TLDCast Podcast

Today, Brent Schlenker talks to Kassy LaBorie talk VILT strategies and bring up 3 issues that should be discussed when conducting virtual learning. Kassy LaBorie is the principal consultant at Kassy LaBorie Consulting, LLC. She is a speaker, instructional designer, classroom facilitator, and author who specializes in virtual learning, teams, and live online technology. Kassy is passionate about helping organizations, learning teams, and training professionals successfully move to the virtual environment. She is the co-author of the book: Interact and Engage! 50+ Activities for Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars. Kassy’s 3 issues from today’s talk: Issue 1. You are not using the features of the online training technology to your advantage. Solution: Learn exactly how the technology works and then use it to create the “virtual non-verbal communication” you need! Issue 2: You’re asking low level or leading questions which simply ask people to respond rather than to think. Solution: Ask thoughtful, learning focused questions. Issue 3: You’re not listening to their responses, and you’re missing coaching opportunities. Solution: Facilitate thoughts and ideas rather than giving answers or simply encouraging interaction. Show topics: Introduction 3 issues to consider in a virtual classroom Issue 1: You are not using the features of the online training technology to your advantage Manage the audience by helping them use the tool Teaching people how to be facilitators, in a virtual environment Examples on how to introduce people to the environment and keep them engaged VILT, VC, Online Training…what’s the correct verbiage? Book: Interact and Engage! 50+ Activities for Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars Issue 2: You’re asking low level or leading questions which simply ask people to respond rather than to think Webcams considerations in VILT Issue 3: You’re not listening to their responses, and you’re missing coaching opportunities Q & A with chat Links in the chat: https://kassyconsulting.com/resources/ https://www.td.org/books/interact-and-engage https://www.adobe.com/de/products/adobeconnect/apps/locationmap.html

Today we are joined by Margie Meacham who is an author and learning consultant and an expert in applying the latest discoveries from the converging fields of learning science and artificial intelligence to enhance learning and performance. Margie is the Chief Freedom Officer of Learningtogo and hosts a Top Ten podcast on the science of learning. The author of “Brain Matters: How to help anyone learn anything using neuroscience” believes that if you understand how the brain works you will become a better teacher, trainer, leader, spouse or parent and have more fun doing it. Today Margie and Brent talk about how the brain is affected by outside sources. Margie’s History Study of the brain Survival by the brain Strong bonds in the brain Adaptation to the world Fun? Short term vs long term memories Multi-tasking Training and the brain Links in the chat: https://learningtogo.info/ https://www.dominknow.com/idiodc https://youtu.be/GLmjfJyZ-iM https://www.amazon.com/Theory-Game-Design-Raph-Koster/dp/1449363210 https://www.amazon.com/This-Your-Brain-Music-Obsession/dp/0452288525 https://www.dominknow.com/ https://www.crowdcast.io/e/interactive-video-for-eLearning/register?utm_medium=IDIODC.com https://www.amazon.com/Surely-Feynman-Adventures-Curious-Character/dp/0393316041 https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/63933/train

Wednesday, Toddi Norum and Valerie Sunyak jump into the windows to talk about women in the L&D career field. It is a topic that we touched on at one point and it was met with a strong conversation and talk back after the session. They tackle the subject and narrow in on gender equality in the market. Market information Salary information Negotiating How to make it better Q&A Session Pay vs. position Links in the chat: https://trainingindustry.com/magazine/ https://www.bls.gov/oes/2017/may/oes131151.htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5K5axz_8Ws https://cdn.coverstand.com/20617/538467/de77b00991b69c1fad011c85349236d75626d9f7.2.pdf https://www.linkedin.com/salary/

Today, Brent Schlenker and Michelle Fanfarillo reminisce about their time at Intel with Elliot Garbus and talk leadership development. Elliot is an advisor on strategy, management, and marketing for technology companies. Here are his current affiliations: AEye, Inc. Member of the Board of Advisors. AEye develops advanced vision hardware, software and algorithms that act as the eyes and visual cortex of autonomous vehicles. https://aeye.ai/ Orbotech, Member of the Board of Advisors. Orbotech is a leading global supplier of equipment and solutions for the manufacture of electronics products. https://www.orbotech.com/ Motion Warriors, Member of the Board of Advisors. Motion Warriors is an early stage startup that has developed a breakthrough camera motion control system targeting film makers. https://motion-warriors.com/ Brightskies Technology, Member of the Board of Advisors. Brightskies in an engineering services firm specializing in functional safety for automotive application, and high performance computing. Public Speaker: Having had a front seat on the initial stages of the commercialization of autonomous vehicles, I present on the technology and the disruptive business models that will accompany the arrival of fully autonomous vehicles. Discussion outline: Introduction – Michelle talks about how she and Elliot met Sharing stories from back at Intel Talking about past & current climate of Learning and Development, relevancy of ISD Elliot rejoins the chat, talks about getting into speaking gigs Discussing Elliot’s leadership history, letting go and lessons learned Talking about transitioning into a new role and industry Getting your message/vision to the people Managing huge changes, leading by asking questions, and celebrating endings for the team to move on TLDC conference plug Sharing leadership philosophy, mindset in Automotive industry How feedback on direction varied by culture, communication styles, working with that dialog Dealing with feedback as an effective leader Valuing dotted line support staff, 5 Dysfunctions of a Team Seeds of Insight on break: Dec. 18th – Jan 1st

