Human-Centered Development in a Data-Driven World

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Matthew Daniel, Senior Principal, Talent Strategy at Guild

Summary

In this episode of the At Work in America show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed speak with Matthew Daniel from Guild to discuss the evolving landscape of learning and development in the workplace. They explore the importance of integrated talent strategies, the reimagining of tuition reimbursement into tuition assistance, and the value of degrees in today's job market. The conversation looks into skill acquisition, the role of AI in talent development, and the need for supportive learning environments to enhance employee retention and satisfaction. They also cover the importance of collaboration among HR leaders to tackle workforce challenges and improve talent pipelines.

Chapters

00:55 Exploring Learning and Development

03:47 The Importance of Integrated Talent Strategies

08:05 Reimagining Tuition Reimbursement 

15:42 Aligning Skills with Job Opportunities

19:51 Managing Talent Development Effectively

25:35 Leveraging AI in Talent Development

29:02 Understanding Breaking Points in Learning

34:37 Innovative Approaches to Workforce Development

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