EPISODES 28-31 OF THE LOVE. PEOPLE. TECHNOLOGY. LEARNING. PODCAST
Tamara Kocharova
L&D Digital Fairy | ?? people & tech | AI Learning Evangelist | L&D Podcast Host ???
Here's a recap of Episodes 28-31 of my LOVE. PEOPLE. TECHNOLOGY. LEARNING. podcast! From thought-provoking discussions with industry leaders to deep dives into emerging trends in learning and development, each episode has been a unique exploration of the dynamic intersection between people, technology, and love of lifelong learning. Revisit the inspiring conversations, valuable insights, and memorable moments here:
Episode 28. Leadership Development Trends: Tips and Insights from Sabrina Deshner
Episode 28 of the LOVE.PEOPLE.TECHNOLOGY.LEARNING. podcast features Sabrina Deshner, an inspiring Leadership Development Consultant, Facilitator, Speaker, and Associate Director at the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College. With over 15 years dedicated to leadership development, Sabrina has influenced countless leaders through innovative programs, personality assessments, and collaborative approaches.?In this episode, she discusses how she keeps programs at Rollins College on the cutting edge, equipping leaders with the skills they’ll need for the future. Sabrina shares her methods for building trust and fostering connections in leadership development, with techniques designed to create lasting impact. She also highlights her popular LinkedIn series, Weekly Leadership Soundbite, where she offers insights and advice drawn from exceptional leaders.?Tune in for Sabrina’s expert tips and insights on the latest leadership trends!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Sabrina’s Career Journey: Sabrina's path to leadership development began with a love for psychology and evolved through various roles in HR, nonprofits, and higher education. Her experiences helped shape her passion for empowering others in leadership.
Essential Leadership Skills: Sabrina emphasizes the importance of foundational skills like feedback, effective communication, and conflict management, which are universally applicable across team dynamics and leadership levels.
Future-Ready Leadership: Sabrina discusses the need for future leaders to embrace coaching, continuous skill assessment, and integration of technology, including AI, to remain competitive and effective in evolving workplaces.
Building Trust through Relationships: Sabrina believes in getting to know team members as individuals to build trust and enhance collaboration. She stresses the value of feedback and empowering others with project ownership to develop confidence and skills.
Advice for Emerging Leaders: Sabrina encourages new leaders to embrace their unique experiences and articulate their value confidently, a skill that can benefit both personal and professional life.
Importance of Soft Skills: In addition to technical skills, Sabrina highlights the significance of “human skills”, like empathy, active listening, and the ability to handle difficult conversations, as critical for effective leadership.
Listen to the episode: https://www.lanes.ai/podcasts-episode-28
Episode 29. Learning Science: Overcoming Skills Gaps in the Age of AI
Episode 29 of the LOVE.PEOPLE.TECHNOLOGY.LEARNING. podcast features Sandra Loughlin, PhD, Chief Learning Scientist at EPAM Systems. In this conversation, Sandra shares insights into her fascinating work at EPAM, where she bridges theory and practice by applying learning science directly to real-world skills development, making workplace learning more impactful and actionable. She explains the shift toward skills-based organizations, highlighting why this approach is crucial for fostering a culture of continuous growth. Discussing the Age of AI, Sandra describes how EPAM leverages AI-driven tools and immersive learning games to support on-the-job skill-building, seamlessly integrating technology into learning. She also emphasizes the often-overlooked power of informal learning as a foundational element of any sustainable development strategy.This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about modern approaches to learning and development!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The Power of Informal Learning: Sandra emphasizes that real learning often happens outside of traditional training settings. Practice, feedback, and on-the-job experience are where true development occurs, but these methods are often under-supported in traditional L&D models.
Motivation Over Content: Learning isn’t just about accessing or consuming content. It’s essential to focus on motivating employees to learn by working closely with HR and the business. Engaging learners is key to ensuring they’re truly invested in skill development.
Building a Skills-Based Culture: Sandra tells about the importance of creating a corporate culture where skill development is continuous and embedded in the organization’s DNA.?
Addressing Skills Gaps Proactively: With AI and technology advancing rapidly, Sandra points out that companies can’t rely solely on hiring to fill skills gaps. Instead, they need to proactively build a workforce that can continuously adapt by learning new skills, making in-house training and upskilling a strategic priority.
