𝗔𝗜 𝘄𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽; 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲. In this article, I explore how technology is redefining leadership and why learning agility is becoming one of the most critical leadership skills of our time. www.edflex.com/en/posts/how...

Work’s moving faster than ever. This week’s Learning & HR Leader Digest looks at how to keep learning, inclusion, and energy in flow rather than in overload. www.linkedin.com/pulse/learni... #Leadership #LearningAndDevelopment #Learning #Culture #HR #HumanResources

What if the real learning isn’t in training, but in the work itself? This week’s Learning & HR Leader Digest explores how learning is being baked into hiring, AI, upskilling & more. Read it here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/learni... #HR #Learning #FutureOfWork #LearningAndDevelopment

Looking forward to a most excellent adventure.

A new Tales from the L&D Bookshelf episode is now available! I talked with Tim Slade about what real eLearning design looks like. It’s full of lessons for new & aspiring IDs. Watch now, and follow for future episodes! youtu.be/orJ7vanEB8Q

You don’t need a title to lead. Leadership isn’t about hierarchy; it’s about how you show up. My latest article explores what real leadership looks like without a formal role, and why it matters more than ever. www.linkedin.com/pulse/you-do... #leadership #learning #culture

“𝗔 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲; 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.” In this clip, Will Thalheimer shares what separates good L&D leadership from the rest. Check out the full conversation here: youtu.be/9xKV4b2sKkk?...

“Can you deliver faster but also maintain, or even raise, the bar on quality?” Frank Nguyen unpacks a tension most L&D leaders will instantly recognize: the push to go faster, and the expectation to maintain high-quality learning outcomes. Full Interview: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nM7q...

I’ve taken a new step in my work journey: I’ve joined Bluewater Learning as SVP of Strategy & Transformation. I’m still driven by the same question: Is this work meaningful and impactful? More thoughts on that - and what’s next for me - in the full post here: www.linkedin.com/posts/lnddav...

We’re not doing AI wrong in L&D... But we might not be doing it big enough. If we’re only using AI to do the same things faster, we’re missing the real opportunity. I explore this in detail in my latest article. www.linkedin.com/pulse/lds-mi... #LearningAndDevelopment #AI

Don’t outsource confusion. Before you outsource, name the constraint: Capacity/skill/churn/speed/compliance/ETC. Act strategically, not reactively. Learn more from @thetraciecantu.bsky.social on Modern Learning on the Air. 🎧 youtu.be/r2lUIgi7GEI?... #learninganddevelopment #outsourcing

A6) I don’t want to change the default from courses to workflow learning. I want there not to be a default solution at all. #LearnChat

A5) Before sending an article to an editor a few years ago, I gave it to ChatGPT and asked it to make it 30% shorter, since editors always tell me I’m “wordy”. It did. Then I got curious. “Tell me what you cut, and why” I did that regularly until a realized I no longer needed to. #LearnChat

A4) AI will deliver on the promise and value of “Learning in the Flow of Work” not by being a “Flow of Work” tool, but by changing the workplace so “Flow of Work” behaviors are a natural part of the workplace. #LearnChat

A3) with a simple click of the “Share Screen” button? #LearnChat

A2) I think starting with a mindset focused on “resources” rather than “learning” could help. #LearnChat

A1) Still relevant, but it looks like “solving a problem by any means necessary” #LearnChat

Let’s get the #LearnChat party started.

Thanks for joining us tonight everyone - it was great to connect and share with you all. #LearnChat

Special shout out to @kpagano.bsky.social for joining our #LearnChat tonight. Thank you to everyone who participated this evening.

A6) Use real work to reflect on strengths, gaps, and goals. Pair that with tools like skills assessments, peer feedback, and career mapping—then make it a shared journey between the employee, their manager, and L&D. #LearnChat

A5) Personalized learning works when it’s tied to real goals, supported by managers, and embedded in daily work. It’s not just about personalized content; it's about personalized context. #LearnChat

Q4) L&D can support transferable skills by focusing on real work, not just roles—spotting common needs like communication, problem-solving, and adaptability. Then create a program that’s practical, cross-functional, and tied to opportunities to apply those skills across the org. #LearnChat

Q3) In many roles, it was the skills I built beyond the job description that made the biggest impact—and opened the most doors. Titles didn’t define my growth; stepping up, learning more, and solving real problems did. #LearnChat

