L&D Unlocked

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Welcome to L&D Unlocked, a series designed for L&D and HR professionals eager to unlock the future of learning and development. Tune in bi-monthly for new episodes gleaning insights from top industry experts and thought leaders on the future of work, the latest workplace trends and preparing your organization TODAY for the challenges of TOMORROW.

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April 10, 202439 min

Exploring Employee Development: Insights from World-class CHROs (ft. JP Elliott, PhD)

I almost want to say that JP Elliott walked so that L&D Unlocked could run, but that would be a mischaracterization. Don’t get me wrong, the previous statement is, for the most part, entirely true, except for one key element – JP isn’t walking, he’s sprinting, and we’re just trying to keep up. A human resources executive with a resume spanning nearly three decades and listing such names as Taco Bell, IBM, Lenovo & DICK’s Sporting Goods, JP’s focus has recently shifted to educating the next generation of HR talent. And, as the host of the nationally recognized management podcast, the Future of HR , I’d say he’s doing pretty darn well in that mission. Whether it’s the podcast’s 100,000 annual downloads or big-name guests such as Arizona Cardinals’ Chief People Officer, Sean Mayo, or the “Father of Modern HR,” Dr. Dave Ulrich, it’s undeniable that Elliott has asserted himself as a leading authority in the world of human resources. Be it sourced from his own career experience or the multitude of conversations he’s hosted with world-class CHROs, JP has a wealth of knowledge that our host, Chris Elliott (coincidentally no relation…), could not leave untapped. Tune in to L&D Unlocked as the Elliotts delve deep into topics such as: Essential insights into discovering and conveying the credibility and ROI of L&D Employee & leadership development traps to avoid in 2024 and beyond The true mission of HR (Hint: HR is NOT about HR…) Keys to properly developing high-potential employees 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

March 19, 202438 min

Optimizing Employee & Leadership Development for Future Success (ft. David Hanrahan)

David Hanrahan, a seasoned HR professional and visionary leader, can boast a uniquely recognizable track record of renowned organizations throughout his career. Allow me to just name a few: HR Manager for Universal Pictures Director of Human Resources for Electronic Arts Director of Human Resources for Twitter Vice President of People at Zendesk Vice President of People & Places at Niantic, Inc. Chief Human Resources Officer at Eventbrite Now serving as Chief People Officer at San Diego-based software development firm, Flare, it might not be so shocking to hear that his list of proficiencies is about 3x longer than the list above. With areas of expertise including hyper-growth hiring, scaling global orgs in async environments, DEI adoption and strategy and, maybe (definitely…) most important of all, Metallica, we here at L&D Unlocked count ourselves lucky David could spare some time to join us in-between his busy schedule of speaking events. Joining our host, BizLibrary Chief Revenue Officer, Chris Elliot, David digs deep into episode topics such as: Navigating ownership of employee development in organizations Launching development programs with no prior knowledge or available resources Why effective leadership development isn’t always a budget line-item Next steps when experiencing a developmental setback 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

February 29, 202437 min

Human Capability & the Transformative Power of HR (ft. Professor Dave Ulrich)

Okay, bear with me for a second because this resume warrants a standalone list, otherwise I may forget something… Rensis Likert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan Co-Founder & Principal at the RBL Group Ranked as the #1 management guru by Business Weekly Profiled by Fast Company (a leading progressive business media brand) as one of the world’s top 10 creatives in business Recognized as a top 5 coach by Forbes (yes, THE Forbes) Selected on Thinkers50 as a world-leading business thinker It’s no wonder… I’m just kidding here’s a few more: Bestselling author, having written 30 books and over 200 articles Editor of Human Resource Management (1990-1999) Served on the Board of Directors at Herman Miller Public speaker, having spoken in over 90 countries Corporate coach, leading workshops for over half of the Fortune 200 Distinguished Fellow at the National Academy of Human Resources I’ll stop there. If you read things out loud like me, we can take a pause to catch our breath…… Okay, Ready? As a writer, you learn to remove the word ‘revolutionary’ from your vocabulary, very few things in today’s world are truly revolutionary anymore. Now that I’ve recognized that – Dave Ulrich’s work has revolutionized the HR profession. He has been aptly identified as the “Father of Modern HR” and “HR thought leader of the decade” for his focus on HR outcomes, governance, competencies, and practices. Dave’s career has been centralized around a passion for solutions that create lasting impacts, molding his writings, teachings, and consulting work around the constant search for new ideas that solve real organizational challenges. Tune in to watch a very starstruck Chris Elliot, our host and CRO here at BizLibrary, explore Dr. Ulrich’s takes on topics like: Personalization and the future of workplace learning HR’s role in personnel-based priorities Shifting the HR mindset towards value creation And the transformative power of creating an environment of empathy and hope towards the future 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

