Training Impact Podcast

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Training Impact Podcast Scaling Channel Performance Through Learning and Discipline Growth does not create strength. It exposes weakness. The Training Impact Podcast explores what it truly takes to scale performance across franchise systems, dealer networks, resellers, service providers, and distributed partner ecosystems. Hosted by Jeff Walter, Founder and CEO of LatitudeLearning, this show goes beyond instructional design and course development. It examines the architecture required to build disciplined, high-performing channel networks. Most business leaders invest heavily in sales, marketing, and product innovation. Far fewer treat training as performance infrastructure. This podcast bridges that gap. Through executive conversations, strategic frameworks, and real-world case studies, we explore: How learning systems evolve from content libraries to measurable performance engines The disciplines required to scale partner networks without increasing variance Certification architecture and role clarity Skill development at scale KPI integration and performance alignment Structural stress tests that reveal weaknesses during growth The emerging role of AI in distributed performance systems Each episode fits within one of three tracks: Learning as Infrastructure, Channel Performance Disciplines, and Structural Stress Tests. If you lead franchise development, partner enablement, channel sales, field operations, or learning strategy in a distributed enterprise, this podcast is designed for you. Because scaling a channel is not multiplication. It is load amplification. And architecture determines the outcome. 🎧 New episodes every week featuring channel experts from across industries including retail, finance, automotive, healthcare, and tech. 👉 Follow Jeff Walter on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreywalter 🌐 Learn more about LatitudeLearning: www.LatitudeLearning.com #ChannelPerformance #FranchiseGrowth #PartnerEnablement #ChannelEnablement #FranchiseTraining #ExtendedEnterprise #DealerNetworks #ChannelSales #OrganizationalPerformance #ScalingSystems #LearningArchitecture #PerformanceInfrastructure #FieldOperations #BusinessScaling #TrainingImpactPodcast

  1. 2d ago ·  Video

    70. InternCrew: The Game-Changing Workforce Strategy That Begins Before Graduation

    America's workforce shortage is often viewed as a recruiting problem, but what if the real challenge begins years before an employer posts a job opening? In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠, Jeff Walter sits down with Corey Koopmans, co-founder of ⁠InternCrew⁠, to explore how work-based learning, internships, career exploration, and mentorship can help bridge the gap between education and employment. Rather than focusing solely on hiring, the conversation examines how giving students meaningful exposure to careers before graduation can lead to better career decisions, stronger talent pipelines, and a more prepared workforce. Corey shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey through payroll, workforce analytics, HR technology, and education technology, explaining how those experiences led to the creation of InternCrew. The discussion explores why skilled trades continue to face significant labor shortages despite offering rewarding, high-paying careers, and why many students never consider these opportunities simply because they lack real-world exposure to them. Jeff and Corey also discuss the barriers that often prevent employers from participating in internship and work-based learning programs, how InternCrew removes much of that administrative complexity by serving as the employer of record, and why mentorship benefits both students and experienced professionals alike. The episode concludes with an insightful conversation about artificial intelligence and how today's students may use AI as a powerful tool to reshape the future of work and career development. Whether you're a learning and development leader, educator, HR professional, franchise executive, employer, or business leader focused on workforce development, this episode offers practical insights into building stronger talent pipelines by connecting students with meaningful career experiences before they enter the workforce. Learn more about InternCrew: ⁠https://interncrew.com/⁠ For more Training Impact Podcast episodes: ⁠https://www.latitudelearning.com/insights/podcast/⁠ Follow the Training Impact Podcast on social media: ⁠https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast⁠ #TrainingImpactPodcast #InternCrew #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkBasedLearning #Internships #CareerReadiness #SkilledTrades #LearningAndDevelopment #TalentDevelopment #CorporateTraining #FutureOfWork #AI #Mentorship #WorkforceReadiness #ExtendedEnterprise

