Addressing the Humanity Behind L&D, Technology, and Change
In some ways, people are not so different from our technology counterparts… and yet, there are so many special things that only a human can do. This episode follows a conversation between Michael Noble and Alison Shea, Coretography Chief of Global Learning Strategy, as they discuss Alison’s personal philosophy on change—that is, while innovations like AI provide incredible opportunities for those who can embrace them in their daily work and personal lives, the humanity behind learning is a unique force that drives the success of transformational change.TakeawaysAllison Shea is a fourth-generation educator with a passion for transformative learning.Change is constant, but growth is a choice we make.Effective learning should focus on retention and application, not just information acquisition.AI can enhance learning but requires careful implementation and ethical considerations.Data should be used to foster growth, not as a punitive measure.Transformational change often requires a strategic approach rather than just superficial adjustments.In regulated industries, understanding the rules can help create engaging learning experiences.Learning initiatives should aim to leave organizations better than they found them.Personalization in learning is evolving with AI, moving beyond simple name insertion.The future of learning will involve a partnership between AI and human insight.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Learning and Change06:40 Navigating Change in Learning and Development16:17 Transformational Change: A Case Study23:45 Adapting to Change in Regulated Industries29:37 The Future of Learning: AI and Personalization34:28 Outro with Art.mp4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Strategic L&D: Building a Foundation for Success
Every leader’s L&D journey begins somewhere. For Justin Bridegan, Vice President of Training & Development at Stellar, that journey involved building an L&D department from the ground up. It wasn’t easy, but it was extremely rewarding… and even resulted in a comprehensive learning solution with over 10,000 courses. Listen as Ron and Justin discuss this transition, including working with stakeholders to get buy in, utilizing existing technology to streamline implementation, and keeping employees involved and engaged at every step to foster a lifelong culture of learning for the organization.TakeawaysJustin Bridegan transitioned from marketing to L&D to make a meaningful impact.A strong onboarding program is crucial for employee retention.Gaining buy-in from leadership is essential for L&D success.Communication and transparency help manage expectations during change.Leveraging existing resources can enhance training programs.In-house experts can provide valuable training insights.Personalized learning experiences improve employee engagement.Measuring training impact is vital for demonstrating value.Investing in employee development positively affects retention rates.Embracing challenges is key to success in L&D. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bridging Tradition & Technology in Hunter Education
Innovation, change, and evolution… these three things go hand in hand. For the National Rifle Association (NRA), innovation and change were exactly what enabled them to evolve the Hunter Education curriculum into a best-in-class free learning solution for hunters worldwide. In this episode, Ron Zamir and Peter Churchbourne discuss the history of NRA’s program, as well as the challenges of introducing new learning methods in a traditional field. They also share insights into engaging learners and making an impact on a community, even if it means pushing the boundaries of what’s comfortable to inspire others to embrace change for a better future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Evolving Workforce: AI & Upskilling in L&D
Great talent management is integral to your organization’s ability to achieve goals. But when it comes to change and innovation in the talent management space, there’s so much to consider—sometimes even more than other areas of the business! Don’t worry, though. Ron Zamir and Bernadette Sciarabba are here to break it down for you. In this episode, they discuss some of those key considerations, like the role of leadership, the importance of data access, and the impact of AI. Even more, they share insights and strategies for breaking the process down into simpler steps to successfully navigate tomorrow’s challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Evolving Landscape of L&D Change and Innovation
What are the top three things L&D professionals can do today to navigate the evolving landscape of change and innovation? 1) Build a network, 2) measure impact, and 3) embrace new technologies. But how exactly do you start? Ron Zamir and Ken Taylor, CEO of Training Industry, Inc., can help. In this episode, they discuss the challenges organizations face in adapting to rapid changes such as AI. Even more, they share how you can begin to take these steps to enhance your training, develop leadership, and strategically blend change management into your initiatives to turn each challenge into an opportunity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Season 1 of Learner Experience Evolution. This podcast, hosted by AllenComm, focuses on change in organizational learning and development. We will discuss changing needs, roles, and technologies across a wide array of topics. For the learning leader, this podcast will give you expert insight into today’s challenges and tomorrow’s possibilities. Our guests will feature learning leaders from leading companies, industry analysts, in-house experts, and our extended network of advisory partners and independent experts. Title: Learner Experience Evolution Purpose: Support organizational learning leaders in driving change and creating innovative learner experiences. Topic Areas: Onboarding, leadership development, sales enablement, compliance, and skills development, L&D governance, needs analysis, learning ecosystems, and specialized L&D talent Audience: Organizational learning and development leaders Overall Focus: Making meaningful change in professional learning—needs, roles, strategy, process, and tech—to improve learning experiences. Guests: Corporate learning leaders, industry experts, and AllenComm’s extended network Hosting: An AllenComm host or guest expert will interview and discuss with our featured guests Format: An informal interview and unscripted discussion Duration: ~20-25 minutes Media: Both video and audio formats will be published Distribution: All major podcast platforms as well as LinkedIn, Vimeo, and AllenComm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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