Rogue L+D Hotshots with Tom Bailey

From VHS to Digital: How BBC Transformed Their Learning Strategy with Dr. Nigel Paine

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Traditional L&D is dying, and that might be the best news for your organisation.


Discover how breaking free from traditional L&D thinking can transform your organisation's learning culture. This episode dives deep into real-world examples of digital transformation, human-centered leadership, and the courage to challenge conventional wisdom in corporate learning. You'll learn practical strategies for making L&D more relevant to business outcomes while building truly engaging learning experiences that drive organisational success.


Key Takeaways

  1. Success in L&D requires breaking out of the L&D bubble and focusing on business impact
  2. Digital transformation in learning should focus on practical solutions that serve real business needs
  3. Building human-centered organisations leads to better performance and more resilient teams


    4. Timestamps

    • [00:01] Key advice: Why L&D needs to engage beyond its bubble
    • [00:55] Nigel Payne introduces his human-centered philosophy
    • [02:40] Transforming eLearning at the BBC: The big change
    • [06:30] The challenge of engaging learners with scenario-based approaches
    • [12:45] How "Editorial Pulsing" reshaped training at the BBC
    • [13:57] A career low point: Learning project rejection at the BBC
    • [18:39] Addressing imposter syndrome and lessons on leadership
    • [20:30] The role of fieldwork in understanding organizational needs
    • [21:50] The mindset shift needed for effective L&D


      • Links & Future Learnings

      • Dr. Nigel Paine on Linkedin
      • Learning Now TV
      • Tom Bailey on LinkedIn
      • Tom Bailey Website
      • Get Dr. Nigel Paine’s Books
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