Lessons from Learning Leaders Duane Lester

Summary
In this conversation, Duane Lester interviews Joe Urbanski about transforming training culture and creating a learning culture. They discuss the importance of making training a want to, not a have to, and how to create a culture that supports learning and growth. Joe shares his personal journey and emphasizes the importance of having fun in all aspects of life. They also explore the challenges of changing a resistant culture and the need to let go of people who are not willing to grow. Joe provides insights on creating a safe and brave space for open and honest conversations, and the role of facilitators in making learning easy and engaging.
Takeaways
* Transforming training culture involves making training a want to, not a have to.
* Creating a learning culture requires aligning the organizational culture with the training culture.
* Changing a resistant culture requires having tough conversations and being willing to let go of people who are not willing to grow.
* Creating a safe and brave space is essential for open and honest conversations.
* Facilitators should focus on making learning easy and engaging, and allow participants to contribute their knowledge and experiences.
* Taking 100% responsibility as a leader is crucial for driving change and creating a positive culture.

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Jess Almlie, M.S., a learning and development consultant, discusses the importance of measurement in the L&D field. She highlights the trend of L&D professionals viewing measurement as a burden and explains why this mindset is flawed. Jess emphasizes the need for L&D to shift their thinking and approach measurement from a strategic perspective. She suggests focusing on three types of measures: activity measures, effectiveness measures, and outcome measures. Jess also talks about her podcast and newsletter, L&D Must Change, which aims to shift the L&D industry's mindset.
Takeaways
* Measurement is essential in the learning and development field to demonstrate the value and impact of L&D initiatives.
* L&D professionals should shift their mindset and view measurement as a strategic tool for making informed business decisions.
* Measurement should focus on three types of measures: activity measures, effectiveness measures, and outcome measures.
* L&D professionals should align their measurement efforts with the strategic initiatives of the business.
* Jess Almlie hosts the L&D Must Change podcast and newsletter, which aim to shift the mindset of the L&D industry.

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Deb Arnold, a marketing communications expert, discusses the importance of winning awards, speaking at conferences, and publishing thought leadership in order to achieve recognition in your field. She explains how these three elements can be interconnected but are not necessarily dependent on each other. Deb shares her experience of helping companies win learning awards and highlights the benefits of winning, including corporate and employer brand building, team credibility, and individual career advancement. She also provides insights on how to choose the right award to apply for and emphasizes the value of the award application process in improving training programs.
Takeaways
* Winning awards, speaking at conferences, and publishing thought leadership are key elements in achieving recognition in your field.
* These three elements can be interconnected but are not necessarily dependent on each other.
* Winning awards can benefit the corporate brand, employer brand, team credibility, and individual career advancement.
* Choosing the right award to apply for involves considering your strengths, the company you keep, your image, leadership priorities, and how you can leverage the win.
* The award application process can lead to the improvement of training programs and provide valuable insights and learning opportunities.

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Summary
Tony Sanders shares his journey from being a salesperson to starting his own training company. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and overcoming mental blocks when considering entrepreneurship.
Tony also discusses the value of focusing on the needs of the people you're training and the importance of selling ideas and concepts. He shares his experience of building training processes and the impact it had on revenue.
Tony encourages others to take the leap and start their own businesses, reminding them that failure is a valuable learning opportunity. He also offers a free video training for those interested in starting a training company.
Takeaways
* Overcoming mental blocks and having the right mindset is crucial when considering entrepreneurship.
* Focusing on the needs of the people you're training and selling ideas and concepts are key in the training industry.
* Building effective training processes can have a significant impact on revenue.
* Failure is a valuable learning opportunity in business.
* Tony Sanders offers a free video training for those interested in starting a training company.




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Summary
In this insightful episode of "Lessons from Learning Leaders," host Duane Lester sits down with seasoned talent development innovator Jonathan Halls to explore the evolving world of training and development. Jonathan shares his extensive experience and innovative approaches to creating impactful training videos using modern technologies. He discusses the transition from traditional training methodologies to dynamic, cognitive-based learning that harnesses the power of digital media. The episode delves deep into the strategies for producing professional-quality training videos with just a smartphone, emphasizing the importance of planning, scripting, and adapting to the visual learning modalities that keep learners engaged.
Takeaways
* The Shift in Training Paradigms: Training has moved from classroom settings to flexible, digital formats that focus on enhancing job performance across various industries.
* Essentials of Effective Video Training: Jonathan underscores the significance of planning and structuring content before production to ensure videos are educational and engaging.
* Practical Tips for Using Smartphones: Detailed advice on using smartphones for creating high-quality training content, highlighting the unnecessary nature of high-end professional cameras for effective learning videos.
* Cognitive Psychology in Learning: An exploration of how understanding cognitive psychology enhances the learning experience, making training more relevant and retention-focused.
* Upcoming Trends in Talent Development: Insights into the latest trends and future directions in talent development, with a particular focus on adapting to technological advances and organizational needs.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in education, training, or looking to enhance their instructional techniques using modern technology.
And while you’re at it, buy Jonathan’s NEW BOOK.


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In this conversation, Duane Lester interviews Kassy LaBorie, a virtual training expert, on how to make online learning engaging and meaningful. They discuss the importance of focusing on the participants and creating a sense of belonging and safety. Kassy emphasizes the need to personalize the training experience and make it about the learners, not just the content. She suggests engaging participants every three to five minutes and using various interactive features to keep them involved. Kassy also highlights the value of assuming grace and giving participants agency in their learning journey. She invites listeners to join her virtual training community, the Virtual Training Hero Hangout, to further explore and discuss virtual training strategies.
Takeaways
* Focus on the participants and make the training about them, not just the content.
* Create a sense of belonging and safety by personalizing the training experience and making participants feel seen and heard.
* Engage participants every three to five minutes to maintain their interest and involvement.
* Assume grace and give participants agency in their learning journey.
* Join virtual training communities, like the Virtual Training Hero Hangout, to further explore and discuss virtual training strategies.
Click HERE to visit Kassy’s Website.
And buy both of Kassy’s books —> Interact and Engage and Producing Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars: Master the Technology to Engage Participants



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