2020 is now upon us and, in this new year – and decade – there are certainly some key topics that all learning businesses need to make sure they are paying attention to. In this episode of the Leading Learning podcast, we are practicing what we preach by repurposing content from a recent Webinar and sharing six specific trends set to impact learning businesses in the new … [Read more...]
The Leading Learning Podcast is the podcast series for leaders and aspiring leaders in the business of continuing education, professional development, and lifelong learning.
10 Years and 10 Non-Obvious Megatrends with Rohit Bhargava
Rohit Bhargava, an innovation and marketing expert, keynote speaker, and founder of the Non-Obvious Company, strongly believes in the power of non-obvious thinking. And as a trend curator, he is also the best-selling author of the Non-Obvious series of books, which have highlighted top trends annually since 2011. Making his fourth appearance on the podcast, Rohit returns to … [Read more...]
Exploring Educational Podcasts with Tara Bryan of TLS Learning
With a passion to create learning experiences that move the needle and greatly impact the success of learners in their organizations, Tara Bryan, founder and CEO of TLS Learning, is an expert in the areas of learning design and development. She is also the force behind the Course Building Secrets Podcast, and with over 80 episodes to date, she has first-hand knowledge about … [Read more...]
Action Mapping and Activity Design with Cathy Moore
When it comes to training design, perhaps focusing on what people need to be able to do, not simply what they need to know, can make all the difference. That’s because this leads to activity-centered training rather than traditional information presentations. These concepts are what led Cathy Moore, speaker, training designer, and author of Map It: The Hands-On Guide to … [Read more...]
The Self-Directed Learner
As individuals in the business of lifelong learning, we need to embrace—and cultivate—the characteristics related to effective learning habits. In this encore episode of the Leading Learning podcast, Celisa and Jeff celebrate the self-directed learner including what it means to be one and why it’s important. To tune in, just click below. To make sure you catch all of the … [Read more...]
Leading a Learning Economy with Duncan Cox and Taylor Kendal
With a global mission to “accelerate the world toward 21st century education and workplace infrastructures, address inequity with student and employee centric models, and connect the fragmented ecosystem of stakeholders into a unified hub of innovation”, Learning Economy is focused on solving some of the world’s toughest challenges. And how do they plan to accomplish their … [Read more...]
Working Out Loud with John Stepper
After working three decades for various large, global companies, John Stepper – a self-described “accidental entrepreneur” – began searching for ways to get more out of work and life. This search is what ultimately led him to create Working Out Loud, an approach to building relationships that helps you achieve a goal by making contributions over time that you make visible to … [Read more...]
3 Factors That Limit Sales of Education
When trying to understand what it takes to succeed in the education business –particularly when it comes to increasing sales – there are many factors to consider. And it usually doesn’t have anything to do with having the latest bells and whistles, or perhaps a huge catalog of offerings. In fact, what we’ve observed over two decades of extensive research and consulting, is that … [Read more...]
Innovation and Credit for Prior Learning with Louis Soares of ACE
With more than two decades of experience in postsecondary education policy and practice, Louis Soares, Chief Learning and Innovation Officer for the American Council on Education (ACE), is a true innovator and thought leader on emerging trends in higher education. He has also published a number of important papers while at ACE, including The Post-traditional Learners … [Read more...]
After Action Live Review
With the launch of a new event recently behind us, we wanted to devote some time to reflect on the experience. And, as we have done with past Leading Learning events, we use the After Action Review (AAR) as a framework to guide that reflection process. For those that might not be aware, the new event - Live Review 2019 - was a two-day, entirely online offering that allowed … [Read more...]
Opening the Door to Lifelong Learning with Grant Aldrich of OnlineDegree.com
Grant Aldrich, founder and CEO of OnlineDegree.com, is working to remove the major barriers adults are often faced with when deciding whether or not to go back to school. And as somebody who personally experienced the overwhelming impact of student debt, the company’s mission – to make higher education more accessible and affordable for everyone – is something he is genuinely … [Read more...]