Moving Forward

Skills gaps are one of the biggest challenges facing industries today, not just from an organizational perspective but on a global scale. As the pace of technological change accelerates, many sectors are struggling to find the talent with the right skills to stay competitive. In this episode of Moving Forward, join David James, CLO at 360 Learning, as we explore how to identify and address these critical gaps. We’ll discuss practical strategies for assessing skill shortages, closing the gaps, and ensuring your workforce is equipped to meet the demands of the future.

Shownotes:

• Host: Remy Reurling, Podcast Host and Creative Producer at GoodHabitz
• Expert: David James, CLO 360-learning

Statements discussed in this episode:

• Skills are the currency in today’s professional landscape...
• Most organisations don’t have a clear understanding of their skills.
• Solving skill gaps is a herculean task.
• AI is a gamechanger in the skills gap process.

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Unlocking your employees' full potential starts with giving them insights into themselves. By helping them understand their motivations, behaviours, and talents, you lay the groundwork for growth and drive better results. Join GoodHabitz’s Head of Insights, Job Toebosch, on this episode of Moving Forward to learn how self-assessments can transform your approach to Learning and Development.

Shownotes:

• Host: Remy Reurling, Podcast Host and Creative Producer at GoodHabitz
• Expert: Job Toebosch, Head of Insights at GoodHabitz

Statements discussed in this episode:

• Self-insight is often disregarded in the context of learning and development.
• Self-assessments are subjective and therefore unreliable.
• Self-insights boost overall performance.
• Assessments are the key to personalised learning.

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Let’s take a dive deep into the concept of learning ecosystems—dynamic environments that support continuous growth and development. How can organisations create a thriving ecosystem that engages employees in their learning journey? Join Bas Puts, Global Head of Learning & Skill Architecture, and Sander Kok, COO of GoodHabitz, as they share their expertise on building a culture of learning that drives engagement, fosters innovation, and empowers employees to learn and develop.

Shownotes:

• Host: Remy Reurling, Podcast Host and Creative Producer at GoodHabitz
• Expert: Bas Puts, Global Head Learning & Skill Architecture
• Expert: Sander Kok, COO GoodHabitz

Statements discussed in this episode:

• Learning ecosystems are the new ‘holy grail’ in L&D.
• Building a learning ecosystem requires a fundamental shift in your organisations L&D mindset.
• The implementation of an ecosystem will burn all our capacity.
• A continuous learning culture can only be realised with a learning ecosystem.

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How to boost employee engagement on your learning offer? Enter learner marketing! By applying marketing principles and best practices from Polly Puma, Manager of People Development at Puma, and Oliver Hahn, Regional Manager at GoodHabitz, you’ll capture attention and drive participation in your training programmes, moving your employees forward with ease! 

Shownotes: 

• Host: Aimee Clarke, Podcast Host, Editor in Chief and Journalist at GoodHabitz 
• Expert: Polly Ivanova, Manager people development & organisational learning at Puma 
• Expert: Oliver Hahn, Central Region Manager at GoodHabitz 

Statements discussed in this episode: 

• L&D teams should act more like marketing teams. 
• Learning only works when connected to real-word tasks. 
• Recognition for employees’ learning efforts is essential. 
• L&D’s hardest job is keeping employees engaged. 

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Are learning influencers the secret catalysts behind thriving organisational learning cultures? In this episode, we sit down with Maike Telaak and Benjamin Jaksch, renowned experts in personal development, to explore how to identify and elevate these key individuals. Tune in and discover their strategies for unlocking the full potential of learning influencers to drive continuous growth and inspire your team. 

Shownotes: 

• Host: Remy Reurling, Podcast Host and Creative Producer at GoodHabitz 
• Expert: Benjamin Jaksch, Learning Catalyst & Creator 
• Expert: Maike Telaak, Sales Manager at GoodHabitz 

Statements discussed in this episode: 

• Peers are the employees most trusted advisors. 
• User generated learning content isn't used to its full potential by L&D department  
• Learning content quality is at risk in user generated learning content. 
• Employees actively participating in L&D and not just consuming it, is the future. 

