How to Make a Leader

Chip Conley, founder of the Modern Elder Academy and former Airbnb advisor, shares his expertise on leading multigenerational teams. He emphasizes the power of age diversity, revealing how Airbnb’s mutual mentorship model fosters collaboration. Conley discusses the importance of lifelong learning and the unique roles of mentors and mentees, blending curiosity with wisdom. He provides actionable insights on creating effective mentorship programs and highlights how intergenerational collaboration can elevate team dynamics in today’s workplace.

Learning programs aren’t one-size-fits-all. How can we craft learning experiences that are authentic to each learner, no matter their role at the organization? In today's episode, we dive into how Sue Denning, the Senior Director of Global Talent Development for PVH Corporation— the company behind iconic brands Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger—achieves just that.PVH employs over 30,000 associates worldwide with a unique mix of office-based and deskless retail workers. Sue’s mission? To ensure all employees, from retail floor staff to middle managers, receive effective learning opportunities that meet them when and where they need it.Sue reveals the innovative strategies PVH uses to reach their diverse workforce, from the microlearning techniques for retail staff to the dynamic “Manager Studio” program that's redefining what it means for managers to lead effectively. Discover how Sue's team navigates the challenge of engaging all of their employees worldwide through change agility and resilience, making learning not just possible but impactful for everyone.For more from Sue Denning watch the full How to Make a Leader live interview. Interested in attending our next live interview? Find out more at bigthink.com/plus/eventsWant to learn more about getting Big Think+ for your business? Schedule a call with us at https://www2.bigthink.com/request-a-demo-big-think-plusIn this episode, you’ll learn:How PVH tailors their programs to meet learners at every stage of their learning journey, whether in-office or on the retail floor.Why microlearning is effective in providing managers with resources to facilitate on-the-job training and peer-led learning sessions.How to ensure people managers have the right tools for success in their management journey.Why establishing a clear, consistent understanding of managerial roles and responsibilities is crucial for effective leadership at every level of the organization.How to integrate learning technologies with broader HR systems to enhance learner personalization and engagement.How to develop a multi-faceted approach to measure the effectiveness of your learning programs.Things to listen for:01:40 Understanding the structure and scale of PVH’s learning programs​​. 09:31 The evolution and impact of PVH’s “Manager Studio” program. 13:52 Enhancing customized learner experience through technology and integration​.15:59 Understanding PVH’s metrics for measuring success and business impact of learning programs​​.17:51 The challenges and strategies behind global onboarding​​.18:22 Striking a balance between self-guided learning and company training​​.

Ginni Rometty, former chairman, president, and CEO of IBM, shares her insights on leadership rooted in trust and lifelong learning. She emphasizes the transformative power of collaboration over self-centered leadership. Personal anecdotes reveal how building belief is crucial during transitions like mergers. Rometty discusses the importance of core values while navigating change and stresses a skills-first approach to hiring, promoting empathy and diversity in modern leadership.

Have you struggled to make learning a core priority at your organization? Or wondered how to transform your organization's learning culture from the ground up? These are questions we set out to explore in the inaugural episode of the How to Make a Leader podcast. For answers, we turned to S&P Global’s dynamic Director of Learning and Development, Jamie Blakey. A champion for lifelong learning, Jamie unpacked the intricacies of building a robust learning culture that pervades an entire organization. From gaining buy-in from senior leadership to forming partnerships across departments, Jamie’s practical wisdom and strategies are sure to elevate your learning and development program. ---For more from Jamie Blakey watch the full How to Make a Leader live interview. Interested in attending our next live interview? Find out more at bigthink.com/plus/eventsWant to learn more about getting Big Think+ for your business? Schedule a call with us at https://www2.bigthink.com/request-a-demo-big-think-plusIn this episode, you’ll hear about:In-depth strategies for obtaining senior leadership buy-in on L&D initiatives and aligning learning programs with organizational goals.Practical advice on building and maintaining cross-functional partnerships to enhance the reach and effectiveness of learning initiatives. Best practices for measuring the impact of learning programs and using feedback to drive continuous improvement. Jump into the conversation:[04:42] Jamie’s thoughts on aligning innovative learning practices with company objectives. [07:14] Jamie shares successful initiatives that created a supportive space for learning and development.[09:45] Building a robust L&D program? Start with creative, engaging sessions. 

Imagine having access to some of the most notable authors and leaders in the learning and development community, sharing their wisdom every month. Welcome to "How to Make a Leader," a leadership development podcast from Big Think+ where we take the best ideas from the biggest minds in learning and development and distill them into actionable insights.