In this episode of Learning Matters, we sit down with Adam Hickman, VP of Organizational and Employee Development at Partners FCU, to explore what truly makes a great leader in today’s workplace.
From his early days cleaning flea markets to leading L&D strategy for a Disney-affiliated credit union, Adam shares his real-world insights on leadership transitions, practical applications of AI in learning, and why grit and gratitude are the keys to long-term success.
We discuss:
✔ What separates good managers from great ones
✔ The overlooked skill of decision-making in leadership
✔ Practical ways AI is transforming L&D today
✔ The truth about hybrid work and generational myths
✔ How to build career pipelines that actually work
✔ Why “coaching” should be at the core of every leadership role
Plus, Adam gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his book Grit and Gratitude and shares advice he’d give his younger self. Whether you're in HR, L&D, or just trying to grow as a leader, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
Connect with Adam Hickman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamghickman/
Check out his book: Grit and Gratitude: The Science and Art of a Successful Career Life
Catch up on Adam’s writing with Gallup: https://www.gallup.com/people/198032/adam-hickman.aspx
Stay locked in to Adam’s articles with HR Grapevine: https://www.hrgrapevine.com/us/search?keywords=Adam+Hickman
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