It’s not unusual to be asked for feedback by a colleague or friend. And, likewise, it’s not unusual to be offered unsolicited feedback, whether from a boss, colleague, or friend. But giving—and receiving—feedback is arguably harder than most people think. It’s an art and a science. And it’s exceedingly important that learning professionals take the time to learn that art and … [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.
Creating Conferences That Work with Adrian Segar
For almost three decades, Adrian Segar has been designing and facilitating participant-driven and participation-rich meetings. His book, Conferences That Work: Creating Events That People Love, is the how-to manual for stepping outside the realm of the traditional conference model to create peer conferences, which are highly interactive, attendee-driven events that uniquely … [Read more...]
5 Key Aspects of Getting a High Return on Your LMS Investment
Do you wonder - or worry - about LMS ROI? When it comes to determining whether to implement a new or replacement learning management system, it’s important to ask, “What will the return on investment be?” Oftentimes, organizations struggle to try and answer this question—or even worse, it isn’t ever asked at all. In this episode of the Leading Learning podcast, Celisa and … [Read more...]
The Surprising Truth About Human Behaviors and Learning with Daniel H. Pink
Understanding the science behind topics related to human behavior can be extremely powerful for learning businesses. And Daniel H. Pink is the author of six provocative bestselling books that uncover the truth about these complex behaviors including, Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others, and most … [Read more...]
Leading Ultralearning with Scott H. Young
Understanding how to learn and master new and difficult skills is essential in today’s rapidly changing world. And Scott H. Young, a committed lifelong learning, blogger, and author of the newly released book, Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career, has spent the past decade becoming an expert on how to successfully do … [Read more...]
Online Learning and the Future of Education with Ray Schroeder
As a leading expert in online education, Ray Schroeder brings an unmatched depth of knowledge and passion for advancing the field. He’s the current associate vice chancellor for online learning and founding director of the Center for Online Learning, Research, and Service at the University of Illinois Springfield. He’s also the founding director of the National Council for … [Read more...]
Designing Smarter Learning Experiences with Connie Malamed
Connie Malamed – a learning experience design consultant and author of Visual Design Solutions: Principles and Creative Inspiration for Learning Professionals – has been helping organizations create meaningful learning experiences for more than two decades. She’s also the publisher of The eLearning Coach Web site and podcast, where she shares actionable strategies, practical … [Read more...]
Working the Nine Shift with Bill Draves of LERN
"In just twenty years, some 75% of our lives will change dramatically. We know this because it happened once before. Between 1900 and 1920 life changed." This is the premise behind, Nine Shift: Work, life, and education in the 21st century, a book that asserts 2020 is a pivotal year where we can officially recognize the transformational change that has occurred where nine … [Read more...]
Maximizing Learning with Mindset
Here’s a statement to consider: “You can learn new things, but you can’t really change how intelligent you are.” Would you say you mostly agree or disagree? And how about this statement: “No matter what kind of person you are, you can always change substantially.” Do you mostly agree or mostly disagree? According to Dr. Carol Dweck, author of Mindset: The New Psychology of … [Read more...]
Learning Out Loud with Michelle Ockers
Michelle Ockers is a learning and development strategist who firmly believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to learn and to unlock their full potential to perform at their best. While she’s based in Australia, the Learning Uncut podcast co-host helps leaders all over the world to build a high-impact L&D function through serving as a trusted mentor, facilitator, … [Read more...]
Venturing into the Edtech Market with Ian Chiu
In recent years, there’s been a significant surge in the level of investment flowing into educational technology companies. And with no signs of this letting up in the near future, it’s an investment niche that’s critical to the market for lifelong learning. In this episode of the Leading Learning podcast, Jeff talks with Ian Chiu, managing director at Owl Ventures, one of … [Read more...]