Learning Rebels Podcast

Going LIVE with Curation Guru Mike Taylor!

We all have something in our backgrounds that silently informs how we act and what we do, and Mike is no different.

Mike’s journey

I was somewhat surprised, (but not really) to learn about Mike’s rich history in the IT space. His background in computer programming, IT and now cyber security clearly informs how he sees the internet. It developed his curious mindset around “what can the internet do for me” and setting up systems that allow him to find all the interesting bits from far-flung corners to share with all of us.

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What are the important steps to prepare us and stakeholders for more creative thinking when it comes to learning solutions?

Note: Our previous coffee chat was different. The coffee chat crowd worked through a variety of creative problem solving techniques in break-out rooms and discussed their applicability. And because of this, we didn’t post the audio.

However, this week, we carried over the conversation and focused on the "So What, Now What?" behind our next steps.

Here’s the deal. We can't solve today's problems with yesterday's thinking. The world is simply evolving too quickly. As an L&D function, we must be more innovative and creative in how we treat learning solutions.

However, one man's creative thinking is another man's waste of time. So how do we get everyone on the same page? How can we get our teams and our stakeholders to buy into the idea of thinking creatively?

So today, we talked about the next steps to prepare us and stakeholders for more creative thinking. How do we get stakeholders on board with us, how can we put solid guard rails in place to host the most effective sessions, and what's the follow-up plan?

I hope you follow the conversation to the end - there will be many ideas shared, and I know you will be able to take at least one or two and begin using it today!

So, the big question on the table today is, "What is the ‘So What? Now What?’” and how can we get stakeholders onboard with more innovative thinking?

Stay Curious!

Shannon

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View video here: https://vimeo.com/861220339/6b62ccb8ed

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Resources:

Learning Rebels Creative Problem-Solving Blogs

Part 1 Using Creative Problem Solving To Craft Unique L&D Solutions

Part 2 Brainpower Bonanza: The Magic Of Groups In Creative Problem Solving

Rethink and Redesign: The Power of Creative Solving Podcast

Creative Education Foundation: https://www.creativeeducationfoundation.org/cpsi/

Books:

Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman

The Creative Thinking Handbook: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Problem Solving in Business by Chris Griffiths, Melina Costi, and Caragh Medlicott

I Never Thought of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times by Monica Guzman

Fixed: How to Perfect the Fine Art of Problem Solving by Amy Herman

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Host: Shannon Tipton 

Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions

Don’t you want to create learning solutions that are more than just “tick a box?”

Don’t you want solutions that are tailored to fit the unique needs and aspirations of the people in your organization?

Sure you do, and collectively getting ideas from key people allows the best innovations to bubble to the top.

So why do we try to develop innovative solutions with traditional development practices?

Let’s face it - In the L&D industry, resistance to change and the adoption of Creative Problem Solving (CPS) techniques can often be traced back to a reliance on the “we’ve always done it that way” approach.

It’s time for a new approach - and I hope this episode inspires you to step out of the box and try new methods to gain more innovative ideas.

This solo podcast calls back to this Learning Rebels Blog Post: Brainpower Bonanza: The Magic Of Groups In Creative Problem Solving:

https://www.learningrebels.com/2023/08/24/brainpower-bonanza-the-magic-of-groups-in-creative-problem-solving/

• Using Creative Problem Solving To Craft Unique L&D Solutions: https://www.learningrebels.com/2023/08/17/using-creative-problem-solving-to-craft-unique-ld-solutions/

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Going LIVE with Kevin Yates, the L&D Detective!

After getting to know Kevin over the past year, his passion for the industry and his community was contagious and I knew I had to share his story.

Kevin’s journey

I did not know that Kevin had been a second-grade teacher! Just when you think you know someone…

How can you walk away from this conversation and NOT feel inspired?

This is a hometown boy from the southside of Chicago who has never left his roots. He saw a path that led to his inner passions and didn't give up.

As Kevin admits, sometimes the work gets boring. But, this doesn't mean we have to throw in the towel - it's about the ongoing process of discovery. What can we find to ignite our passions?

He didn't seek to become the L&D detective, it found him through exploration and curiosity. I hope you found his journey motivating and inspiring!

Sit back and enjoy the ride.

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How can we tap into our inner business creativity more often?

When it comes to creativity, as L&D professionals, we often think about being creative in a meeting or a classroom, but how can we encourage creativity as a culture?

First, it means being aware of what is happening outside our own box, building relationships across departments, and providing the building blocks for creating a safe place to share creative ideas.

Second, it means in order for us to bring our creative best (as well as develop the creative best in others), we have to build connections first. Even the first spark of commonality creates a tentative bond where we are a little less afraid to share ideas.

So I hope this conversation sparked some ideas to help you connect and strengthen your creative tendencies.

Stay Curious!

Shannon

Video: https://vimeo.com/851729163/9ecc2e6625

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Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/_KO6ukeGZTaxUecDDrWpk1mGzwU?utm_source=copy_url

Transcript Summary: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Unleashing-Creative-Potential-Transcript-Summary.pdf

QuickDraw with Google

Epstein Creativity Competencies Inventory for Individuals

Creative Person’s Hierarchy of Needs

Let Me Interrupt podcast

Books:

Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential within Us All by Tom Kelley & David Kelley

The Innovative Team: Unleashing Creative Potential for Breakthrough Results by Chris Grivas & Gerard J. Puccio

Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential by Tiago Forte

Creativity Begins With You: 31 Practical Workshops to Explore Your Creative Potential by Andy Neal & Dion Star

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Going LIVE with Don Becker!