  2. Aug 10 ·  Video

    69. Boundless Markets: The Hidden Intelligence Already Living Inside Your Network

    What if the answers your organization needs are already hidden inside your network? In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠, Jeff Walter sits down with Brad Mehl, founder of ⁠Boundless Markets⁠, to explore how organizations can uncover valuable insights from customers, employees, franchisees, dealers, distributors, and channel partners. Rather than relying solely on surveys, focus groups, and performance metrics, Brad shares how AI-powered self-guided interviews can help organizations capture deeper, more authentic feedback at scale. The conversation explores the concept of network intelligence and why some of the most valuable knowledge in an organization often exists outside of formal reports and dashboards. Brad explains how companies can identify hidden opportunities, discover emerging trends, surface innovation from the front lines, and transform tribal knowledge into actionable business intelligence. Jeff and Brad also discuss the importance of learning from your network, not just training it. They examine how organizations can create feedback loops that help leaders better understand customer needs, partner challenges, and operational realities while uncovering the "golden nuggets" that often drive breakthrough improvements and innovation. The episode also introduces Actify, a platform designed to transform reports, webinars, transcripts, and other content into interactive, action-oriented experiences that help people quickly find, understand, and act on the information most relevant to them. Whether you lead a franchise system, dealer network, channel partner program, customer training initiative, or learning and development function, this conversation offers practical insights into how AI can help organizations listen better, learn faster, and make smarter decisions. Topics include: • Network intelligence • Customer insights and audience research • AI-powered interviews • Organizational learning • Tribal knowledge capture • Franchise and dealer networks • Partner engagement • Innovation discovery • Knowledge management • Learning and development • Business intelligence • Audience feedback at scale Learn more about Boundless Markets: ⁠https://www.boundlessmarkets.com/⁠ Learn More about Actify: ⁠https://actifythis.com/ ⁠ 🎧 For more from the Training Impact Podcast, follow us on social media: ⁠https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast⁠ #TrainingImpactPodcast #BoundlessMarkets #CustomerInsights #AudienceIntelligence #KnowledgeManagement #LearningAndDevelopment #AI #FranchiseTraining #ChannelPartners #BusinessGrowth #OrganizationalLearning #InnovationManagement

  3. Aug 3 ·  Video

    68. Working to Winning: The Powerful Career Management Framework Every Professional Needs

    What does it take to build a successful career in a world where jobs, industries, and technologies are constantly changing? In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠, Jeff Walter sits down with Thomas Powner of ⁠Career Thinker⁠ and Ellen Steverson of ⁠StartingBlock Career Services⁠ to discuss their forthcoming book, Working to Winning: The Power of Knowing What Matters. Drawing on decades of experience in career management, recruiting, workforce development, and professional coaching, they share a practical framework for helping people take greater ownership of their careers while helping organizations create stronger, more engaged workforces. The conversation explores the difference between career development and career management, the importance of business fluency, the One Life, One Career philosophy, and why continuous learning has become essential in today's workplace. Thomas and Ellen also discuss how employers can play a more active role in supporting career growth, improving employee retention, and creating meaningful development opportunities. Whether you are an employee looking to navigate your career more intentionally, a leader responsible for developing talent, or a learning and development professional focused on workforce growth, this episode offers practical insights for building stronger careers and stronger organizations. Topics Covered Working to Winning: The Power of Knowing What Matters Career management versus career development The One Life, One Career philosophy Business fluency and employee engagement Workforce development and talent retention Learning while earning Professional growth and career resilience Leadership and career conversations Continuous learning in the age of AI The future of work #WorkingToWinning #CareerManagement #CareerThinker #WorkforceDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeRetention #LearningAndDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #FutureOfWork #TrainingImpactPodcast   ⁠

