Developing Better Managers Through Research at The Google School for Leaders

Caleb Gatlin and Becca Anzalone work at The Google School for Leaders. During this conversation, they discuss how Google is reshaping leadership development by embedding research and user feedback directly into learning design. Caleb and Becca share insights from the Learning Advisors program, a global network of managers and employees who provide real-time input to shape programs and tools. They explore how feedback is often misunderstood, why trust is the foundation of effective career conversations, and what it takes to design learning experiences that reflect the diverse realities of work inside a global organization. 

Links

• Caleb’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebgatlin/
• Becca’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becca-anzalone-493aaa/ 
• Article 1: https://www.hrgrapevine.com/us/content/article/2025-08-12-revealed-googles-research-program-for-developing-better-managers
• Article 2: https://rework.withgoogle.com/intl/en/guides/learning-development-managers