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Adapting to Change and Implementing a Holistic Approach to L&D with Matt Jones Sep 03, 2024

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In this brilliant interview, Adam speaks with Matt Jones, Head of Talent at nonbank specialist mortgage lender Pepper Money, responsible for L&D and recruitment.

With 20 years of experience as an L&D professional, he champions continuous learning and a people-centric approach to business through his work at Pepper Money and by delivering talks on neurodiversity. Holding a law degree and a PGCE in adult education, Matt is skilled in coaching and helping others develop themselves in soft skills, team building, and identifying creative solutions.

In this episode, Adam and Matt discuss:

Building a L&D in your organisation from scratch.
Providing support and adapting to change.
Shifting Learning from a facilitator-led to a learner-led model.
Creating reactive and proactive mental health initiatives.
Providing personalised support to create future leaders.

Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-jones-955989108/

Global Learning: Aligning L&D with Global Vision and Strategy with Avinash Chandarana Aug 20, 2024

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In this exciting interview, Adam speaks with Avinash Chandarana, a learning strategist and proven leader in global workplace learning and performance.

He is an innovative and passionate leader in the L&D space. He integrates AI into learning strategies to create personalised learner experiences on a global level. A fellow at the Learning and Performance Institute and current Learning and Development Director for MCI Group, Avinash is pushing the boundaries in L&D to create high-quality learning trajectories using various AI and other technologies.

In this episode, Adam and Avinash discuss:

Aligning L&D strategy with a wider vision and goal.
Integrating technology and decentralising power in L&D.
Implementing various branding and marketing methods in L&D initiatives.
Adapting to budget constraints and organisational changes.
The future of AI in L&D.

Connect with Avinash on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avinashc/

Developing Leaders in a Fast Growing Organisation with Phil Yetzes Aug 06, 2024

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In this exciting interview, Adam speaks Phil Yetzes, L&D Lead in the Nuclear Business Unit at Morgan Sindall.

He is passionate about leadership development and has crafted bespoke programs for senior executives and trained managers in effective communication and change management.

In this episode, Adam and Phil discuss:

The importance of psychological safety in L&D initiatives.
Training the next generation of workers and filling the skills gaps.
The benefits of implementing coaching into the workplace.
Training people to be brilliant people managers.
The challenges of implementing training in a fast growing organisation.

Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillyetzes/

Webinar Recording: Leading Future Humans - Unleashing the Potential in Others Jul 30, 2024

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Liggy and Adam are back with another webinar from the Future Human series - Leading Future Humans - Unleashing the Potential in Others.

Inspired by the Skills for the Future outlined by the World Economic Forum, we'll explore the essential behavioural skills that define tomorrow's leaders. From fostering Resilience to igniting Initiative, we'll equip you with the tools and insights needed to cultivate these critical competencies in yourself and those you lead.

Get ready for a dynamic discussion filled with top tips, actionable strategies, and inspiring stories from both the business world and our own careers. Whether you're a seasoned leader or embarking on your leadership journey, this webinar is your gateway to unlocking the full potential of yourself and your team.

Supporting L&D Across Multiple Cultures and Continents with Shellie Le Bras Jul 23, 2024

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In this exciting interview, Adam speaks with Shellie Le Bras, Global Learning and Development Manager at a large international drinks company.

She is a passionate advocate for social justice and education and has built her career in L&D on the belief that education drives societal change. With a background in political science and HR, she now leads strategic training initiatives across Europe, Asia, and America.

In this episode, Adam and Shellie discuss:

Understanding who you're delivering to, and their requirements
Recognising cultural differences and adapting to them
Collaborating with senior leaders to get buy-in for L&D.
The importance of psychological safety in training initiatives.
Offer training inside the correct time zones to get maximum engagement.

Connect with Shellie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shellie-le-bras-hr-learning-and-development/

From Martial Arts to L&D with Ash Wedderburn (GB Railfreight) Jul 09, 2024

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In this fascinating interview, Adam speaks with Ash Wedderburn, the Learning & Development Manager at GB Railfreight.