Monday has a very special guest Trish Uhl. Trish is the principal consultant at Owl’s Ledge, the founder of the Talent & Learning Analytics Leadership Forum and the creator of the Learning Systems Engineering framework. Trish and Brent talk about L&D as a profession, how it compares to the rest of the business world, and how automation is changing all industries. Trish’s History L&D as a profession Automating historical data How does L&D affect the workforce The risk of standing still Data/AI First car trip to 5G Links in the chat: https://yjolt.org/lola-v-skadden-and-automation-legal-profession https://www.wilsonlearning.com/wlw/products/csp https://www.thelpi.org/resources/capability-map/

Join this PeopleFirm Seeds of Insight conversation with VP of Talent Management at Healthpoint, Pamela Sullivan, and her Leadership Journey as a Working Parent. Pamela Sullivan has xpertise with strategic development, implementation and administration of HR practices and programs in the areas of strategic planning, leadership coaching and development, systems and process development and improvement, change management, Six Sigma Greenbelt and LEAN trained, total rewards strategy and management, talent acquisition strategy, HRMS technology strategy and management, as well as project planning and implementation.

Today we have guest David Snavely on with the Seeds of Insight day at TLDC. With over 20 years of practical learning and experience, David has dedicated his career to helping organizations transform how they operate. He specializes in working with organizations to find clarity of strategic vision and objectives, optimizing organizational structures and processes, and building improved employee collaboration and engagement. Brent, Mike and Michelle talk with David about his journey through the L&D world of culture. David’s History Leaders and culture Early leader development Externalizing culture Failures Defining culture and how it fits

Today’s guest was Mike Simmons from CatalystSale.com. He’s been helping people improve their business outcomes for years and shares his tips on the importance of reflection and goal setting. It’s that perfect time of year to have these conversations. Even if you’re a one person training team or a solo-preneur you need to take time to reflect, gather data, and plan for the coming year. You can reach out to Mike, or anyone in the TLDCommunity if you have questions or need help moving your career in the right, or better, direction. Who is Mike Simmons? Reflecting on Your Year – Why it’s important Gathering Data to Make Decisions IoT and Wearables for tracking data Goal Setting, Planning, Time Management, Eisenhower Box

For nearly a decade, Andrew Hughes has made it his personal mission to ensure that commonly-used ineffective and lackluster training techniques are a thing of the past. Realizing his passion for changing the way we learn and evolve, in 2006 Andrew founded and became President of Designing Digitally, Inc., an E-Learning and Serious Game Development firm that creates fully customized learner retention solutions for various types of industries. Starting with a solo team, Designing Digitally has grown its staff to 20 cutting edge employees consisting of Directors, Project Managers, Interactive Web Developers, Interactive Media Developers, Instructional Designers, Interactive Graphic Designers, and Learning Solutions Specialists. Andrew has been responsible for managing the sales and solutions team while providing guidance and knowledge to the production teams. Throughout the years, Designing Digitally, Inc. has had the pleasure of working with courteous and prestigious clients to include: NASA, Comcast, Hewlett Packard, Wyndham Hotels, Procter and Gamble, General Electric, the United States Air Force, Samsung, and Williams-Sonoma to name a few. In addition to being President of Designing Digitally, Inc., Andrew is also strongly devoted to the prosperity of the community. He is currently a Professor at the University of Cincinnati Clermont in the Business, Law, and Technology Department, an Accredited Curriculum Consultant for the Accreditation of Independent Colleges and Schools, the Coordinator for the Business Development Plan contest hosted by the Clermont Chamber of Commerce, is an avid guest speaker at over a dozen E-Learning and industry specific conferences annually, and is a Technology Camp Instructor for middle schoolers for Warren and Putnam Counties in Ohio. Designing Digitally, Inc. specializes in creating educational, engaging, and entertaining learning experiences that incorporate innovation, creativity, and gamification to enhance learner retention. They offer a wide spectrum of solutions, including interactive custom eLearning, Serious Games, Training Simulations, and Mobile Learning. All developments are customized to our clients’ individual needs. Designing Digitally, Inc. specializes in creating educational, engaging, and entertaining learning experiences that incorporate innovation, creativity, and gamification to enhance learner retention. Our company offers a wide spectrum of solutions, including interactive custom eLearning, Serious Games, Training Simulations, and Mobile Learning. All developments are customized to our clients’ individual needs.

Dawn is an experienced strategic executive with a diverse repertoire of career experiences in multiple industries, business sizes, and roles. She draws on her 30-plus years of leadership experience to serve as PeopleFirm’s Seattle market lead and solution lead for leadership development. She has served as an executive leader in strategic planning, strategic business development, Lean consultancy, marketing, business intelligence, enterprise project management, and innovation. She has personally overseen significant transformational initiatives including cost repositioning, culture change, strategic redirection, and M&A/integration work. She is known for the successful implementation of challenging, controversial organization-wide initiatives and for effectively driving organizational change. Dawn and her husband Chris own and manage an up and coming winery, TruthTeller, located in Woodinville, WA. Dawn is a slow but dedicated runner, and a passionate but flawed farm-to-table advocate. Designing Digitally, Inc. specializes in creating educational, engaging, and entertaining learning experiences that incorporate innovation, creativity, and gamification to enhance learner retention. They offer a wide spectrum of solutions, including interactive custom eLearning, Serious Games, Training Simulations, and Mobile Learning. All developments are customized to our clients’ individual needs. Designing Digitally, Inc. specializes in creating educational, engaging, and entertaining learning experiences that incorporate innovation, creativity, and gamification to enhance learner retention. Our company offers a wide spectrum of solutions, including interactive custom eLearning, Serious Games, Training Simulations, and Mobile Learning. All developments are customized to our clients’ individual needs.