  4. Jul 27 ·  Video

    67. PeopleBest: The Powerful Science of Predicting Performance and Unlocking Human Potential

    What if you could predict employee success before making a hiring decision? In this episode of the⁠ Training Impact Podcast⁠, Jeff Walter sits down with Jim Hunter, founder of ⁠PeopleBest⁠, to explore how predictive analytics, behavioral science, and workforce data are changing the way organizations hire, develop, and retain talent. Drawing inspiration from the Moneyball approach to analytics, Jim shares the story behind PeopleBest and explains how organizations can move beyond resumes, interviews, and gut instinct to identify the competencies, motivations, and behaviors that truly drive performance. The conversation explores why technical skills alone are often not enough, how organizational fit influences success, and why understanding a person's coachability and trainability may be one of the most valuable insights a company can gain. Jeff and Jim discuss the hidden factors that separate top performers from average performers, how organizations can define success before measuring it, and why talent development should be aligned directly with business outcomes. They also examine the role of culture, leadership, employee development, and behavioral analytics in building stronger teams and creating long-term organizational success. Whether you're a learning and development leader, HR professional, recruiter, executive, or business owner, this episode provides practical insights into using data-driven talent strategies to unlock human potential and improve workforce performance. Learn more about PeopleBest: ⁠https://peoplebest.com/⁠ For more from the Training Impact Podcast: ⁠https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast⁠

  5. Jul 20 ·  Video

    66. Christian Brothers Automotive: The Powerful Connection Between Culture and Growth

    Modern vehicles have become increasingly sophisticated, requiring technicians to master far more than traditional mechanical repairs. In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠, Jeff Walter sits down with Dan Aldrich, Director of Technical Training and Development at ⁠Christian Brothers Automotive⁠, to discuss how effective training, mentorship, and leadership development prepare technicians for success in a rapidly changing industry. Dan shares insights from his career journey and explains how Christian Brothers Automotive has built a culture centered on continuous learning, personal growth, and operational excellence. The conversation explores technician development, workforce challenges, knowledge transfer, leadership pipelines, and the role training plays in creating exceptional customer experiences. Whether you are an L&D leader, training manager, operations executive, franchise leader, or automotive professional, this episode offers practical lessons on building high-performing teams through intentional learning and development. Learn more about Christian Brothers Automotive: ⁠Christian Brothers Automotive⁠ #TrainingImpactPodcast #ChristianBrothersAutomotive #DanAldrich #AutomotiveTraining #TechnicianDevelopment #WorkforceDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment #LearningAndDevelopment #CorporateTraining #EmployeeTraining #TechnicalTraining #Mentorship #TrainingStrategy #AutomotiveService #ContinuousLearning

  6. Jul 13 ·  Video

    65. NuScienta: Their Practical Guide to Thriving in the AI Era

    Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, learn, and make decisions. But despite all the attention AI receives, many professionals still struggle to understand what it is, how it works, and how to use it effectively. In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠, Jeff Walter speaks with Dr. Mechie Nkengla, founder and CEO of ⁠NuScienta⁠, about why AI literacy is becoming one of the most important skills for the future workforce. Dr. Nkengla shares her journey from applied mathematics and data science to entrepreneurship and AI education, explaining why continuous learning and adaptability are essential in a rapidly changing world. Together, they explore practical approaches to AI adoption, workforce readiness, productivity improvement, and building confidence with artificial intelligence. Rather than focusing on technical complexity, this conversation highlights how professionals, leaders, educators, and organizations can develop the knowledge needed to work alongside AI and make smarter decisions in an AI-driven future. Topics include AI literacy, workforce development, career reinvention, AI adoption strategies, productivity, leadership, learning and development, and the future of work. Learn more about NuScienta: ⁠https://nuscienta.com/⁠ Follow the Training Impact Podcast for more conversations on learning, performance, and workforce transformation. ⁠https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast

  7. Jul 6 ·  Video

    64. Virtuoso: Unlocking the Future of Mentorship Through Artificial Intelligence

    What if AI could do more than answer questions? What if it could help scale mentorship? In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠, Jeff Walter sits down with Jared Shaw, Founder of ⁠Virtuoso⁠, to explore a new approach to artificial intelligence in learning and development. Rather than focusing on content generation and automation, Virtuoso is using AI to create interactive, mentor-like learning experiences that adapt to individual learners while maintaining structured educational outcomes. Jared shares his unique journey from professional drummer and content creator to EdTech entrepreneur, explaining how the limitations of traditional online learning inspired the creation of Virtuoso. The conversation explores the gap between consuming information and truly understanding it, highlighting the critical role mentorship plays in learning, skill development, and knowledge retention. Jeff and Jared discuss how Virtuoso combines AI-powered interaction with curriculum-driven instruction, allowing learners to engage in meaningful dialogue, receive personalized guidance, and progress through structured learning pathways. They also explore the platform's innovative approach to personalization, which considers not only what learners know, but who they are, including their interests, experiences, and learning preferences. The discussion extends into workforce development, technical skills training, onboarding, certifications, and the future of learning technology. Throughout the episode, Jared emphasizes that AI should not replace human expertise but should help organizations extend the reach and impact of coaches, instructors, trainers, and mentors. Key topics include AI mentorship, personalized learning, adaptive instruction, workforce training, curriculum-driven AI, skill development, learning engagement, and the future of learning and development. Whether you are an L&D leader, training manager, educator, instructional designer, or simply curious about the future of AI-powered learning, this episode offers valuable insights into how technology can make learning more personal, engaging, and effective. Learn more about Virtuoso: ⁠https://virtuvision.app/⁠ Connect with the Training Impact Podcast for more conversations about learning, performance, workforce development, and organizational success.

  8. Jun 29 ·  Video

    63. Vujade: The Powerful Future of Team Communication and Collaboration

    In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠, Jeff Walter interviews Monty Miller and Doug Breckenridge, co-founders of ⁠Vujade⁠, about the science of communication, collaboration, and organizational performance. The conversation traces their nearly thirty-year professional relationship, which began during a business transformation project in India and eventually led to the creation of Vujade. Drawing on decades of experience in organizational development, leadership consulting, and global business operations, they share the challenges they observed helping organizations improve performance. Monty and Doug explain why traditional personality assessments often provide self-awareness but struggle to create actionable improvements in workplace relationships. They discuss how the Vujade platform takes a different approach by helping individuals understand how they communicate, process information, and collaborate with others. The episode explores topics including communication styles, cognitive diversity, trust, vulnerability, team dynamics, and leadership effectiveness. The founders also share insights from working with high-performing teams, including lessons learned from NASA and other organizations that leverage diverse perspectives to drive innovation. For learning and development leaders, HR professionals, executives, and managers, this conversation provides practical insights into improving workplace communication and building stronger teams through a deeper understanding of human differences. Learn more about Vujade: ⁠https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast⁠

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Training Impact Podcast Scaling Channel Performance Through Learning and Discipline Growth does not create strength. It exposes weakness. The Training Impact Podcast explores what it truly takes to scale performance across franchise systems, dealer networks, resellers, service providers, and distributed partner ecosystems. Hosted by Jeff Walter, Founder and CEO of LatitudeLearning, this show goes beyond instructional design and course development. It examines the architecture required to build disciplined, high-performing channel networks. Most business leaders invest heavily in sales, marketing, and product innovation. Far fewer treat training as performance infrastructure. This podcast bridges that gap. Through executive conversations, strategic frameworks, and real-world case studies, we explore: How learning systems evolve from content libraries to measurable performance engines The disciplines required to scale partner networks without increasing variance Certification architecture and role clarity Skill development at scale KPI integration and performance alignment Structural stress tests that reveal weaknesses during growth The emerging role of AI in distributed performance systems Each episode fits within one of three tracks: Learning as Infrastructure, Channel Performance Disciplines, and Structural Stress Tests. If you lead franchise development, partner enablement, channel sales, field operations, or learning strategy in a distributed enterprise, this podcast is designed for you. Because scaling a channel is not multiplication. It is load amplification. And architecture determines the outcome. 🎧 New episodes every week featuring channel experts from across industries including retail, finance, automotive, healthcare, and tech. 👉 Follow Jeff Walter on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreywalter 🌐 Learn more about LatitudeLearning: www.LatitudeLearning.com #ChannelPerformance #FranchiseGrowth #PartnerEnablement #ChannelEnablement #FranchiseTraining #ExtendedEnterprise #DealerNetworks #ChannelSales #OrganizationalPerformance #ScalingSystems #LearningArchitecture #PerformanceInfrastructure #FieldOperations #BusinessScaling #TrainingImpactPodcast

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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
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