Is Training The Answer?

Rory Sacks & John Parsell
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Is Training The Answer?

Is Training The Answer? sets out to learn more about the world of Learning and Development from a leadership perspective. Join John and Rory as they talk to CLOs, Senior Directors, VPs, and other senior Learning and Development professionals from companies big and small. The goal is to learn about what it takes to build and grow a successful L&D department. We talk about concepts such as presenting learner data to senior leadership, what big (and small) challenges they face, how to successfully build an L&D brand, what to look for when hiring the right people, and more.

  1. 16 HR. AGO

    Redefining L&D with David James

    In this episode, we talk with David James, Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and host of the L&D Podcast. Together, we discuss why traditional L&D methods fall short, and how to build credibility with stakeholders and focus on impact over delivery. You'll learn to be a Super Connector and drive value by connecting the dots between business units. Plus David shares practical advice and insights from his career to help accelerate yours.

    38 min

  2. SEP 5

    Maximizing Employee Learning: Insights from Marketing Expert Brandon Linn

    In this episode of Is Training the Answer, we are joined by Brandon Linn, a top marketing leader and consultant. Brandon shares his expertise on how L&D leaders can enhance their marketing strategies to improve employee engagement and experience. Key topics include the significance of feedback loops, innovative ways to market L&D initiatives effectively, practical strategies for effective L&D marketing, and how to measure success.

    44 min

  3. AUG 8

    L&D Branding Essentials: Enhancing Internal Identity

    In this episode, we dive into branding and marketing for Learning & Development (L&D). We discuss how to construct a strong internal brand, and the significant benefits of doing so, including enhancing L&D employee engagement and morale. Tune in for practical advice on building your L&D brand, aligning it with organizational strategy, and marketing it through the 'Four P's of Marketing' framework: Product, Price, Place, and Promotion.  Web: istrainingtheanswer.com: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jparsell/ Rory: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rorysacks/

    35 min

  4. MAY 9

    Building Effective L&D Strategies

    In this episode, join us as we explore the critical components of crafting successful L&D strategies, emphasizing alignment with organizational goals and mission. With practical advice and real-world examples, we'll guide you through the importance of strategic planning and adaptation in driving business success. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or new to the field, tune in for actionable insights on fostering a culture of continuous learning within your organization.

    24 min

  5. FEB 26

    JC Quintana

    In this episode, we're joined by JC Quintana, founder of Dialogue-7, keynote speaker, and author of "The Speaking Frankly" book series. We discuss how to use JC's seven elements to build relationships and successfully navigate difficult conversations with stakeholders and leaders at your organization.

    32 min

  6. FEB 1

    The Importance of Building Relationships

    In this episode, Rory and John discuss the importance of building relationships outside of your Learning and development organization. We share our approach, some laughs, and things we do to build relationships with our colleagues at work.

    33 min

  7. 11/06/2023

    Gabe Gloege - Co-Founder - Cultivate Me

    In this episode, we're joined by Gabe Gloege Co-Founder of Cultivateme. We discuss Lean learning practices, running learning like a business, and never asking a question that if you asked your mother, she would lie to you!

    32 min

  8. 08/17/2023

    Camille Graux - Senior Manager, Learning & Development

    In this episode, we're joined by Camille Graux, Senior Manager of Learning & Development at Dataiku, the platform for everyday AI. We talk about automation, scaling to meet demand, creating dashboards, and more!

    34 min
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Is Training The Answer? sets out to learn more about the world of Learning and Development from a leadership perspective. Join John and Rory as they talk to CLOs, Senior Directors, VPs, and other senior Learning and Development professionals from companies big and small. The goal is to learn about what it takes to build and grow a successful L&D department. We talk about concepts such as presenting learner data to senior leadership, what big (and small) challenges they face, how to successfully build an L&D brand, what to look for when hiring the right people, and more.

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  • Creator
    Rory Sacks & John Parsell
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Rory Sacks & John Parsell
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