The Business of Caring In a world where 88% of people feel uncared for by their employers, Bob Chapman, CEO of Barry-Wehmiller, has built a business empire on the idea that everyone matters. Chapman’s journey, from taking over his father’s struggling company to leading a $3.6 billion global enterprise, is a testament to the power […]
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As a learning professional tasked with designing career roadmaps for others, your role is pivotal in guiding employees towards fulfilling and successful career trajectories. Here’s a framework to help you empower individuals within your organization to create impactful career roadmaps through learning: Your Role: Facilitator and Guide Remember, you are not creating the roadmap for
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In today’s corporate learning and development (L&D) world, there’s a constant pressure to innovate, to adopt the latest technologies, and to create increasingly complex programs. We equate sophistication with effectiveness, believing that more content, more features, and more intricate designs will lead to better learning outcomes. However, in this pursuit of complexity, we often overlook
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Jerry Zandstra: Miriam, thank you for taking the time to speak with me today. As a recognized transformer CLO, you’ve been instrumental in helping to shape the organizations you’ve worked at. I’d love to dive into your suggestions and recommendations based on what you’ve seen over the years. Miriam Taylor: Sure, I’m happy to share,
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, learning leaders face the critical challenge of ensuring their teams possess the necessary technical skills to thrive. This article delves into practical strategies and insights from experienced professionals, offering a roadmap for cultivating a culture of continuous learning and empowering teams to master new technologies. Jerry Zandstra (JZ): As
Technology in learning has come a long way from just an LMS and a few authoring tools. Today, AI, AR/VR, and advanced analytics are changing the game, and learning leaders can’t afford to sit on the sidelines. But does that mean they need to be tech experts? Not exactly. What they do need is a
Long-range planning is often a struggle for learning and development (L&D) leaders. Caught in the whirlwind of daily demands, it’s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. However, strategic, long-term planning is essential for aligning L&D with business goals, maximizing resources, and ultimately driving organizational success. This article explores the importance of long-range planning
(JZ) As we progress with our series, “Learning Leader As…,” we explore a topic that’s both interesting and unique. While it might initially appear to be just a leadership topic, its relevance extends across our entire industry. The concept of servant leadership is not new; however, its definition and core principles take on a distinct
Successful Learning & Development (L&D) initiatives rely on strong stakeholder engagement. Without the right people involved at the right time, projects can face delays, misalignment, or lack of buy-in. Our recent webinar explored best practices for identifying, involving, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive project success. Before beginning a project, it is important to identify
Today’s learning teams are more diverse and distributed than ever, presenting unique leadership challenges. In this article, Miriam Taylor and Jerry Zandstra discuss building high-performing teams in this complex landscape, exploring key areas like trust, continuous learning, motivation, and conflict management. Their insights offer valuable guidance for learning leaders navigating the modern workplace. Miriam Taylor: