Talent Talks

Is the secret to embracing business change an all-age workforce? And what are the skills that Gen Z need to outpace AI? We get the answers with generational expert, historian, and business advisor, Dr. Eliza Filby. Plus, we talk declining attention spans and their effect on training, whether age-based stereotypes hold any truth, and why we need to rehumanize ourselves at work.   For further resources and the full transcript visit https://www.talentlms.com/podcast    

How can L&D overcome the 3 biggest challenges facing companies today? Why is L&D failing to get approval from the C-suite? Dr. Keith Keating, the award-winning author of “The Trusted Learning Advisor” joins us to answer these questions. Plus, we cover how to create a culture where L&D’s value isn’t just a number and the critical importance of positioning yourself one step ahead of tech trends.   For further resources and the full transcript visit https://www.talentlms.com/podcast    

What’s the number one strategy to tap into existing skills—without spending on outside help? And are you overlooking internal talent? Edie Goldberg, consultant to Fortune 500 companies, HR expert, and author of The Inside Gig, joins us to share some insightful truths about the world of internal mobility. Together we cover what goes into creating successful pathways for your people and how open-minded managers are the key to unlocking new opportunities for your employees—and your business. For further resources and the full transcript visit https://www.talentlms.com/podcast  

What are the 5 key elements of relevant training? And what’s the 1 training metric that could lose L&D pros their jobs? In this episode we invite L&D consultant, Instructional Designer, and fellow podcaster, Dr.Heidi Kirby to share her experience and give us actionable advice on course creation. Plus, Heidi reveals why training should be on point, not just on trend, and, surprisingly, why sometimes you don’t need to pencil in a training session at all.    For further resources and the full transcript visit https://www.talentlms.com/podcast  

What does the surge of generative AI mean for the future of L&D? And how will the roles of L&D pros be reimagined in response? Season two of ‘Keep it Simple’ kicks off with Director of Paradox Learning, AI strategist, and eLearning expert, Stella Lee. Together with Lee, we’ll unpack why picking the right AI tools is like shopping for a car and reveal the dos and don’ts of upskilling an AI-literate workforce. We’ll also give you the lowdown on why everyone in an organization should have a stake when it comes to adopting a beneficial and ethical AI policy.  For further resources and the full transcript visit https://www.talentlms.com/podcast

What are the biggest truths and misconceptions about Gen Z in the workforce? How can managers adapt their leadership style to play to the strengths and weaknesses of the next generation? In this episode, we talk to Forbes contributor, author, and generational expert, Mark Perna. We examine how businesses can make the most out of a multi-generational workforce, why Gen Z is the ‘benchmark’ generation, and how to attract and retain the talent of tomorrow. For the full transcript and related resources visit  www.talentlms.com/podcast

What are the three power skills every professional needs for the future? How do the human skills employees build in their personal lives benefit the workplace? Educational expert and author Dr. Michelle Weise explains how rapid technological innovation is demanding a change in the way we approach learning and work. Together, we’ll cover how we can prepare for jobs that don’t even exist yet, why the workplace is destined to also become a classroom, and the skills we need to train today to stay innovative in our jobs. For the full transcript and related resources visit: https://www.talentlms.com/podcast  

What is company culture? Is it ping-pong tables and perks? Is it the values we talk about internally? Or is it the way the company works “on a random Tuesday in October”? With experience at Disney, Nike, and Google, Talent Exec André Martin joins the discussion. Join us and find out why authenticity and intention lie at the heart of a consistent culture. Plus: simple tools you can implement when it comes to leading with culture in mind. For the full transcript and related resources visit  https://www.talentlms.com/podcast  

Can we get smarter with the devices we always have with us? And, do workplaces have the responsibility to help their employees become more intentional with the technology they use? This episode sees us discuss taking back control of our digital lives. Alongside author, consultant, and CEO of the Digital Wellness Institute, Amy Blankson, we’ll cover the simple strategies that can make our tech habits more deliberate and mindful. From balancing our daily work and personal life with our screen time, to the apps and tools that can help us regain focus in a world of gratuitous scrolling.  For the full transcript and related resources visit: https://www.talentlms.com/podcast    

What does it mean for an organization to be truly inclusive? How can you confront biases and become an active ally without causing conflict? We sit down with Dr. Poornima Luthra, an author, academic, educator, and consultant. Her latest book “Leading Through Bias” challenges businesses to shift their mindsets toward inclusion. From the hiring process to the c-suite to the lunch room, we look at ways we can challenge day-to-day biases we might not even be aware of to create an environment that works for everyone.     For the full transcript and related resources visit  https://www.talentlms.com/podcast