TLDCast Podcast

We had a great conversation with Maisha L Cannon in this episode. It's not often we get to chat with recruiters or sourcers in our showcases, so this one has a unique flavor to it. And not just that, Maisha is dynamic, has a compelling background, definitely a lifelong learner, and endlessly curious about tech - she's already using AI tools in how she's doing her work. And currently, her recruiting background is intersecting with L&D, another fascinating aspect of this conversation. I'm sure you'll enjoy learning more about Maisha; I certainly did and I hope to feature Maisha in future events with TLDC.

In this showcase, Liz Stefan, co-founder and CEO of Nifty Learning, shares her journey in the learning and development field. Liz discusses how she got started and the inspiration behind the name of her company. Liz also highlights key traits and priorities for L&D professionals, and details how her automation and operations skills enhance her role. Overall, it was a great conversation with Liz and it was fantastic chatting with someone who is an L&D Leader that cares about our industry and how it impacts our organizations. It's always fun to talk to L&D professionals that love what they do and you'll hear it in this conversation.

In this episode, we talked with Ian Crook, an experienced L&D professional based in Bristow, VA. Ian knowingly wanted to use the click baitey title "Why Training Teams Are A Waste!" because he knows this audience and has a great sense of humor. But all joking aside, talking with him reveals his passion for sharing why training teams are a critical partner to every function in an organization. It is vital that L&D show their value and Ian works hard to make sure he does just that with his operational mindset. Give it a listen, you'll learn from Ian's perspective and be inspired by it as well.

In this episode, we talked with Amanda Davison in our latest Community Member Showcase. Amanda went from Anthropology and Archaelogy to a Masters in Education, which ultimately led her to corporate training. Previously in the construction industry, she is now working in the travel space as a Learning Specialist, with a variety of learning responsibilities to oversee. Meet Amanda and listen to her story. We also discussed her forays into AI and the interesting adventures she's up to now.

Laurel will share her lived experiences in leadership challenges and successes at a major tech company. She will also share strategies for female leaders on how to define a team vision, build and lead a diverse, inclusive team, and successfully coach and retain team members. She will focus on strategies to move from survival to thriving as a leader.

Eleanor Roosevelt said, “No one can make you feel inferior with your consent.” What about you? Are you consenting to feel inferior? Do you truly know your own worth – personally and professionally? Kassy LaBorie and Betty Dannewitz candidly share their own journeys to finding their worth, to work according to their own rules, and to believing in the value that they bring to the world around them.

In this panel, host Mallori Steele and guests Carolyn Dumont, Courtney Teague, and Nora Pykkonnen share their stories of how they overcame barriers to entry to become L&D leaders. From inspiration to doubt, finding mentorship and networking, nurturing growth, learning, and self-reflection --- it's all covered in this excellent panel.

This presentation explores how feminine politeness norms impact women's communication styles, career advancement, and job satisfaction in the workplace. Attendees will learn about the cultural roots of these norms and how they intersect with race, class, and identity. Strategies for navigating these norms in professional settings will be discussed, including balancing assertiveness with social expectations and expressing oneself authentically without fear of negative consequences. Men's attendance is also encouraged to develop a more nuanced understanding of gender dynamics in the workplace and to learn how to be effective allies in supporting their female colleagues.

How do you get paid what you're worth? It starts by knowing the benchmarks and understanding what others are paid for similar roles. In this session, we'll review some data from multiple sources on pay in the learning and development field, for employees and freelancers. We'll talk about the factors that affect salaries and hourly rates, as well as how to advocate for yourself. While organizations also bear responsibility for closing the gender pay gap, we as individuals can make a difference by knowing what we're worth.

The pandemic redefined how we work and where it can be done. Between that and being a new mom recovering from mental illness, I opted for the work-from-home, mostly contract work environment. I enjoy the freedom of making my own schedule, but I realized that my time management strategy needed to change. The time I was saving from no commute was being spent on calendar management and time tracking. Join me as I share my journey, demo a few tools I am using to solve these problems, and start a discussion on time management.