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Ep. 006 | Hitting the High Notes of Training w/ Rusty Shields
In this episode, host Kassy LaBorie interviews Rusty Shields, a trained opera singer and learning & development consultant. Rusty shares his unique journey from music to training, discussing how his artistic background influences his approach to facilitation and teaching. The conversation explores themes of vulnerability, connection, and the importance of artistry in professional development.
Rusty’s Performances Mentioned In This Episode:
Opera - Nessun Dorma: https://youtu.be/lMqyftAsEFY?si=NEYowkKmciwNyyyX
Musical Theatre - Bring Him Home: https://youtu.be/DIWryR8OPt8?si=nGpcYL5qrWishiel
Folk - Hallelujah: https://youtu.be/lBmmPhoKPSA?si=fuVR0GquoqJHHvvh
National Anthem: https://youtu.be/GnW9ug4FPls?si=iRqvI3wEOyAsj5rt
Rusty’s Links:
Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connectioncatalyst/
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/develefyconsulting/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DevelefyConsulting/
Website: https://develefy.com/
Kassy’s Links:
Website: https://kassylaborie.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassylaborie/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassylaborie/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Rusty Shields
04:01 The Journey from Music to Training
06:21 Transitioning to Opera and Performance
09:09 The Audition Experience and Early Success
11:37 Graduate Studies and Choral Conducting
14:08 Connecting Music and Training
16:46 Vulnerability in Artistry and Facilitation
23:16 The Power of Vulnerability in Facilitation
27:06 Transformative Connection: A New Model for Facilitation
33:42 The Spark Effect: Igniting Transformational Learning
38:09 Connecting Through Music: Techniques for Engagement
Takeaways:
Rusty uses a human-centered approach to learning.
Vulnerability is crucial in both artistry and facilitation.
Artistry can enhance the effectiveness of training.
Rusty believes in the importance of fun in learning and teaching.
learning and development, opera singer, training, facilitation, vulnerability, artistry, education, music, connection, inclusion
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By Kassy LaBorieIn this episode, host Kassy LaBorie interviews Rusty Shields, a trained opera singer and learning & development consultant. Rusty shares his unique journey from music to training, discussing how his artistic background influences his approach to facilitation and teaching. The conversation explores themes of vulnerability, connection, and the importance of artistry in professional development.
Rusty’s Performances Mentioned In This Episode:
Opera - Nessun Dorma: https://youtu.be/lMqyftAsEFY?si=NEYowkKmciwNyyyX
Musical Theatre - Bring Him Home: https://youtu.be/DIWryR8OPt8?si=nGpcYL5qrWishiel
Folk - Hallelujah: https://youtu.be/lBmmPhoKPSA?si=fuVR0GquoqJHHvvh
National Anthem: https://youtu.be/GnW9ug4FPls?si=iRqvI3wEOyAsj5rt
Rusty’s Links:
Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connectioncatalyst/
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/develefyconsulting/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DevelefyConsulting/
Website: https://develefy.com/
Kassy’s Links:
Website: https://kassylaborie.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassylaborie/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassylaborie/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Rusty Shields
04:01 The Journey from Music to Training
06:21 Transitioning to Opera and Performance
09:09 The Audition Experience and Early Success
11:37 Graduate Studies and Choral Conducting
14:08 Connecting Music and Training
16:46 Vulnerability in Artistry and Facilitation
23:16 The Power of Vulnerability in Facilitation
27:06 Transformative Connection: A New Model for Facilitation
33:42 The Spark Effect: Igniting Transformational Learning
38:09 Connecting Through Music: Techniques for Engagement
Takeaways:
Rusty uses a human-centered approach to learning.
Vulnerability is crucial in both artistry and facilitation.
Artistry can enhance the effectiveness of training.
Rusty believes in the importance of fun in learning and teaching.
learning and development, opera singer, training, facilitation, vulnerability, artistry, education, music, connection, inclusion