46: Staying Ahead: Thriving with Essential Skills in a Rapidly Changing World with Steve Gilman

Aug 15, 2024

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Steve Gilman, former professional baseball player and Intelligence Officer, and current CEO of OneRange, joins Damon and Darren on the podcast to share his journey into the learning and development sector. Emphasizing the importance of continuous upskilling in today's rapidly evolving job market, Steve draws insightful parallels between his athletic career and the corporate world. He also shares how his company, OneRange - the intelligent upskilling marketplace that connects companies and their employees to world-class learning providers - addresses the common gap between training availability and employee access, offering a streamlined solution that leverages data analytics and AI. Today’s discussion highlights how adaptable, high-quality training programs enhance productivity and retention, especially in the fast-paced modern workforce, and underscores the crucial need for businesses to invest in employee development to maintain a competitive edge.

Episode Highlights:

[0:00:00] Introduction of Steve Gilman.

[0:01:45] Steve’s career transitions and founding OneRange.

[0:04:27] Insights on leadership and continuous learning.

[0:07:15] OneRange.

[0:08:38] The gap between training availability and employee access.

[0:12:50] Aligning training with immediate work needs.

[0:15:21] The role of continuous learning in business productivity and talent retention.

[0:18:24] Case study of a OneRange client’s upskilling program, improving engagement and growth.

[0:21:03] Aligning training investment with business needs using data-driven approaches.

[0:24:56] The gap between executive perception and employee experience in training programs.

[0:27:52] Suggestions for training companies to provide high-quality, relevant content.

[0:30:39] In-demand skills like AI and managerial soft skills reflecting workforce evolution.

[0:33:01] Impact of AI on learning and skill development.

[0:35:56] Core KPIs for assessing learning programs.

[0:37:55] Steve’s personal learning pursuits and staying updated with industry trends.

[0:40:00] Managing continuous learning alongside personal responsibilities.

[0:43:25] Practical negotiation strategies for win-win outcomes.

About Our Guest:

Steve Gilman, Co-founder & CEO of OneRange, began his career in professional sports and the US military. After graduating from Yale, he was drafted by the Detroit Tigers where he experienced the power of elite upskilling programs, and post-baseball, joined the Defense Intelligence Agency, advancing quickly while conducting counterproliferation missions. After earning an MBA from Columbia, Steve discovered that corporate skill development lagged behind his previous experiences and now aims to bring top methodologies from sports and military to businesses. He also lectures at Yale and Columbia and advises early-stage tech companies.

Connect With Our Guest:

Website: https://www.onerange.co/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegilman26/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onerange/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yougetrange

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onerangeco/

X: https://x.com/onerangeco

Resources Referenced:

Harvard Business Review: https://hbr.org/

The Economist: https://www.economist.com/

Kelley Blue Book: https://www.kbb.com/

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Email: podcast@learnit.com