Learning Uncut

We explore highlights of the Learning Technologies UK 2023 conference (LTUK23). Our guests, including the conference organiser, thirty under 30s cohort leader, speakers, social media team member and a session chairperson to share their different perspectives on the conference. Explore the major themes that emerged, including the curiosity about generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), the significance of adaptability in the face of change, and the enduring importance of impactful learning strategies. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/124/  Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/

In this episode of the Learning Uncut podcast, Matthew Mould and Emma Shirlaw from ANZ Bank and Simon Dewar from BSI eLearning discuss their award-winning onboarding program. The program won the Best Onboarding award and was a runner up in the Best Blended Learning category at the 2022 AITD Excellence Awards. The team redesigned their Branch Banker onboarding program to increase speed to competence and build confidence in their bankers' ability to apply skills flexibly in a range of customer service interactions. They moved from a heavy reliance on classroom training to a well-scaffolded blended learning program that leveraged both group and self-directed learning. The team also discusses the keys to the program's success, such as solid design principles and fluid collaboration between ANZ and BSI. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/123/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/

Michal Niezgoda, a Leadership Development Specialist at Amazon Data Services, shares how Carl Hodler, from Learner Lab, helped him run a storytelling challenge for leaders from multiple business units. Using StoryTagger, leaders recorded short videos on the theme of Thriving versus Surviving in challenging times. Carl and Michal discuss how they shaped the campaign and the importance of capturing and sharing stories on video to build human connection and support people in thriving. This episode offers valuable insights into the power of storytelling and how to use Storytagger to facilitate impactful storytelling initiatives. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/122/  Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/

Viv Burgess, formerly from the Tasmanian State Service knows how to patiently and persistently get things done across the 18 agencies in this state government. She walks us through how she led a cross-agency working group to break down silos to develop and implement a single Manager Essentials program. Now in its sixth year, this award-winning program emphasises application in the workplace and has helped managers to create a more positive workplace environment. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/121/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/  

Diane Hickman from the Australian Public Service (APS) Commission speaks about the success of the APS-wide organisational learning strategy that was launched 20 months ago. Di shares the process they used to create a strategy that is relevant for their diverse workforce of over 150,000 people working in more than one 150 different agencies – many with their own L&D team. She discussed the importance of stakeholder engagement, creating leadership buy-in and developing a collaborative learning culture.   Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/120 Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/

Adam McKinnon, the People Data and Analytics Leader at Reece, joins me to talk about the fascinating world of People Analytics. Reece is using a People Analytics platform to gain some serious insights into their business questions and issues related to people, and Adam’s here to share some real-world examples with us. He dives into how Reece is using data from a variety of sources, including their HR Information System, safety data and Service Now, to surface valuable insights – including in the Learning and Development space.

In this episode, we discuss the latest innovation in HR and learning and development - the talent marketplace. Josh Bersin has described how it helps employees access opportunities within and outside their hierarchies, benefiting both the employer and employee. Our guest, Dean Summlar, the VP of Talent Management & Learning at Schneider Electric, shares insights into implementing the talent marketplace in his organisation and its benefits. Join us to learn about this innovative approach to talent management.   Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/118/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/

Lalaine Gedal, the Associate Director of Leader Development in the US for Takeda shares Takeda’s intentional approach to supporting their people to adopt a hybrid working model from their consultation on what hybrid working should look like to developing a toolkit to support people to adopt this change and engaging Cindy Huggett to run virtual sessions on leading in a hybrid environment. Cindy, a leading expert in virtual facilitation, joins the conversation to provide insight and tips on virtual facilitation skills. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources:  https://learninguncut.global/podcast/117/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/

In this episode of Learning Uncut, I speak with Catriona Malcolm (or Cat as she is also known). She is the Enterprise Design Practice Lead at Westpac Group. With a workforce of around 40,000 people across seven business entities whose core service is banking, Cat’s role was created four years ago specifically to address the complexity of designing skills development solutions across these seven entities. We cover a lot of elements of the Westpac approach in this episode. We look at approaches such as “learning front door”,  “citizen development” and their L&D Community of Practice. Cat has provide excellent resources - if you’d like to dig deeper you can find these below. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/116/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/

Anthea Piening, Capability and Change leader at Lion Australia, shares insights on transforming onboarding into a dynamic 12-week blended program. She emphasizes the importance of blending digital learning with in-person interactions to enhance team connections. Anthea discusses the challenges of skill acquisition in a diverse workforce and the need for personalized training strategies. Innovative methodologies, like the 'License to Sell' program, highlight how early engagement and structured support can lead to greater competence and business impact.