Performance Matters Podcast

Traditionally, coaching was used for senior executives, but now it is available for all levels of employees. This episode dives into the science behind coaching and how it can unlock your potential, both at work and at home. Listen to GP Strategies’ coaching expert Kim Bendzak share how to achieve greater results through coaching.

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How can you get more out of AI for learning and development? Learn about how to get started with AI, common challenges, power user tips for prompt engineering, and some surprising use cases from AI for Everyone course experts Donna Clendaniel and Theodora Michaelidou.

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There are many leadership styles but what does it mean to be a transformative leader? Patrich Calhoun joins the podcast to outline what it truly means to be a transformative leader and how you can implement strategies into your own leadership style to make a greater impact on your team.

Patrich Calhoun is a Director within the Leadership Development practice at GP Strategies. Patrich brings 35 years of professional experience as an executive leader in the areas of leadership development, sales enablement, coaching and sales execution. He has worked across industries in Fortune 500 corporations, building high-performing teams focused on delivering desired business outcomes aligned to the overall strategic focus of the company.

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In this podcast we explore how organizational design impacts performance. Chris Davis and Dr. Cheryl Jackson, experts from GP Strategies, discuss why organizational design is crucial in today’s disruptive business world. They liken it to a golf swing, where small adjustments can lead to significant improvements. Cheryl emphasizes the need to align various elements, not just structure, to achieve organizational goals. Chris highlights the importance of aligning strategy, capabilities, structure, workflow, talent, and measurement. They stress that when these elements are in sync, organizations can thrive, even amidst disruption, emphasizing the need for ongoing assessment and adjustment.

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Although there has been progress in equality for the LGBTQ+ community, the data shows that it isn’t translating to an inclusive society or working environment.

Alasdair Scott joins the podcast to explore the question, “What do organizations stand for and how effectively are they achieving LGBTQ+ inclusion, if at all?” For those that do value inclusion, Alasdair outlines six key areas of focus to authentically support LGBTQ+ inclusion.

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Feeling overwhelmed by constant change at your organization?

This episode explores how a change network, a volunteer group with members from all levels, can be your secret weapon. Listen to Dr. Cheryl Jackson break down the three key roles – practitioners, agents, and advocates – and how they work together to drive successful change initiatives. Plus, learn how to build a thriving network that keeps members engaged and delivers real value to your business.

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Mid-level leaders face unique challenges, including managing teams, balancing organizational needs with staff needs, and navigating a hybrid work environment. These leaders are often overlooked in terms of development opportunities.

Listen to the episode as Cara Halter and Joan Dasher discuss how leadership development should be personalized and provide opportunities for self-reflection and peer learning and how organizations should take a systemic approach to leadership development, creating a common language and culture.

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Matt Donovan and Jeff Fissel discuss AI in learning and development, from how it can go beyond basic tasks to contributing to more strategic goals. Listen and learn how:

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Research indicates that employees seek a work environment where they can express their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging.

In this episode of the Performance Matters podcast, host Michael Thiel engages in a conversation with Alasdair Scott offering insights into implementing a DEI strategy that positively impacts your organization’s bottom line while authentically fostering inclusivity among employees. 

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Learners these days are often operating in silos, which limits the effectiveness of employee training. In order to be more effective, organizations must create opportunities for collaboration and respond to the needs of the modern learner. So, what are the challenges of eLearning, and how can we overcome them to create customized and effective eLearning experiences?

In this podcast, Michael Thiel sits down with Andrew Joly and Geoff Bloom, two renowned experts in the learning experience field. They discuss the seven key challenges in eLearning development and share valuable strategies to help overcome them.

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