AI as a Partner in Learning: Sandra sees AI not only as a tool for content delivery but as a personalized learning partner that provides real-time feedback and supports skill validation. By integrating AI into learning, organizations can create a dynamic environment where employees receive guidance and measurable feedback, helping to bridge skill gaps efficiently.
Redefining Success Metrics in Learning: Sandra explains that traditional L&D metrics, such as course completion rates and hours spent in training, fall short in proving real impact. Instead, organizations should prioritize metrics that reflect actual skill acquisition and application on the job.
Listen to the episode: https://www.lanes.ai/podcasts-episode-29
Episode 30. Kirstin’s Bigger Mission: Serving the Greater Good as CLO at the IRS
In this episode of LOVE.PEOPLE.TECHNOLOGY.LEARNING., Tamara sits down with Kirstin Austin, Chief Learning Officer at the IRS, to uncover insights on building a mission-driven career in public service and the strategies behind fostering a thriving learning culture within one of the largest government agencies in the U.S. Kirstin shares her journey from private sector to federal service, where she finds purpose in driving meaningful impact.This episode covers:
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Tune in to discover how Kirstin’s leadership is shaping the future of learning in public service and her vision on navigating large-scale, impactful projects. Whether you're in the public or private sector, this conversation will inspire new approaches to leadership and learning!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Mission-Driven Career Shift: Kirstin emphasized the significance of public service in her career. Coming from a family with a tradition of public service, she transitioned from the private sector to government work, driven by a desire to contribute to a bigger mission.
Listening to Internal Customers: At the IRS, Kirstin aligns learning initiatives by actively listening to internal stakeholders, both informally and through structured governance. This approach ensures that their learning programs address real pain points and meet the goals effectively.
Inclusive Culture and Empowerment: Kirstin highlighted the importance of inclusion and empowerment within the IRS University. She believes in listening authentically to all voices and fostering an environment where employees feel supported in their career development, which in turn strengthens engagement and retention.
Perseverance in Large-Scale Projects: Reflecting on her leadership experience, Kirstin shares that perseverance and flexibility are crucial. She learned to "go slow to go fast," slowing down when necessary to overcome obstacles and ensure successful project completion.
Leadership Development through External Perspectives: Kirstin values exposing leaders to diverse perspectives by sending them to external learning programs. This initiative counters the insularity and fosters collaborative and compassionate leadership within the organization.
Future Trends in L&D: Kirstin sees AI as a transformative trend, especially in content development. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of creating interactive, practice-based training and utilizing cohort learning for ongoing skill development and team cohesion.
Listen to the episode: https://www.lanes.ai/podcasts-episode-30
Episode 31. Don’t Be the Slow Part: How Immersive Technology Elevates L&D
Episode 31 of LOVE.PEOPLE.TECHNOLOGY.LEARNING. features Phoenix Cavalier, a learning technology and business strategist, and the Founder of Verus Learning. With over 20 years of experience in L&D, Phoenix’s passion is to explore, challenge, and push the boundaries of new platforms, tools, and technologies — going beyond the buzz and hype.?Phoenix shares how integrating cutting-edge tech can transform organizational learning. But it’s not just about the tech; it’s about creating an environment where learning moves at the speed of work, ensuring your team doesn’t get left behind.?Get ready for an insightful conversation on making learning faster, smarter, and more human!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Career Growth through Adaptation: Phoenix shared how he transitioned into learning and development by embracing unexpected opportunities and negotiating for his growth, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy and adaptability in career development.
Balancing Technology and Humanity in L&D: Technology, like AR and VR, can enhance learning experiences, but its implementation must focus on serving people, not overshadowing the human element. Phoenix stressed evaluating tools critically to ensure they address real pain points.
The Need for Fast-Paced Learning Solutions: Learning must integrate seamlessly into the flow of work. Phoenix highlighted that modern solutions should prioritize accessibility, speed, and relevance to keep up with real-world demands.
The Power of Learning Culture: A strong learning culture requires leadership's belief in learning as an investment, not an expense. Aligning terminology, goals, and actions around learning creates consistency and fosters trust within an organization.
Embracing Imperfection to Foster Creativity: The "ugly baby" analogy encourages creating imperfect prototypes as a way to generate ideas and reduce fear of judgment, fostering a more innovative and productive environment.
Personal Philosophy on Navigating Change: Phoenix’s mantra “I don’t control the oceans, but I adjust my sails” reflects his approach to embracing inevitable change and focusing on what can be controlled to move forward effectively.
Listen to the episode: https://www.lanes.ai/podcasts-episode-31
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