Series 5 – Episode 5

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Length: ~12 minutes

In this episode of Simply Trade Tips, Renee and Julie tackle a topic that doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves: learning.

With trade rules shifting constantly — tariff changes, executive orders, enforcement priorities, and regulatory updates — relying on static training or tribal knowledge simply isn’t enough. Traditional “calendar training” (scheduled webinars, annual sessions, policy rollouts) still has value, but it’s disconnected from daily operations.

The big idea? Learning must move from a side activity to core infrastructure.

Renee and Julie introduce the concept of “inflow learning” — contextual, real-time training embedded directly into workflow systems. Instead of pausing work to learn, professionals access guidance at the exact moment they need it. This shift makes compliance more resilient, scalable, and defensible in today’s enforcement environment.

Why static training creates operational gaps

The difference between:

Calendar training (scheduled sessions)

Inflow training (embedded, contextual learning)

How automation can trigger learning during:

Origin determinations

Classification decisions

Filing processes

Audit reviews

Role-based learning paths for importers, exporters, and compliance teams

Micro-learning triggered by real-time errors

Using AI to generate contextual training from existing materials

Why regulators expect documented training as part of “reasonable care”

How embedded learning reduces repeat errors and improves confidence

Why knowledge in trade is no longer theoretical — it impacts entries, exports, and balance sheets immediately

Learning must be integrated into daily workflow, not isolated from it

Automation supports better decision-making without replacing expertise

Real-time learning reduces repeat errors and strengthens defensibility

Training documentation can become powerful evidence during audits

Trade compliance in today’s environment requires resilience, not just proactivity

Take a moment to evaluate your current training model:

Is your team relying mostly on scheduled sessions?

Do your systems provide contextual, real-time learning prompts?

Have you asked your software provider about embedded guidance tools?

Have you explored advanced or hybrid learning models that combine live instruction with digital access?

Dip your toe in. Explore what’s available. Demand better integration between learning and operations.

How is your organization approaching trade training in 2026?

Join us inside the Trade Geeks Community and share what you’re doing to make learning more resilient.

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