In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Esther Jackson. Esther is a people potential accelerator with a myriad of experiences in project management, talent development, and DEI. She is the author of Adaptability in Talent Development. Esther also serves as a NAC with ATD. In this episode, Esther discusses why adaptability is a vital skill for TD professionals and shares practical tips on how to raise your self-awareness and develop an adaptive mindset. If youd li...
Aug 03, 2022•33 min•Ep 70•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Jenn Labin. Jenn is the Chief Talent & Diversity Officer at MentorcliQ. She is the author of Mentoring Programs That Work and Real World Training Design and co-author of Balancing Time, Quality and Expectations in the ASTD Handbook 2nd Edition. In this episode, Jenn discusses how you can embrace mentoring as one of the most powerful talent development tools and how to help your organization succeed by building mentoring...
Jul 27, 2022•26 min•Ep 69•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Megan Torrance. Megan is the CEO and founder of TorranceLearning. She is a frequent speaker at conferences nationwide and the author of Agile for Instructional Designers, The Quick Guide to LLAMA, and two ATD TD at Work publications: Agile and LLAMA for ISD Project Management and Making Sense of xAPI. In this episode, Megan discusses how to use Agile methodology to manage training projects, adapt to change as it happens, an...
Jul 20, 2022•28 min•Ep 68•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Dr. Patrick Malone. Dr. Malone is the Director of Key Executive Leadership Programs at American University, a frequent guest lecturer on leadership and organizational dynamics, and the author of Emotional Intelligence in Talent Development. He is a retired navy captain, having spent 22 years in a number of senior leadership and policy roles. In this episode, Dr. Malone discusses how to develop strong emotional intelligence ...
Jul 13, 2022•31 min•Ep 67•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Margie Meacham. Margie, The Brain Lady, is a scholar-practitioner in the field of education and learning and president of LearningToGo. She is the author of Brain Matters: How to Help Anyone Learn Anything Using Neuroscience, The Genius Button: Using Neuroscience to Bring Out Your Inner Genius, and AI in Talent Development: Capitalize on the AI Revolution to Transform the Way You Work, Learn, and Live. In this episode, Marg...
Jul 06, 2022•28 min•Ep 66•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Diana Howles. Diana is an award-winning speaker, global virtual facilitator, and master trainer who brings 25 years of experience in the talent development industry. She is CEO and co-founder of Howles Associates and the author of Next Level Virtual Training. In this episode, Diana shares tips on how to develop on-camera competence, apply learning experience design to live online learning, and prepare for the combination of...
Jun 29, 2022•28 min•Ep 65•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Kathryn Zukof. Kathryn is a learning and organizational development practitioner and educator with over 30 years of experience in industries ranging from manufacturing to higher education to technology services. She is the author of The Hard and Soft Sides of Change Management. In this episode, Kathryn discusses practices and approaches to help you and your organization roll out, receive, and manage change effectively. If y...
Jun 22, 2022•28 min•Ep 64•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Maria Morukian. Maria is a recognized organizational development practitioner specializing in training, coaching, and facilitation with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. She is the president of MSM Global Consulting, an adjunct faculty member at American Universitys School of International Service, and the author of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers. In this episode, Maria di...
Jun 15, 2022•34 min•Ep 63•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Michael Stallard. Michael is a thought leader, author, speaker, and expert on how human connection in culture affects the health and performance of individuals and organizations. He is the president and co-founder of E Pluribus Partners and the Connection Culture Group as well as the primary author of Fired Up or Burned Out and Connection Culture.In this episode, Michael explains why creating a connection culture at your or...
Jun 08, 2022•32 min•Ep 62•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Julie Winkle Giulioni. Julie is a champion for workplace growth and development and helps executives and leaders optimize talent and potential within their organizations. One of Inc. Magazines Top 100 speakers, shes the author of Promotions Are So Yesterday and the co-author of the international bestseller, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go, translated into seven languages. In this episode, Julie explains why career developme...
