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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Rance Green talks about the transformative power of storytelling in learning. He shares his "instructional story design" method, emphasising the need to understand the learning audience deeply and integrate conflict effectively into training narratives. Rance also provides practical advice on creating impactful training stories that act like flight simulators for the brain, driving both context and action.
About Rance Greene
Rance Greene is a story designer, author and speaker. Rance helps leaders connect with, inspire, guide and persuade their people through story-based messaging. He also equips talent development professionals to reach business outcomes through story-based training. A leader, consultant, coach and frequent speaker in live and virtual sessions on leadership storytelling, story-writing and instructional story design.
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Lisa Bodell, CEO of FutureThink and a global leader in simplification and innovation, explores the vital role of curiosity in our rapidly evolving AI landscape. Robin and Lisa discuss the power of asking "killer questions," fostering a culture of curiosity, and the irreplaceable human touch in creativity and problem-solving. Lisa also shares practical examples and insights on how diverse questioning can lead to innovative solutions in both work and personal life.
About Lisa Bodell
Lisa Bodell is an award-winning author and CEO of FutureThink. She has repeatedly been selected as one of the Top 50 Keynote Speakers in the World and recognized as one of the top 50 futurists. As a futurist and expert on the topic of innovation and simplicity, she serves as a global council member of the World Economic Forum, and has helped thousands of senior leaders ignite innovation at Bloomberg, Pfizer, Lockheed Martin, and more.
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(00:00) Introduction
(03:54) How brainstorming problems unlocks creative solutions.
(08:28) Innovation involves uniqueness, not identical prompts and answers.
(10:42) Use provocative questions to inspire disruptive innovation.
(13:05) Lack of preparation and time stifles creativity.
(16:32) Progress comes from creating multiple iterations.
(22:05) How ‘The Artist's Way’ nurtures creativity through daily writing.
(23:04) Monthly thinking day eases personal and business challenges.
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Sarah Hawk, co-CEO of Discourse, shares the transformative potential of chat platforms in facilitating learning and collaboration in the workplace. The conversation explores the concept of "fast lane" and "slow lane" chat environments, emphasising the significance of intentional information architecture and fostering a culture of open, transparent communication, and much more.
About Sarah Hawk
Sarah Hawk is an expert in online community building and manages the team that builds Discourse, the 100% open source discussion platform built for the next decade of the Internet. Prior to her current role, Hawk was Head of Community at community consultancy FeverBee.
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Kayvon Touran shares the transformative potential of AI in skill management. Tune in as we unpack the pivotal role of context in making skill frameworks effective and the innovative ways AI can address the nuances of managing skills within organisations. Kayvon also reveals how AI can streamline data collection and enhance skill assessments through dynamic simulations.
About Kayvon Touran
Kayvon Touran is the CEO and co-founder of Zal.ai. Kayvon has spent his entire career working in early stage technology startups, and most recently as a product leader in education technology where he created and implemented a next generation lifelong learning platform for higher education institutions.
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(03:15) Data analysis for actionable insights at organisational level.
(07:34) Passion for skills transformation in organisations.
(09:50) Importance of generative AI in product development.
(14:51) How to use AI to summarise skill definitions from the web.
(18:21) Having personalised dynamic training for durable skills, performance-based.
(22:23) Why is context crucial for effective skill training?
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Brant Gibbons, President of Knowledge Anywhere, shares his expert insights on the current generation of AI tools, the balance between innovation and practicality, and the critical considerations for L&D professionals when integrating AI into their workflows. We explore the exciting potential of AI, the inherent risks, and the ongoing tension between cutting-edge technology and maintaining quality human interactions in learning experiences.
About David Guralnick
As the President of Knowledge Anywhere, Brant Gibbons leads a team of passionate and innovative professionals who deliver technology-based learning solutions to help their clients achieve their goals. With over 20 years of experience in the learning industry, Brant has a proven track record of driving growth, building strategic partnerships, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Founded in 1998, Knowledge Anywhere, Inc. is an award-winning company that has emerged as a leader in knowledge transfer through eLearning technology.
