For too long, learning programs have relied on expensive tools and complex systems to measure impact. But what if organizations already have the data they need? Dr. Alaina Szlachta is on a mission to help L&D professionals leverage existing resources for smarter evaluation. In this episode , she shares why she believes measurement isn’t as complicated as it seems - and how learning leaders can drive impact with what’s already at their fingertips. Ep. 62 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Feb 04, 2025•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Heidi Kirby is revolutionizing the world of learning and development (L&D). With a passion for creating meaningful learning experiences, she’s on a mission to align L&D strategies with business goals, all while keeping the learner at the center. In this episode , Heidi shares her journey, insights, and a bold vision for the future of L&D. Ep. 61 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Jan 14, 2025•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast For too long learning has happened without consideration of the underlying mental processes it involves. The results? We’re all working against the brain, rather than with it. And this is something that Lauren Waldman, Founder and Learning Scientist behind Learning Pirate, has set out to change. Hear why she’s on a mission to get L&D to lead with the science . In fact, she thinks everyone should better understand their brain. Explore how new science-based habits can transform your learning, and ...
Feb 06, 2024•24 min•Ep 60•Transcript available on Metacast There’s never been a better moment to address L&D’s persistent elephant in the room. Advances in technology mean measurement and evaluation is now more accessible than ever. That’s why Alaina Szlachta, doctor in education and human behavior, thinks it’s time we woke up to all the data around us. In this episode, hear why she says this starts with asking the right questions. Explore how you can make data-informed decisions, and dive in and discover some ways Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help....
Jan 16, 2024•25 min•Ep 59•Transcript available on Metacast Producing effective learning at scale isn’t straightforward. Add a decentralized learning model to the mix and things can get even more complicated. We found out how Geraldine Murphy, global digital learning leader, approaches this challenge at one of the world's largest drinks brands. In this episode, hear how she’s driving standards against a backdrop of constant demand from a range of operating companies. Discover the skill and mindset you need to balance global strategies with local needs. E...
Dec 19, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) is something no learning leader can ignore. If you’re going to change behavior in your organization, you can’t just reach for an off-the-shelf compliance module. That’s why Shola Aminu, Global Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Ogilvy, is putting DE&I front of mind in his organization. In this episode of the Learning at Large Podcast find out how his pioneering approaches make it anything but a tick box exercise. Explore how your business can take e...
Nov 27, 2023•25 min•Ep 57•Transcript available on Metacast Continuous learning is essential for individuals and organizations to adapt, grow, and thrive. Hear how France Bobet, Global Learning Experience Leader at Finnish tech company Wolt, empowers in-house experts to create impactful learning. France shares insights into their journey towards decentralized learning and a collaborative model, whilst maintaining quality control and scaling the model. Ep. 56 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Nov 07, 2023•26 min•Ep 56•Transcript available on Metacast Despite the rapid digital transformation of recent years, learning and development approaches have barely shifted. Hear why Katja Schipperheijn, learning strategist, consultant, author and keynote speaker, thinks we need a new future focused L&D model . Discover how innovative tech-driven strategies are critical for empowering continuous people-centered learning. Find out why values need to be at the heart of a connected learning ecosystem. Ep. 55 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Oct 10, 2023•25 min•Ep 55•Transcript available on Metacast We’ve all heard about the game changing powers of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). But what does it look like in practice? Angie Elliott, Manager of Sales Enablement and Talent Development at Hormel Foods, shares how she's using generative AI models to bring back something that we all want and miss: time. Discover how AI is freeing up L&D to focus on what’s important. Dive into her practical time saving tips that are anything but lazy content hacks. Ep. 54 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Sep 19, 2023•27 min•Ep 54•Transcript available on Metacast Every organization is unique and will have its own challenges. So how do you take your Learning & Development (L&D) experience and apply it in a completely different sector ? Hear how Marina Mologni, Global People Development Manager at Edwards Vacuum, did just this when she made the move from finance to engineering. Find out how she got to grips with a new business landscape. Discover how speaking the business’ language is key to building credibility and showing the value of L&D. Ep. 53 Brought...
