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As nonprofit L&D leaders, we often sit and wait for our stakeholders to approach us with their demands, and only then react to their needs. Unfortunately, this isn't always conducive to creating change.
But what would happen if we shifted from being reactive to proactive? What if we go to the stakeholders first, rather than the other way around? What if we drive the learning strategy?
In this episode, we are going to explore exactly that: how having a proactive approach to L&D can shift everything and allow us to create real change.
▶️ What Happens When L&D Stops Being Reactive and Starts Driving Strategy
▶️ Key Points:
0:00:00 Align ourselves with what matters to others
0:08:43 Build stronger relationships with stakeholders
0:10:47 Take a diagnostic-first approach to training
0:11:59 Become change agents
Resources from this episode:
Catch up with these episodes that will help you navigate stakeholder demands:
Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collective
Connect with Heather
LinkedIn: Heather Burright
Website: skillmastersmarket.com
Book an interest call with Heather here.
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Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.
Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization.
Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!
Produced by Ideablossoms
By Heather Burright, Learning and Development Leader, Leadership Development Consultant, Instructional Designer.5
5353 ratings
As nonprofit L&D leaders, we often sit and wait for our stakeholders to approach us with their demands, and only then react to their needs. Unfortunately, this isn't always conducive to creating change.
But what would happen if we shifted from being reactive to proactive? What if we go to the stakeholders first, rather than the other way around? What if we drive the learning strategy?
In this episode, we are going to explore exactly that: how having a proactive approach to L&D can shift everything and allow us to create real change.
▶️ What Happens When L&D Stops Being Reactive and Starts Driving Strategy
▶️ Key Points:
0:00:00 Align ourselves with what matters to others
0:08:43 Build stronger relationships with stakeholders
0:10:47 Take a diagnostic-first approach to training
0:11:59 Become change agents
Resources from this episode:
Catch up with these episodes that will help you navigate stakeholder demands:
Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collective
Connect with Heather
LinkedIn: Heather Burright
Website: skillmastersmarket.com
Book an interest call with Heather here.
⭐Was this episode helpful? If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review!
🔗Know anyone who would benefit from this episode? SHARE this with your friends.
Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.
Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization.
Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!
Produced by Ideablossoms

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