Episode 6 of the Empowerment Minutes podcast is all about new instructional designers and those who are transitioning into instructional design. I often get the question 'what are your favorite tools an ID newbie can use?' . In this weeks podcast, I answer the question. I talk about favorite tools and tool tips for new instructional designers and those transitioning into our field.

In this episode L&D Coach and Consultant , Lei Comerford and I talk about embracing diversity of thought and the multiple benefits of cognitive diversity within L&D teams. Lei also shares tips for those who are thinking of going solo, becoming an L&D entrepreneur. Lei drops an exciting quote at the end 'A true leader is someone who steps up to empower others.' you can find Lei on Linkedin or https://www.leicomerford.com.

In this episode, Amber Walters, L&D Manager, Leader at HIIT University talks about how L& D leaders can save a seat at the table while adding value to the organization. Amber sums up the episode with a powerful quote 'If you are an L&D leader and you have a seat at the table, you BELONG there.'

Are you confused by ID processes and titles? Some IDs find ID processes and titles ambiguous. In this episode Rachel Afolabi talks about these ambiguities and how to make them less ambiguous.

Welcome to this first episode of the empowerment minutes podcast. In this first episode we talk about Maurine's journey in L&D, the goal of the podcast and what to expect in the upcoming episodes .

In this episode of Empowerment Minutes, Dr. Luke Hobson talks about his incredible journey to becoming an Instructional Designer. He shares how he made it as a self-taught ISD. He also shares wonderful tips on how to work with SMEs.