February 29, 202429 min

Decoding AI: Expert Analysis & Practical Application (ft. Kurt Berglund)

Bachelor of Science from Stanford, Master of Science from Stanford, senior software engineer at Microsoft, principal software engineer at Microsoft, and now vice president of science & engineering at Seattle-based SaaS-provider, Highspot. Do you still need convincing that Kurt Berglund probably knows a thing or two about artificial intelligence? Yeah, neither did we… To say that Berglund is a “Tech Futurist” would be an understatement, he lives his day-to-day life at the forefront of innovation. It’s trailblazers like him who pioneer the trickle-down technology that we all, at some point, use to improve our own professional efficiency. With all of this in mind — you won’t be terribly surprised to see the excitement shine through BizLibrary’s own resident technologist, CRO Chris Elliot, as they deep dive into our industries latest tech trends and their future effect on our lives and roles. Tune in to hear Kurt & Chris dig into topics like: A true expert’s definition of artificial intelligence & generative AI The ‘3 Waves’ of AI application & progression Understanding the implications of AI on the everyday professional The role of gen AI as a method of augmentation, NOT replacement Forecasting the long-term trajectory & impact of AI 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

February 29, 202448 min

Unpacking Gartner's Top Priorities for HR Leaders in 2024 (ft. Francesca Molinari)

Macy’s, eBay, General Electric, Adobe… What’s something they all have in common? Besides being a Fortune 500 company… and being named some of the largest organizations in the United States? Two words: Francesca Molinari. Longtime corporate executive, Francesca Molinari, honed her skills as an HR director, senior leader, CHRO and HRBP at these big-time corporations. She is now serving as Chief People Officer for transportation & logistics giant, Maergo, Molinari’s career claims a diversity few can. All of this (and more) is why BizLibrary Chief Revenue Officer, Chris Elliot, couldn’t think of anyone better to join him in unpacking Gartner’s Top 5 HR Trends & Priorities in 2024 . Tune in to Chris’ conversation with Francesca as they dig into topics like: The inherent link between organizational productivity and the employee-employer relationship How to identify pain points specific to YOUR organization in the new year The difference between training and learning in effective leadership development HR leadership & their necessary role in the adoption of generative AI The modern employee career ‘compass’ (NOT ‘path’) 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

February 29, 202436 min

Building an Inclusive Culture through Empathetic Leadership (ft. Minette Norman)

Leadership development expert, organizational culture consultant, keynote speaker, ex-VP of engineering, and founder and principal of a consulting firm bearing her name, Minette Norman has committed her career to finding, exposing and maximizing the potential of individual contributors and leaders alike. An early advocate for a new model of leadership, Norman has built a track record of organizational success by emphasizing the growing importance of inclusive organizational cultures and psychological safety. Offering ideas for tangible installments such as inclusive workshops, meetings, and assessments, Minette joins BizLibrary’s CRO, Chris Elliot, to deep dive into her best methods for tapping into the amazing talent leaders have worked so hard to hire. This episode will explore various topics based in inclusive leadership and culture, such as: Why organizational culture is an essential piece of driving real business results How humanizing your leaders can fuel a culture of inclusivity Why empathy is a stepping stone towards success Concrete steps to begin changing your organization’s culture TODAY 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

February 29, 202444 min

Building a Sustainable Learning Ecosystem (ft. Brent Clark)