Q2) I track my skills growth largely by reflecting on what I can do now that I couldn’t before. It’s less about checklists and more about real-world progress—solving new problems, taking on new challenges, and learning through doing. Growth shows up in my work, not just in a tracker. #LearnChat

Q1) A skills-based approach means focusing on what people can 𝗱𝗼, not just what they 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄. It aligns learning with real work, drives performance, and supports continuous growth. It’s not about checking boxes—it’s about building capability that evolves with the job. #LearnChat

Greetings #LearnChat - David from NY, checking in a bit late. Hope everyone is doing well.

Make your plans to join us for #LearnChat Tuesday at 8pm EST!

Language shapes our decision-making. I favor "data-informed" over "data-driven" because the latter suggests numbers control us. Data alone isn't sufficient. A data-informed approach keeps humans central, using data as a guide, not the sole direction. I explore this in my latest article.

How can we build trust in #AI to unlock its potential? My latest article dives into transparency, the role of managers, & strategies for fostering confidence in AI tools. Read it here: buff.ly/3PwdJh8 #WorkplaceInnovation #LearningAndDevelopment

That really effective storytelling requires purpose as an editor. #LearnChat

Just because it’s interesting doesn’t make it relevant; make sure there’s a strategic hook. #LearnChat

A powerful storyteller can transform content into an immersive experience. It can make an enormous impact on learning. #LearnChat

Real-world case studies. Not manufactured scenarios with obvious start and endpoints. Real stories, warts and all. People connect with authenticity; they look for the “skip” option when it’s obviously made up. #LearnChat

People relate to stories. They connect to the characters. The plot points provide context that connect to the learning to the real world. #learnchat

Looking forward to tonight’s chat! Hope you can join us. #LearnChat

Ian Romero shares strategies for measuring the effectiveness of L&D initiatives on business performance. He offers a structured approach to tracking outcomes, featuring real-world stories and practical metrics that help organizations assess the value of their L&D investments.

Step into Ancient Egypt with VR! My son and I recently explored Horizon of Khufu, a VR journey into ancient Egypt. Crawling through temples & marveling at the Great Pyramid’s scale made learning feel like an adventure. Check out my reflections on VR’s via the link.

This week's Curated Content covers: * The importance of prioritizing professional development * Inclusive strategies for online learner success * E-learning QA checklist essentials * Measuring L&D's business impact Explore more here:

Online learning can feel isolating, making inclusivity crucial for success. This article presents an open-access toolkit to help educators create inclusive online learning environments. It offers practical strategies for course design, interactions, discussions, and more.

Leading in uncertain times isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about showing up with confidence and composure. Dana Caspersen shares five practical strategies leaders can use to stay level-headed and guide their teams through challenges with resilience. #Leadership #Learning

In a rapidly changing world, holding onto outdated beliefs can hold leaders back. Bernard Coleman explores why unlearning is just as important as learning—helping leaders and teams stay adaptable, innovative, and open to new ideas. https://buff.ly/3WMCYQl #Leadership #Unlearning #Learning

New on Misadventures in Learning! 🚀 How can we build trust in #AI to unlock its potential? My latest article dives into transparency, the role of managers, & strategies for fostering confidence in AI tools. Read more: https://buff.ly/3PwdJh8 #WorkplaceInnovation #LearningAndDevelopment

Fresia Jackson & Heather Walker challenge the leadership vs. management debate, showing how strong leadership boosts employee engagement despite varying managerial effectiveness. Their research underscores the importance of prioritizing leadership development in any organizational structure.

Paul Kirschner discusses the conflict between boosting performance and encouraging deep learning, noting that shortcuts for immediate results can impede long-term understanding.

DEI programs are evolving rather than disappearing. Josh Bersin notes that organizations are integrating DEI into broader business strategies to adapt to political pressures. The focus is moving from standalone initiatives to inclusive leadership and performance-driven diversity efforts.

Modeling intentional curiosity in my own learning and work. #LearnChat

Curiosity. #LearnChat

Like most tools, it's less about the tools itself, and more about how the tool is leveraged. #LearnChat

I feel like there’s a LOT to unpack if people are burned out from an org’s learning programs. #Learnchat