Multiply Transfer Radio

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The only podcast 100% focused on Learning Transfer and turning learning into improved performance. This podcast is for people in L&D who want to design and deliver effective training and help others to grow through learning. For more on the science of transfer and actionable approaches to maximise performance visit ⁠multiplytransfer.com

  1. 10H AGO

    The True Measure of Learning with Houra Amin

    Houra Amin explains why completion metrics are killing L&D credibility, and shares a behavioral science approach to measuring what actually matters. The episode discusses why L&D teams struggle to prove training impact beyond completion rates and satisfaction scores, and how this leaves them out of strategic conversations and vulnerable to budget cuts. Houra Amin, founder of Blue Jay Learning, argues measurement fails when business outcomes aren’t defined upfront; teams should start with existing baseline indicators such as errors, delays, or complaints, even if data is messy. She explains turning vague problems into measurable outcomes and observable behaviours, prioritising outcomes by importance and stakeholder satisfaction, and linking leading indicators (behaviour changes) to lagging indicators (operational KPIs and broader business priorities) to show credible contribution rather than perfect causation. ----------- multiplytransfer.com ----------- Houra Amin is the founder of Blue Jay Learning, where she helps organisations design learning strategies and programmes that shift behaviour and improve performance in ways that are meaningful to the business. With a background in Educational Psychology and a deep interest in behavioural science, she works with clients to move beyond content and activity, and towards interventions that are strategically aligned and measurable.Her work focuses on clarifying business outcomes, understanding the jobs people are trying to get done, and designing environments and experiences where the right behaviours become easier. She has supported global organisations across financial services, healthcare, and energy. LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/houraamin/https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-jay-learning/

    43 min
  2. FEB 13

    The Elephant in the Training Room with Julie Dirksen

    The Elephant in the Training Room with Julie Dirksen. In this episode of Multiply Transfer Radio, host Fergal Connolly interviews learning and development expert Julie Dirksen about effective training strategies. They discuss the limitations of traditional training methods, stressing the importance of practical application and reinforcing learning in the workplace. Julie emphasizes the need to move beyond simply creating content by understanding the intricacies of how people actually learn and making training relevant and meaningful. Key takeaways include the significance of repeated exposure, the role of managers in reinforcing training, and understanding the emotional and practical needs of learners. Julie also highlights upcoming trends in virtual reality and artificial intelligence that could revolutionize learning experiences. 00:00 Introduction to Multiply Transfer Radio 02:30 Understanding Effective Learning Design 04:39 Challenges in Learning Application 07:35 The Importance of Iterative Learning 10:20 Making Learning Meaningful and Contextual 16:37 Addressing Modern Learning Distractions 20:35 The Rider and the Elephant Metaphor 23:41 The Disconnect Between Logic and Emotion in Learning 26:15 Understanding Audience Motivation 27:07 Designing Learning for Behavior Change 34:14 The Role of Managers in Learning Transfer 40:12 Exciting Research and Emerging Ideas 44:41 Practical Advice for Effective Training 46:52 Conclusion and Key Takeaways Go to MutiplyTransfer.com for more application focused learning transfer materials. Julie Dirksen can be found at: LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliedirksen/Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/designforhowpeoplelearnJulie’s online course: https://designbetterlearning.com/Julie’s current workshop offerings: https://usablelearning.com/current/

    48 min

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The only podcast 100% focused on Learning Transfer and turning learning into improved performance. This podcast is for people in L&D who want to design and deliver effective training and help others to grow through learning. For more on the science of transfer and actionable approaches to maximise performance visit ⁠multiplytransfer.com