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(05:55) Compliance-driven training lacks meaningful business impact
(08:16) Using technology to supplement traditional instructional design
(13:17) Future of learning: ongoing, personalised, interactive knowledge-seeking
(14:34) Custom chatbots and generative learning
(20:58) Embrace AI cautiously and align with audience needs
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, David Guralnick, the CEO of Kaleidoscope Learning and President of the International eLearning Association, shares the potential of AI-driven, learner-centric environments. He also unpacks the possibilities of AI as a personalised coach, and the challenges organisations face in adopting new technologies. Plus, hear David's valuable insights on moving beyond traditional constraints to dream big and scale back, ensuring that the ideal learning experience is always within reach.
About David Guralnick
David Guralnick is the current President and CEO of Kaleidoscope Learning. He is also the current president of the International E-Learning Association; founder and chair of The Learning Ideas Conference; Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal on Advanced Corporate Learning; Chair of the International E-Learning Awards; and an Adjunct Professor at Columbia University. He is the author of the book "How Organizations Can Make the Most of Online Learning”.
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(00:00) Introduction
(05:38) Progressive learning techniques and leveraging technology for education
(06:41) Reconsidering education in the age of AI
(09:50) AI's potential and challenges in near future
(14:28) Early AI work in education at Northwestern
(19:03) Created specialised authoring tool for non-technical users
(20:02) Online learning constrained by tool limitations and coding
(25:10) Start big, think AI, and what the ideal experience looks like
(26:34) Accepting tradeoffs can lead to greater satisfaction
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Bob Mosher shares the potential of performance support to enhance learning while working. We'll explore the concept of 'the Five Moments of Need' and how they revolutionise our approach to workplace training. Bob also sheds light on some crucial strategies like performing workflow analysis before developing training solutions, and redefining the roles of learners as performers and users.
About Bob Mosher
Bob Mosher is the Chief Learning Evangelist and Co-Founder of APPLY Synergies, a strategic consulting firm that specialises in helping learning organisations design, develop and measure effective learning and performance support strategies to meet the 5 Moments of Learning Need. Bob has been an active and influential leader in the learning and training industry for over 40 years and is renowned worldwide for his pioneering role in new approaches to learning.
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Danny Stefanic is a pioneer in 3D technologies and is the founder of a number of VR-related companies including LearnBrite. We'll be exploring the challenges and opportunities of using VR and AR in learning environments, how organisations can implement these technologies effectively, and the future of immersive learning experiences.
About Danny Stefanic
Danny Stefanic has been working in the virtual reality industry for over 25 years and created the first web metaverse back in 2008. He is the founder of a number of VR-related companies including LearnBrite, MootUp and Hyperspace, and continues to be a pioneer in VR and AR in learning environments.
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Stella Lee unpacks her comprehensive competency framework for AI, crafted especially for learning and development professionals. The conversation covers everything from the AI fundamentals to the crucial aspects of data fluency, and the ethical implications to know about. Stella's framework emphasises the need for a mindset that balances adaptability and critical analysis.
About Stella Lee
With over 20 years of experience in the e-learning and edtech industry, Stella Lee is a director at Paradox Learning, a consulting firm that provides and evaluates innovative learning solutions across multiple devices, cultures, and platforms. Stella works with clients from various sectors, such as government, education, non-profit, and corporate, to help them achieve their learning and development goals with data-driven and technology-enabled approaches.
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(00:00) Introduction
(04:16) Thinking ethically about AI and preparing for future
(08:21) The AI competency framework: 7 areas of focus
(10:30) Future collaboration with AI
(16:34) Using AI to develop strategy and educational piece
(20:24) Reflecting on work and considering broader implications
(25:39) Embrace multiple mindsets and experiment
(27:24) Health care innovation will influence other fields
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In this episode of the Learning While Working Podcast, Terry Pearce, the founder of Unfold Play, joins the show for a discussion on engaging learning through play. Terry shares strategies for game-based learning and the six levers that make games effective for learning. He also gives examples of how putting learners at the centre of the learning experience can transform seemingly dry content into engaging and effective learning activities.
About Terry Pearce
Terry Pearce founded Untold Play to bring together his twin passions of learning design and games. Terry leverages the power of games and gamification in learning, and he regularly weaves the principles of game-based learning into the learning experiences he creates. He has won awards, through the London NHS Modernisation Agency, Reed Learning and the Healthcare People Management Association, for the services I deliver to clients, including HSBC, Imperial College Hospital, Thames Water and Zurich.
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