Summary

Jess Almlie, M.S., a learning and development consultant, discusses the importance of measurement in the L&D field. She highlights the trend of L&D professionals viewing measurement as a burden and explains why this mindset is flawed. Jess emphasizes the need for L&D to shift their thinking and approach measurement from a strategic perspective. She suggests focusing on three types of measures: activity measures, effectiveness measures, and outcome measures. Jess also talks about her podcast and newsletter, L&D Must Change, which aims to shift the L&D industry's mindset.

Takeaways

* Measurement is essential in the learning and development field to demonstrate the value and impact of L&D initiatives.

* L&D professionals should shift their mindset and view measurement as a strategic tool for making informed business decisions.

* Measurement should focus on three types of measures: activity measures, effectiveness measures, and outcome measures.

* L&D professionals should align their measurement efforts with the strategic initiatives of the business.

* Jess Almlie hosts the L&D Must Change podcast and newsletter, which aim to shift the mindset of the L&D industry.

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