths?

Our host Elisha Hill talks with Dr. Donna Chrobot-Mason, co-author of the book Boundary Spanning Leadership: Six Practices for Solving Problems, Driving Innovation, and Transforming Organizations. She walks us through how to achieve the Nexus Effect by utilizing the six practices outlined in her book. She also shares success stories and implementation tips for L&D professionals.

In this episode, we explore learner engagement. How do we design training that learners will pay attention to and, more importantly, learn from? Are there factors outside training design and development that impact engagement? Is there a connection between learner engagement and employee experience?

Our host Garlene Staton talks with Lisa Rose Schell, Instructional Designer and Content Developer, and Doug Stover, Director of Organizational Development & Learning at Dayton Children’s Hospital. They will share tips for creating engaging e-learning, best practices for respecting learners’ time both in-person and online, and connecting engagement to business outcomes at your company.

Research shows that Experiential Learning makes up 70% of professional development, but often doesn't get the bulk of the budget in talent development programs. In this episode, we’ll discuss what Experiential Learning is and what it’s not, and best practices for creating experiential learning programs.

Our host Amanda Mosteller talks with Jessica Manning, Director of Learning and Development at Paycor, and Ryane Rottinghaus, Customer Experience Manager at Altafiber. They will share Experiential Learning stories and implementation strategies for companies of every size and any budget. Let’s join the conversation!

In this episode, we’ll discuss the basics of succession planning. How does a succession plan help organizations maintain continuity if an employee leaves a key role? Our host Greg Goold talks with Beth O’Keefe, Head of Regional Talent Management and Development for Munich RE, and Terri Helsel, Director of Human Resources for Multi Color Corporation. They will discuss why both large and small organizations should have succession plans in place, and how to identify, develop, and retain individuals in the succession pipeline.

In this episode, we’ll discuss recruiting and hiring the newest members of the workforce: Gen Z. What makes an employer attractive to Gen Z? What can employers be doing to engage students, build relationships, and share potential opportunities?

Our host Dan Link talks with Alex Feller, a 2022 Xavier University graduate, and Financial Analyst at Amazon. They will discuss the pressures of navigating the job market after college, how companies can make the hiring experience more positive for Gen Z recruits, and the most popular places Gen Z looks for jobs.

In this episode, we’ll uncover ways to integrate Diversity Equity & Inclusion into leadership development. What mindsets and skill sets do leaders need to adopt and practice? What are some ways to hold leaders accountable for creating an inclusive environment on their teams?

Our host Elisha Hill, Director of Leadership Development at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, talks with Dr. Jamie Dinwiddie, Leadership Development Program Manager at Charter Communications. They will discuss ways for L&D practitioners to embed DEI into leadership competency models, and create a bias for action and accountability among leaders.

In this episode, we’ll explore ways that L&D can help managers develop their employees. How does employee development affect retention? How can managers use development conversations to address bigger-picture issues like skill and talent shortage, and helping companies remain competitive?

Our host, Greg Goold, Founder and Principal Consultant at Arrow Talent Development, talks with Dan Link, Director of Talent Development at Senneca Holdings, and Scott Conklin, Senior Vice President and Head of People at NTT Data. They will discuss ways that managers can use L&D principles to build trust and empathy, and help align business objectives with employee goals.

In this episode, we’ll discuss the learning management system, or LMS. What is an LMS, and how does it help an organization track their employees’ learning and performance goals? What features should you look for if you’re considering purchasing one?

Our host Dan Link talks with Brooke Hopkins, LMS Administrator at TQL. Brooke and Dan will share advice on how to choose the right LMS for your budget, your team, and your training content.

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