For over a decade, Brent Clark has had the opportunity to study, implement and analyze onboarding and training programs in a variety of organizational environments. From optimizing SME-sourced learning for the org at-large to leveraging the most recent releases in L&D tech to installing trainers as key stakeholders in every discussion along the learning path – Clark has spent years constructing (and deconstructing) the formula for designing and implementing an efficient, adaptable and sustainable ‘learning ecosystem.’ Now ready to share key tips for constructing & optimizing a sustainable learning ecosystem, Clark joins BizLibrary CMO, Paul Eschen, to deep dive into topics such as… The impact of modern technology on learning & development How to create a learning ecosystem optimized for your organization Identifying and avoiding common L&D mistakes found in SaaS organizations Measuring & evaluating the short- and long- term impacts of your onboarding program 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

February 29, 202444 min

L&D and the Trades: Developing a Dispersed Workforce (ft. Lorna McClellan)

With well over a decade of experience in education, Lorna McClellan, Director of L&D at award-winning home service company, Hoffmann Brothers , is no stranger to growth and development. However, with a vast majority of her employees working in the field and organizational ROI tied directly to worker productivity, McClellan is consistently challenged with delivering effective learning within strict time constraints. If her challenge wasn’t complex enough already, add in the difficulty of a limited hiring pool, an organizational priority of expanding the hard skills of individual service workers, and the growing necessity of soft skills development inherent with customer service. Consistently rising to the challenges, McClellan is now ready to offer the best tips and tricks she’s learned as an L&D director. Join McClellan and BizLibrary CMO, Paul Eschen, as they dive into topics like: Maximizing ‘on-the-job’ learning for a dispersed workforce Increasing the ROI of service professionals through effective upskilling Expanding training access by leveraging microlearning Designing a full-service, in-house training & development program to create the next generation of service professionals 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

February 29, 202438 min

How to Keep Your Sanity as an HR Professional in 2024 (ft. Hebba Youssef)

I Hate It Here… No, seriously – I Hate It Here . Hebba Youssef’s aptly named newsletter, which she describes as the burn book for HR professionals, is written in her unique style – unapologetic and real. Why? Because she knows that all HR professionals can understand what it means to somehow, simultaneously be everyone’s most AND least favorite member of the organization. Hebba pulls no punches in her message, and it’s no wonder HR professionals have flocked to her newsletter in droves. Now serving as Chief People Officer for the rapidly growing media production company, Workweek, she lives life like a vigilante – CPO by day, content creator by night with one primary mission in mind: helping HR & people teams build exceptional workplaces. Join BizLibrary CMO, Paul Eschen, as he invites this HR superhero on to L&D Unlocked to dive into issues like: Balancing authenticity & confidentiality as an HR professional Identifying the difference between ‘Fixing’ & ‘Enabling’ Understanding the NEEDS of your organization & the WANTS of the employees Bridging the professional gap with the newest entrants to the workforce – Gen Z Setting individual core values as a method of finding the right environment for you 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked

February 29, 202439 min

Leadership Development & the Importance of Coachability (ft. Kevin Wilde)

With a career spanning nearly four decades and a resume boasting Fortune 500 names like General Electric and General Mills, Kevin Wilde is no stranger to corporate life. Acting as the President & Founder of his own consulting firm, Flagship Consulting Group, Wilde has had the opportunity to work with and learn from elite leaders at the peak of their performance. Now, in the twilight years of his incredible career, Wilde, as a consultant and Executive Leadership Fellow for Minnesota University’s Carlson School of Management, commits his time to educating the next generation of corporate leadership. Here to explore all things leadership development and his new, award-winning book, “The Leadership Superpower,” Wilde joins BizLibrary CRO, Chris Elliot, to discuss: Individual coachability and key insights on gauging professional growth Techniques to keep yourself in the professional “learning zone” How to provide respectful and effective feedback Why feedback is a two-way street, regardless of corporate hierarchy 🔮Interested in unlocking the future of L&D for your organization? Explore our full content series, completely free, below... https://www.bizlibrary.com/resources/learning-and-development-unlocked/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 📚 At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms, best-in-class content, and unrivaled strategic support. With L&D powered by BizLibrary, employees are equipped with the skills they need for the job today and ready to take on new challenges tomorrow. 🏫 Interested in exploring your dream training program in one seamless solution? Speak with one of our learning experts today: https://www.bizlibrary.com/who-we-are/contact-us/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked 🗣️ Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay tuned for new content releases: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizlibrary/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=spotify&utm_campaign=l-and-d-unlocked