Don first shared his expertise with the Learning Rebels Community while hosting a Learn Something New about gamification. It was then, I knew he had a story to tell - and boy did he!

Don’s journey

As Don has said - his journey to corporate L&D was a long and winding road. Filled with, as he called it, several gut punches and conversations with himself in the mirror.

His journey from being unable to get into Law school, to cold calling community colleges asking for a gig, to taking middle school science to new levels, all while being a single dad - is a story you have to hear. If you ever think that something isn’t possible - then you have to listen to Don’s story to feel re-energized and know that NOTHING is impossible

Sit back and enjoy the ride.

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Can comics help L&D communicate complex concepts, promote critical thinking, and foster greater learner engagement?

Today we handed the microphone to Dr. Kevin Thorn as he answered all your burning questions about Educational Comics, from which types of comics are appropriate in a training situation to how reach across cultures with comics.

There’s much to consider before we even put pen to paper and start sketching educational comics. Many different details about character development, scene assessment and messaging - all to ensure that we are connecting people to the message, not subliminally creating disengagement through poor structure.

Stay Curious!

Shannon

Find Kevin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinthorn/

Video: https://vimeo.com/843859334/06405777cc

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Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/72PBdv65cKtI_8YVKb123Ikmn8M?utm_source=copy_url

Transcript Summary: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Comics-Unleashed_-An-AMA-On-Educational-Comics-For-Adult-Learning-With-Kevin-Thorn-Transcript-Summary.pdf

Graphic Medicine.org (website using graphic designs for Medicine)

Graphic Storytelling and Visual Narrative by Will Eisner

Will Eisner - Comics and Sequential Art 1985

Books:

PS Magazine: The Best of the Preventive Maintenance Monthly by Will Eisner and Eddie Campbell

Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art by Scott McCloud

Making Comics: Storytelling Secrets of Comics, Manga and Graphic Novels by Scott McCloud

Reinventing Comics: The Evolution of an Art Form by Scott McCloud

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“I haven’t written a book.” 

“Really? I thought you had.”

“Nope.” 

“Why not?” 

Cue: Awkward silence. 

Truth is, I’ve been asked to write a book several times. But I just can’t get out of my own head to do so. About this time, I saw an HBR article about Imposter Syndrome. The universe calls. 

So I hope this episode helps you to see that if you have these feelings, you are not alone. Take the negative inner dialog and leave it like day-old sushi at a gas station! 

This podcast calls back to this Learning Rebels Blog Post: My Experience with Imposter Syndrome: https://www.learningrebels.com/2023/07/14/my-experience-with-imposter-syndrome/

• How High Achievers Overcome Their Anxiety: https://hbr.org/2023/03/how-high-achievers-overcome-their-anxiety

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When it comes to knowledge management tools, how can we leverage them effectively and what features should we be looking for?

A lot of information being shared here!

In our last coffee chat episode, we discussed the benefits of collecting stories and information. In this follow-up podcast, we dive deep into the deep well of knowledge of management tools and explore the latest trends, strategies, and insights that empower L&D professionals in their search for effective knowledge management.

As Learning and Development (L&D) professionals, it is crucial to identify and implement the right knowledge management tools that can help us with curation efforts and also align with the overall organizational need. Once we accomplish this, we facilitate seamless knowledge-sharing and collaboration across people and departments.

Burying information into the dark hole of your LMS system isn't the answer to knowledge management - so we have to think beyond this. I hope this coffee chat gave you some solid ideas to move forward.

Video: https://vimeo.com/843859334/06405777cc

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Transcript summary:

https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/The-What-When-And-How-Behind-Using-A-Knowledge-Management-System-Summary.pdf

Full Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/C_3RqvDsyHoOBx0bOt09zeJ7myM?utm_source=copy_url

Stay Curious ~ Shannon

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LMS365 - Learning Management System for Microsoft 365

SparkLearn

Pros and Cons of SharePoint Knowledge Base Software

Books:

The Knowledge Manager's Handbook: A Step-by-Step Guide to Embedding Effective Knowledge Management in your Organization by Nick Milton and Patrick Lambe

The Knowledge Work Factory: Turning the Productivity Paradox Into Value for Your Business by William Heitman

Design Knowledge Management System by Santhosh Shekar

The Complete Guide to Knowledge Management by Edna Pasher

The Elements of Thinking in Systems: Use Systems Archetypes to Understand, Manage, and Fix Complex Problems and Make Smarter Decisions by Albert Rutherford

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Going LIVE with Christy Tucker!

Don’t be fooled by the inherent humbleness of Christy Tucker - this lady knows her stuff! And while most of us know her for her ability to create e-learning designs for companies like Cisco, it was her journey from teacher to designer that caught my interest.

Christy’s journey

I have been lucky enough to be connected with Christy for a few years, and we frequently cross paths at assorted conferences. Christy also just recently hosted a Learning Rebels “Learn Something New Wednesday” about “Creating Branching Scenarios in 90 minutes” - one of our most popular programs! (Go Christy!)

However, I wanted to know how she got here from there. What was her story?

Christy does not disappoint! I can’t believe she got her start as a girls-only middle school MUSIC teacher. It just goes to show, you never know what the universe has in store for you!

Sit back and enjoy the ride.

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Host: Shannon Tipton