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As an L&D professional, you likely aim to make your learning and development offerings as appealing and relevant as possible. Join Jeanne Bakker, speaker, educator and 2023 L&D Thought Leader, and Eva Kool, Customer Success Manager at GoodHabitz, as we delve into fresh tactics and strategies to make learning exciting, engaging and most of all less boring.

Shownotes: 

• Host: Aimee Clarke, Podcast Host, Editor in Chief and Journalist at GoodHabitz
• Expert: Jeanne Bakker, Speaker, educator and L&D thought leader of 2023 
• Expert: Eva Kool, Customer Success Manager GoodHabitz 

Statements discussed in this episode: 

• Learning suffers from a negative reputation 
• Learning must always be fun to be effective 
• Rating a training expeience as 8.3 out of 10 is great news 
• L&D managers should look at quality over quantity when it comes to training 

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Resilience has emerged as a crucial skill in recent times. In this episode, we sit down with Mariska Beijer, Paralympic champion and wheelchair basketball star, to explore her journey from facing significant health challenges to achieving remarkable success. Her story offers valuable lessons on resilience and practical strategies for applying this skill in the workplace. Tune in to gain insights on transforming setbacks into comebacks and enhancing resilience in your professional environment. 

Shownotes: 

• Host: Aimee Clarke, Podcast Host, Editor in Chief and Journalist at GoodHabitz
• Expert: Mariska Beijer, Paralympics Champion 

Statements discussed in this episode: 

• Resilience is an essential skill for your personal life. 
• Building resilience starts with self-acceptance. 
• Resilience is critical for effective leadership. 
• You only need yourself to build resilience. 

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Mental health has taken centre stage for both employers and employees. The past few years have been a game-changer, highlighting the need for better mental well-being in the workplace. In this podcast, Gijs Coppens, CEO and Founder of mental well-being platform Open-Up, and Sandrien Boogaard, HR Director at GoodHabitz, discuss the significant shifts and ongoing challenges that HR and L&D leaders are currently navigating. 

Shownotes: 

• Host: Aimee Clarke, Podcast Host, Editor in Chief and Journalist at GoodHabitz
• Expert: Gijs Coppens, CEO & Founder Open-Up 
• Expert: Sandrien Boogaard, HR Director GoodHabitz 
• Statements discussed in this episode: 
• The past 3 years have been a game-changer for mental health. 
• Mental Health is a skill you can develop. 
• Getting high-level buy-in on mental health initiatives is a struggle. 
• Gen-Z will force organisations to make mental health a priority. 

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Crafting a positive and enriching employee experience is increasingly vital for organisational success and employee wellbeing. In this episode, we explore how to elevate your employee experience with Jennifer Gerstl, Customer Success Manager at GoodHabitz, and Iris Prüfer, CHRO at MediaMarktSaturn. Drawing on their extensive expertise in enhancing workplace dynamics and employee satisfaction, we present a discussion rich with insights and best practices. 

Shownotes: 

• Host: Aimee Clarke, Podcast Host, Editor in Chief and Journalist at GoodHabitz
• Expert: Iris Prüfer, CHRO & Executive Vice President MediaMarktSaturn Retail Group 
• Expert: Jennifer Gerstl, Customer Success Manager GoodHabitz 
• Statements discussed in this episode: 
• #1 Evolving needs and expectations ask for an improved employee experience. 
• #2 Core values demand unwavering commitment. 
• #3 Empowering employees outside an office environment requires different tactics. 
• #4 The landscape of quantifying HR-initiatives is evolving. 

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Along with a diverse and multicultural workforce comes the challenge of finding a learning solution that serves all your employees. Considering language barriers, varied educational backgrounds, and cultural sensitivity are important factors in creating learning impact. We invited María Rosales, Head of Localisation, to help us unpack the topic 

Shownotes: 

• Host: Aimee Clarke, Podcast Host, Editor in Chief and Journalist at GoodHabitz
• Expert: María Rosales, Head of Localisation at GoodHabitz. 
• Statements discussed in this episode: 
• #1: English learning content is perfect for a multilingual workforce 
• #2: Localisation is a luxury 
• #3: Culture creates the context for learning 

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