Jun 01, 2022•29 min•Ep 61•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Lisa Spinelli. Lisa is the Senior Content Manager for the Career Development, Organization Development, and Talent Management communities at ATD. She is also a Career Coach, the host of The Accidental Trainer podcast, and editor of the popular book Teachers to Trainers. In this episode, Lisa offers practical tips for K12 teachers who are interested in leaving the classroom and moving into corporate training and talent devel...
May 25, 2022•27 min•Ep 60•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Kevin M. Yates. Kevin is known in the global L&D community as the L&D detective, who answers the question, What is the impact of learning?. He solves measurement mysteries and investigates how learning activates performance and business goals using facts, clues, evidence, and data. In this episode, Kevin discusses challenges for measuring impact and shares methods that make it possible. If youd like to learn more ab...
May 18, 2022•28 min•Ep 59•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Dave Delaney. Dave is the Founder and CEO of Futureforth. He is the talk show host of the Nice Podcast, a published author, and recipient of a few awards. In this episode, Dave discusses the Nice method and the return on investment for how the nicest leaders keep their employees and build strong cultures. If youd like to learn more about Dave, checkout his LinkedIn profile or visit his companys website . Disclaimer: The vie...
May 11, 2022•21 min•Ep 58•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Michael Brown. Michael is the CEO of the Insight Leadership Group. He is the co-author of Servant Leaders Serving Leaders and the Emotional Intelligence Adjunct Instructor at the University of Arkansas. In this episode, Michael discusses the skill of Relationship Intelligence and how it can be leveraged for healthy workplace dynamics as well as the impact of continuous leadership development on our professional environments...
May 04, 2022•32 min•Ep 57•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Marissa Afton. Marissa is the International Partner and Head of Global Accounts at Potential Project. She is a speaker, author, and expert in leadership development, mindsets, mindfulness, and culture transformation. In this episode, Marissa talks about the most valuable qualities of leaders, discusses why leaders should do the hard things in leadership in a human way, and explains how to develop a compassionate style of le...
Apr 27, 2022•29 min•Ep 56•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Fergal Connolly. Fergal is a learning transfer expert and the host of Learning Transfer Radio. He has worked across the spectrum of L&D in training delivery, learning design, and learning consultancy. In this episode, Fergal explains what learning transfer is, discusses numerous factors that influence learning transfer, and shares research-backed tools that help influence the day-to-day behaviors of learners. If youd li...
Apr 20, 2022•30 min•Ep 55•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Vivian Blade. Vivian is a Thought Leader, Adjunct Professor, and Writer. She is also a Consultant, Keynote Speaker, Trainer, and Executive Coach who helps organizations transform their leadership and build resilient teams. In this episode, Vivian discusses how TD professionals overcome barriers to success, be more impactful and empathetic, and influence with scale. If youd like to learn more about Vivian, checkout her Linke...
Apr 13, 2022•27 min•Ep 54•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts John Stepper. John is the founder of Ikigai and the author of Working Out Loud, a career development program leveraged across the world. In this episode, John talks about the creation of Working Out Loud and explains how this framework helps professionals achieve goals, develop skills, and explore new topics while building meaningful relationships with their peers. If youd like to learn more about John, checkout his LinkedI...
Apr 06, 2022•36 min•Ep 53•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Stephanie Hubka and Alison French. Stephanie is a pod squad member and long-time ATD volunteer who spends her non-ATD time as a Learning and Performance Strategist, through her company, Protos Learning. Alison is a facilitator, communicator, and connector who brings people and ideas together for learning and success through her company Alto Solutions. In this episode, Stephanie and Alison discuss the lessons we all learned ...
Mar 30, 2022•38 min•Ep 52•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Jonathan Peters. Dr. Peters is an International Keynote Speaker, Trainer, Author, and Copywriter. He is the Chief Motivation Officer at Sententia Gamification. In this episode, Dr. Peters discusses how effective game mechanics relate to learner motivation and shares best practices on how to create successful gamified learning programs. If youd like to learn more about Dr. Peters, checkout his LinkedIn profile or visit his c...
