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What if the problem isn’t your content… it’s your influence?

In today’s episode, Scott, Daniel, and Sam unpack one of the biggest shifts happening in Learning and Development right now: the move from content creator to strategic influencer.

Because let’s be honest—most L&D teams are busy. Busy building decks. Busy editing videos. Busy launching courses. But busy doesn’t always mean impactful. And content alone doesn’t earn you a seat at the table.

We dive into what actually drives impact: aligning with business KPIs, building executive empathy, earning trust through quick wins, and telling a data story that leadership can’t ignore. We also explore how AI can either trap you in order-taking mode—or free you up to think strategically and lead differently.

If you’re ready to shift from being the person who “builds the training” to the partner who shapes performance and drives results, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways

1️⃣ Content doesn’t earn influence — results do.
Executives don’t measure success by how many courses you launch. They measure it by behavior change, KPI movement, and business outcomes. Tie everything you build to performance.

2️⃣ Quick wins build trust — and trust builds a seat at the table.
Influence isn’t declared, it’s earned. Deliver small, visible value aligned to leadership priorities and you’ll create momentum for bigger strategic conversations.

3️⃣ AI should free you to think, not trap you in production mode.
Use AI to save time on execution — then reinvest that time in strategy, executive empathy, and telling a compelling data story.