Jul 25, 2023•22 min•Ep 53•Transcript available on Metacast While investment in L&D has steadily risen over the years, business productivity has been flatlining. Hear why Simon Gibson, Group Head of Learning & Development at Marks and Spencer, thinks L&D isn’t having the right impact. Find out how understanding your business and getting future-focused will help you correct this situation and show your value. Ep. 52 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Jul 04, 2023•25 min•Ep 52•Transcript available on Metacast Performance management is critical in every organization – whether it’s a global brand leader or large academic institute. Hear Liz Lacovara, Director Learning, Change and Organizational Development at John Hopkins University, reflect on her shift from corporate to not-for-profit. Find out how the same barriers to managing performance are faced everywhere. Discover how taking a different approach to measurements and insights is key to showing the value of L&D. Ep. 51 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Jun 13, 2023•24 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast Faced with shifting responsibilities and rapid technological advances, L&D need to develop new capabilities at pace. For Lloyd Dean, Management Consultant at PA Consulting, this means more than just making a change. It means leading the way . Hear why he believes it all starts with purpose, not just with tech. Find out how open, honest and transparent measurement will help everyone succeed. Ep. 50 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
May 23, 2023•27 min•Ep 50•Transcript available on Metacast For too long compliance training has been stuck in a rut. So focused on teaching the law, its purpose got lost. Kirsten Liston, founder of Rethink Compliance, says it’s time to shake things up . Hear how she wants to move beyond the rules to put humans back at the center of compliance. Discover how values and culture fit into this picture. Find out why data collection is key to driving impact. Ep. 49 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Apr 25, 2023•23 min•Ep 49•Transcript available on Metacast L&D is too often based on fads. The latest trends are quickly adopted without evaluation. The results are hit or miss. If you’re going to make a real impact, Mirjam Neelen, Head of Global Learning Design & Learning Sciences at Novartis, believes you need to start with the evidence. In this episode, hear how she takes an evidence-informed approach to learning design and discover how you can look beyond the latest trends to focus on what really matters. Ep. 48 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Apr 04, 2023•22 min•Ep 48•Transcript available on Metacast It's an open secret that businesses throw huge sums of money at training that is often grossly ineffective. If we’re going to stop this collective madness, Nick Shackleton-Jones, CEO and Founder of Shackleton Consulting, believes we need to change the way we think about learning. In this episode, find out why you need to start questioning the conventions, explore how to get your stakeholders on board with a better alternative, and dive into his tips and strategies for delivering high-impact lear...
Mar 14, 2023•26 min•Ep 47•Transcript available on Metacast Faced with growing skill gaps, businesses are rethinking how their work is organized. The shift to skills-based organizations is gaining traction. But what does this mean for L&D? Lori Niles-Hofmann, Senior Learning EdTech Transformation Strategist at NilesNolen, sees it as your time to shine. Find out why she recommends not reaching for the latest piece of tech, and instead focusing on what L&D do best. Explore Lori's advice on staying in your lane and focusing on producing holistic learning ex...
Feb 21, 2023•23 min•Ep 46•Transcript available on Metacast Successful onboarding can significantly improve employee engagement and retention rates. But with more than half of organizations losing new hires in the first six months, this isn’t happening. Hear how Melanie Lepine, Global Onboarding Lead at CBRE, is changing things with an effective onboarding process that works at scale. Find out how collaboration is critical to creating a sense of belonging , and explore how she gets to the real measures of success. Ep. 45 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Jan 24, 2023•24 min•Ep 45•Transcript available on Metacast “ The mind that opens to a new idea never returns to its original size ,” said Albert Einstein. Hear how Lila Warren, Global Head of Retail Academy at a leading retail brand, is putting this idea at the heart of her learner-led approach . Find out why she’s harnessing curiosity and empowering her people to find the answers themselves, and discover how to shift from serving things up on a plate to enabling people to own their development. Ep. 44 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Dec 06, 2022•20 min•Ep 44•Transcript available on Metacast Faced with increasing training demand and more strategic responsibilities than ever before, L&D is feeling the pressure. Hear how Heather Gilmartin Adams, Senior Analyst at RedThread Research, is helping L&D teams understand that they don’t have to tackle the learning content dilemma alone. Find out why this requires a big mindset shift and a new model, and discover how taking a focused approach and deputizing learning content creation will deliver real value. Ep. 43 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Nov 08, 2022•25 min•Ep 43•Transcript available on Metacast L&D are under increased pressure to deliver more with less. Hear how David Hepworth, Learning & Talent – Design and Technology Lead at Aviva, is meeting this challenge with democratized learning creation . Discover how to get alignment across your organization on this learning strategy, and find out why being future-focused and respecting people’s time is key to your success. Ep. 42 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Sep 12, 2022•26 min•Ep 42•Transcript available on Metacast The skills and knowledge businesses need to succeed are constantly evolving. If you’re going to keep up, learning and development needs to be an ongoing process. But what does this involve? In this episode, h ear how Jason Flynn, Global Head of Learning at GfK, has developed continuous learning strategies that work at scale. Explore how building flexible learning habits enables employees and organizations to grow, and find out why user feedback is essential to the success of continuous learning....
Aug 16, 2022•25 min•Ep 41•Transcript available on Metacast Companies with compliant and ethical cultures are more successful. Yet compliance training is often seen as a burden. Something that people have to do, rather than need or want to do. Jason Baker, Founder of Snowfish Learning, wants to change this attitude. Hear how he’s refocusing compliance training on behavior. Find out how to target your business’ risks with integrated compliance training. Ep. 40 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Jul 19, 2022•20 min•Ep 40•Transcript available on Metacast Learning doesn’t exist in a bubble. From daily tasks to urgent deadlines, lots of things are competing for employees’ time. So, how can you get their attention and create real business impact? Hear how Zsolt Olah, Senior Learning Technologist at Amazon, is rethinking end user engagement. Explore how to dig deeper so engagement translates into real world impact. Ep. 39 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Jun 14, 2022•24 min•Ep 39•Transcript available on Metacast L&D is all about creating change. But how do you know if you’ve successfully achieved this? Hear why Kevin M Yates, L&D Detective, believes everyone can uncover the learning measurements that count . Find out when to measure and what to look for, and discover why refocusing the business on purpose is essential to creating impact. Ep. 38 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
May 10, 2022•24 min•Ep 38•Transcript available on Metacast Digital learning has been key to helping employees and businesses adapt over the last few years. Due to their critical input, L&D teams find themselves in an exciting position. Hear how Stella Lee, founder of Paradox Learning, wants everyone to grasp the opportunity of greater influence to lead with purpose , and explore how to be a learner advocate with thoughtful L&D thinking. Ep. 37 Brought to you by Elucidat ....
Apr 12, 2022•21 min•Ep 37•Transcript available on Metacast One size doesn’t have to fit all when it comes to learning at scale. In this episode, hear how Brandon Carson, Vice President, Learning and Leadership Partner, has been personalizing learning for 2 million people at Walmart. Find out why it’s important not to be intimidated by scale, discover how you can take an adaptive approach to give your employees what they really need, and explore why building trust through putting your people first leads to a positive impact. Ep.36 Brought to you by Eluci...
Mar 22, 2022•25 min•Ep 36•Transcript available on Metacast From work deadlines to pressures at home, lots of things are vying for your employees’ attention. If learning is going to be effective, you need to grab their interest and keep it. In this episode, hear how Ashley Sinclair, Managing Director at MAAS Marketing, uses marketing techniques to deliver this impact. Find out why focusing on human beings rather than learners is essential, and explore how quick experiments and small changes will help you find out what works. Ep.35 Brought to you by Eluci...
Mar 01, 2022•25 min•Ep 35•Transcript available on Metacast The Learning at Large Podcast is back! This week our new host, Kirstie Greany, will be speaking with Lori Niles-Hofmann, Senior Learning EdTech Transformation Strategist at NilesNolen, about ' right skilling '. As L&D adjusts to this new landscape, upskilling and reskilling are the go-to phrases. But have you thought about right skilling? Hear how Lori focuses on the skills that provide the most value. Discover how to identify the real business and employee needs, find out why collaboration is t...
Feb 07, 2022•23 min•Ep 34•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, hear how Dave Barone, Consultant at Josh Bersin Academy, embraced technology to build an experiential onboarding platform for 25,000 employees a year. Find out why it’s so important to get to grips with your L&D data. Explore what meaningful measurement looks like. Finally, discover how engaged managers will drive real business impact. Explore bonus content from this episode here . (Ep.33)...
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