Ash leads on all things training, learning and development. Previously at Showsec and before that at G4S, Ash has a background in identifying learning needs and developing, launching and managing complex learning initiatives in a variety of organisational environments.

In this episode, Adam and Ash discuss:

The benefits of a centralised L&D function for GB Railfreight
Commercialising L&D for ROI
Delving into understanding the link between what employees want to learn and how this matches with the organisations strategic objectives.
How the importance of speaking to those who will be doing the training cannot be underestimated.
The fact that L&D practitioners will need to do multiple iterations of their plans before getting to something that will benefit the organisation and the employee.
The important questions you need to ask when designing a piece of L&D.

Connect with Ash on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashendenwedderburn/

Empowering Women in Leadership Roles with Delphine Mourot, Director at HEC Jun 25, 2024

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In this brilliant interview, Adam speaks with Delphine Mourot, Director at HEC, Executive Coach, Teacher, and Author.

A HEC graduate, Delphine also holds master's degrees in political science, international law and taxation, and European law. She recently co-authored the book Take the Lead, which is focused on developing female leaders.

She now works withC-Suites, Managing Directors and Executive Directors across a variety of international organisations.

In this episode, Adam and Delphine discuss:

The leadership canvas in her book, Take the Lead, and the 7 C's.
How everyone is creative and the links to problem-solving at work.
How having women in leadership positions shouldn't be a tick-box exercise and how it can help achieve business goals.
The benefits of showing women good role models in business to help with the transition from the school system to the corporate world.

Buy Take the Lead.

Connect with Delphine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delphine-mourot-haxaire-007a0811/

Connecting Learning With Outcomes and Impact with Lars Hyland Jun 11, 2024

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In this fascinating interview, Adam speaks with Lars Hyland Managing Director EMEA at Totara Learning.

Lars has over 27 years of experience in the design and implementation of large scale learning programs and performance improvement solutions. He's also a conference speaker and a passionate advocate for the positive impact technology has on learning and education.

In this episode Adam and Lars discuss:

The five key questions to ask to develop your L&D into a learning culture.
The importance of L&D being at the table when discussing organisational strategies.
How you can help get more employees involved in L&D.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larshyland/

Totara Learning: https://www.totara.com/

Embedding Audio Learning in Your Organisation with Adam Lacey and Richard Ward May 28, 2024

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What we've learned from piloting and launching audio learning in multiple organisations.

Assemble You launched in 2022 with a mission to bring podcast-style learning to time-poor, screen-fatigued professionals and frontline workers. Allowing learning to be accessible and consumed at a convenient time for workers.

In this session, Adam and Rich, Co-Founders of Assemble You, will take you through:

The rationale for audio in L&D
How to make audio learning work in your organisation: We'll examine topics that work well for audio and the type of technology available to facilitate this.
The power of audio when delivering sensitive or unfamiliar topics.

The Power of Persuasion and Influence in L&D with Dr Keith O'Brien May 15, 2024

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In this fascinating interview, Adam speaks with Dr Keith O'Brian, Director of Consulting at Influence at Work, about how to use persuasion and influence at work in a learning and development context.

Keith currently leads a team of behavioural scientists to create innovative solutions that change behaviour and achieve organisational objectives. He is an expert in designing persuasive technology to change minds and behaviour, spanning 8+ years in tech and digital products.

In this episode, they discuss:

The six principles of persuasion from Robert Cialdini.
Differences between learning cultures and action cultures in L&D.
The need for leadership buy-in and psychological safety when creating a learning culture.

Keith gives practical tips on how to use persuasion and influence effectively in L&D. If you are looking to influence, inspire and move others to take action, this is a must-listen-to episode.

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithmobrien/

Influence at Work: https://influenceatwork.co.uk/

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