74 episodes

Tune into The Training Associates (TTA) “Bring Out the Talent” podcast to hear from learning and development talent and partners on their innovative approaches and industry insights. In each episode, TTA’s CEO, Maria Melfa, and Talent Manager, Jocelyn Allen will chat with subject matter experts and bring you casual, yet insightful conversations. Maria and Jocelyn use their unique blend of industry experience and humor to interview the L&D industry’s most influential people, latest topics, and powerful stories. Each episode has important takeaways that will help to create a culture of continuous learning within your organization. Tune in as we Bring Out The Talent!

Bring Out the Talent: A Learning and Development Podcast Maria Melfa & Jocelyn Allen

    • Business
    • 4.3 • 27 Ratings

Tune into The Training Associates (TTA) “Bring Out the Talent” podcast to hear from learning and development talent and partners on their innovative approaches and industry insights. In each episode, TTA’s CEO, Maria Melfa, and Talent Manager, Jocelyn Allen will chat with subject matter experts and bring you casual, yet insightful conversations. Maria and Jocelyn use their unique blend of industry experience and humor to interview the L&D industry’s most influential people, latest topics, and powerful stories. Each episode has important takeaways that will help to create a culture of continuous learning within your organization. Tune in as we Bring Out The Talent!

    The Power of Presence: Strategies for Effective Leadership Communication

    The Power of Presence: Strategies for Effective Leadership Communication

    In a world where effective communication can make or break a leader, mastering the art of presence and message crafting is more important than ever. In fact, according to a Forbes study, 85% of job success stems from well-developed soft skills, with public speaking and communication being paramount. This underscores the critical importance of not just what you say, but how you say it. In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we welcome Christina Butler, President and Lead Facilitator f...

    • 46 min
    Navigating Change Management

    Navigating Change Management

    In an era where change is constant, mastering change management is crucial for organizational success. In fact, a McKinsey report found that 73% of organizations fail to achieve substantial returns on their change management investments, highlighting the need for effective leadership during transitions. In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we welcome longtime TTA partner Joe Jordan. As a speaker, corporate trainer, author, and business advisor, Joe has spent over 30 years helping compan...

    • 49 min
    Leadership Development: Strategies for Sustaining Growth and Adaptability

    Leadership Development: Strategies for Sustaining Growth and Adaptability

    In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we are joined by Phil Cicio, a seasoned TTA consultant and Leadership Development expert. Join us as we discuss our off-the-shelf comprehensive leadership development programs – ‘Strategies for Sustaining Growth and Adaptability.’ These leadership development programs are specifically designed to empower new and emerging leaders, and mid-level leaders. These impactful programs are founded on real-world success and experience in cultivating leade...

    • 48 min
    Aligning L&D for Impact: Driving Corporate Goals with Strategic OKRs

    Aligning L&D for Impact: Driving Corporate Goals with Strategic OKRs

    In today's ever-changing business landscape, aligning learning and development with organizational goals is not just strategic, it’s essential. In fact, according to an ATD report, organizations that have strong alignment between L&D and business goals achieve 13% higher mean revenue per employee.In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we welcome Dr. Jessica Brown, CEO & Founder of Cultivate2Generate. With a background spanning 15 years in consulting and coaching, Dr. Brown has ded...

    • 44 min
    Empowering Leadership: Fostering Workplace Confidence

    Empowering Leadership: Fostering Workplace Confidence

    Unlocking the secret to success often begins with a single step: building confidence. It's a critical component not just for individual growth, but as the cornerstone of effective leadership. In this episode of 'Bring Out the Talent,' we are joined by Velera Wilson, founder and CEO of Positive Identity, a company that helps people gain the skills to lead with greater confidence in their career. Together we dive into the heart of leadership, confidence, and the transformative power of both in ...

    • 34 min
    Instructional Design Strategies for Organizational Growth

    Instructional Design Strategies for Organizational Growth

    In an era where knowledge becomes obsolete almost overnight, the continuous investment in learning and development has proven essential for organizational agility and growth. In fact, a LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report revealed that 51% of companies globally are increasing their spend on learning and development, reflecting a widespread recognition of its critical role in achieving business success. As we navigate this era of rapid change, the strategic integration of instructional design i...

    • 46 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
27 Ratings

27 Ratings

Professional trainer ,

Role model for how to run a company with kindness, generosity, and inclusivity

I stumbled upon this podcast several days ago I recognized the name, Maria Melfa, and remembered back to my short stay at Framingham South high school. could this be Maria Melfa that I attended American and English literature classes with? Indeed, this is Maria! She probably doesn’t remember me, but I am very glad to know that she has had what appears to be a very rewarding, fulfilling life/career. It sounds like she has mentored and been exceptionally instrumental not only in building her company, but perhaps, most importantly, she has clearly demonstrated the best leader ship for the individuals who work with her! How commendable and admirable. if I was looking to work for a company, this sounds like the type of company I would be interested in working for.
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Yasssss, Queen!

Absolutely love listening to this podcast!

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Very informative

I enjoyed learning more about the company I have been working for as a contractor for over ten years. Excellent company.

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