Mar 23, 2022•24 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Arun Pradhan. Arun is an experienced learning, innovation, and performance strategist and creator of ModelThinkers.com. He was recognized by the AITD as Australias Learning Professional of the Year in 2017. In this episode, Arun explains what mental models are, discusses which six mental models TD professionals should know about and why, and shares how to embrace mental model thinking. If youd like to learn more about Arun,...
Mar 16, 2022•27 min•Ep 50•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Marisa G. Franco. Dr. Franco is a Psychologist, Speaker, Author, Professor, and Friendship Expert. She has written numerous publications on topics related to Connection and Belonging and has been a featured expert for major outlets like The New York Times, Psychology Today, Scientific American, The Chicago Tribune, Vice, and Bustle. In this episode, Marisa shares how to maintain positive and enriching relationships in the w...
Mar 09, 2022•20 min•Ep 49•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Adam Witty. Adam is a world-renowned entrepreneur, publisher, speaker, and author of five books. He is the Founder and CEO of Advantage | Business Journals Books | ForbesBooks. In this episode, Adam explains how writing a book gives you credibility as a thought leader in your industry and discusses how to best share your background, story, and expertise with the world at large. If youd like to learn more about Adam, visit h...
Mar 02, 2022•31 min•Ep 48•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Rachael Bosch. Rachael is the founder and managing director of Fringe Professional Development. She is a world-renowned speaker and an active member of the Forbes Coaches Council. In this episode, Rachael discusses how to navigate conflict to enhance working relationships. If youd like to learn more about Rachael, visit her companys website . Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely ...
Feb 23, 2022•38 min•Ep 47•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Ken Phillips. Ken is a seasoned learning professional breaking new ground in measurement and evaluation using Predictive Learning Analytics. He has over 35 years of experience helping organizations craft measurement and evaluation strategies and tactics. In this episode, Ken explains the process of Predictive Learning Analytics, shares key training transfer components, and discusses how to eliminate obstacles that prevent p...
Feb 16, 2022•30 min•Ep 46•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Adelle Dantzler. Adelle is a career services professional and leadership development expert with over 30 years of experience working for the federal government and a Certified Federal Job Search Trainer/Career Coach. She is the author of Competencies that Catapult Careers: 100 Strategies to Lead Change and the instructor of the first LinkedIn Learning course for government, Leading in Government. Adelle is a member of our C...
Feb 09, 2022•33 min•Ep 45•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Tim Slade. Tim is a speaker, author, award-winning freelance eLearning designer, and creator of The eLearning Designers Academy. He is a regular speaker at international eLearning conferences, a LinkedIn Learning instructor, and the author of The eLearning Designers Handbook. In this episode, Tim discusses why portfolios arent just for freelancers, discusses how to find the right tool for building your portfolio, and shares...
Feb 02, 2022•34 min•Ep 44•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Monica Cornetti. Monica is the Founder and CEO of Sententia Gamification, Gamemaster of Gamicon, and the author of the book Totally Awesome Training Activity Guide: Put Gamification to Work for You. In this episode, Monica shares her insights on the state of the gamification for the learning industry, discusses key driving factors and challenges we might expect to see in the near future, and talks about her involvement with...
Jan 26, 2022•28 min•Ep 43•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Matthew Pierce. Matthew is the Learning and Video Ambassador for TechSmith and the host of The Visual Lounge podcast. He leads creation and development of the TechSmith Academy and Camtasia Certification programs. In this episode, Matthew discusses how TD professionals can improve their video creation process and shares practical tips and advice on how to create more effective training videos. If youd like to learn more abo...
Jan 19, 2022•26 min•Ep 42•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Lisa Burke-Smalley. Lisa is the Richard Zhang Endowed Professor in Business at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga (UTC) and an award-winning member of the UTC Council of Scholars. She published research in training transfer, management education, and workplace abuse. In this episode, Lisa explains who is responsible for knowledge transfer and discusses how to cultivate accountability for all stakeholders. If youd like...
Jan 12, 2022•29 min•Ep 41•Transcript available on Metacast 
