Podcast Show Notes

Welcome to The L&D Hot Seat! A podcast that focuses on challenging scenarios in the field of learning and development. Every 2 weeks we interview a professional in the field of L&D and present them with 3 challenging scenarios to see how they would solve those problems. Below are the show notes for every episode. Hope you enjoy!

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Episode 22 - Taresa Scott

In this episode, Taresa and I discuss:

- How to get started when searching for L&D contract work?

- What to do when a stakeholder asks for more "engagement"?

- How to get started in building your own business?

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Episode 21 - Ross Stevenson

In this episode, Ross and I chat about:

- Factors to consider when adopting a new product on a team.

- How to meet the learner where they are with new tools?

- What is "Ikigai" and how can you balance passion and work?

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Episode 20 - John-Martin Reynolds

In this episode, John and I talk about:

- How do you apply gamification in your training for the video game industry?

- How do you support your learners that might experience tight deadlines?

- What can we learn from video games to improve our learning design?

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Episode 19 - Dolores Gaut

In this episode, Dolores and I list priorities for a new L&D project when dealing with challenges like timeline and buy-in.

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Episode 18 - Betty Dannewitz

In this podcast crossover, Betty and I discuss:

- How to keep a discussion on track and moving along when hosting multiple guests?

- What should you prep when hosting a topic you know nothing about?

- How to guide your discussion with you're listeners in mind?

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Episode 17 - Alison Sollars

In this episode, Alison and I chat about:

- What materials should you begin with when upskilling in L&D?

- How can you lay down standards for your team to build effective courses?

- How do you support an L&D community when everyone has differing skill levels?

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Episode 16 - Luis Malbas

In this episode, Luis and I chat about:

- The importance of networking within L&D and how to do it right.

- How to begin a successful online community.

- Doing research on "Influencers" and focusing on what is valuable for you.

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Episode 15 - Mariana Horrisberger

In this episode, Mariana answers:

- How do you become competent in handling high-risk translations?

- What to consider when rolling out a project with different cultures?

- How to make a project easier for a translation team?

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Episode 14 - Brent Schlenker

In our first Podcast Crossover episode, Brent and I chat about:

- How to get started in creating your own podcast?

- Salvaging an interview when your plans go down the drain.

- How to spark interaction and feedback from your audience?

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Episode 13 - Kera Nellor

In this episode, Kera and I chat about:

- How to explain the merits of other training options, other than E-Learning, to your company?

- Working accessibility practice into the foundation of your project.

- How to organize your design and communicate shortcuts when you need to troubleshoot with others?

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