(I didn't write this, it was the AI function on the podcast platform ... see what you think): In this enlightening (hmm, that's a bit much - JT) episode of the Trainer Tools podcast, explore the far-reaching influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in learning and development mechanisms. Our distinguished (I'd never use the word "distinguished" - JT) guest, David Ly from cutting-edge technology conglomerate Iveda, masterfully (it's a bit over-the-top, isn't it? - JT) simplifies the intricate concept of AI, stressing its role in performing tasks for human beings and delivering tangible benefit ..read more

In this episode John Tomlinson discusses a favourite topic with Omer Glass: learning evaluation (no, seriously, it is a favourite topic ...). It's easy to evaluate at the reaction level with a happy sheet, but how do we answer the so-what question? That was great training, but so what? What difference did it make? That challenge is one of the most interesting parts of L&D! Omer Glass is the Co-Founder and CEO of Growthspace. Before co-founding Growthspace, Omer worked as a Management Consultant with Shaldor, one of Israel's leading management consultancies, and held various positions in th ..read more

In this episode John Tomlinson speaks to Robert Kirby of People People about the role of the voice in our personal impact, not just in the training room, but more generally how we can train ourselves to improve how we come across with authority and influence. Rob is Director of People, People, which provides workshops, courses and coaching using the ‘People, People Way’. It combines psychology, acting tools and coaching principles to improve productivity, performance, and employee engagement for businesses. With a focus on interpersonal communication, People People have supported a range of pu ..read more

In this podcast John Tomlinson talks to David James of 360Learning about how we need to align out digital learning strategies to fixing real problems quickly, rather than building up cumbersome libraries of generic content. It's more fun that I just made it sound, I promise.   David James is Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning (formerly at Looop) and has been a People Development professional for more than 20 years, most notably as Director of Talent, Learning & OD for The Walt Disney Company across Europe, the Middle East & Africa.   David is host of The Learning & Dev ..read more

Heather Hansen focuses on helping organisations communicate better, and helping individuals at work get their voices heard. Her book Unmuted talks through her holistic process of building confidence, capability and connection - not just ticking some training boxes. In this episode John Tomlinson talks to her about how she makes this work. Heather Hansen helps multinational companies enhance collaboration, innovation and inclusion across their global teams through greater understanding and stronger, more efficient communication policies. She focuses on fostering unmuted communication cultures w ..read more

I've always though that hospitals are the best example we have of a good learning organisation, and the medical profession the best example of continuous professional development, so I was keen to chat to someone who understood this field better than I did (my medical training is entirely made up of watching Grey's Anatomy) - and so I was grateful to have the opportunity to have a conversation with Dr Alex Young, a qualified surgeon and L&D entrepreneur (and marathon runner etc.). Dr Alex Young is an NHS trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, and founder of Virti. Passionate about improving human ..read more

In this episode John Tomlinson talks with Kushal Bose about his remarkable career and how he's used his engineering and film making background to create deep learning experiences in organisations. Kushal Bose is the CEO of teledec.com and learning & development facilitator for corporate clients. He helps companies reduce costs and improve bottom line through the art of storytelling. With advanced degrees in engineering and film production, he founded Teledec International in 1987 to create engaging training tools that combine the different techniques of cinema, explaining complex technical ..read more

We all make mistakes, and when we're forced to suddenly start working entirely online after a lifetime of facilitating training in training rooms, we might make a lot more of them! No problem, mistakes are learning opportunities, and so in this podcast John Tomlinson talks to Caroline Black about five mistakes she's made since the Covid pandemic and moving her learning and development sessions into the virtual world. Caroline Black is a specialist in leadership development and communication skills. She is a Fellow and Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations. Caroline de ..read more

In this episode, John Tomlinson talks to Mary Brunton about her experience of bringing leadership training into the virtual world as the pandemic took hold and face-to-face training was stopped. In this conversation, Mary and John share their experiences and discuss how imposter syndrome has increased with the new ways of working. Mary L Brunton MA (Hons) CIPD has been working internationally for over 20 years and in more than 30 countries. Mary has extensive professional experience of designing and delivering senior leadership training and executive coaching for teams and individuals. Clients ..read more

In this podcast John talks to Sunita Sehmi about how Learning and Development professionals can approach inclusion in our work, and how we can move from talking about words like "diversity" and "inclusion" to thinking about "belonging" Sunita Sehmi is a Certified Executive Coach, Consultant, Speaker and Trainer. She is of Indian origin and was born in London before moving to Geneva in 1992. She has a Psychology degree, specializing in Occupational and Developmental Psychology and a Post Graduate certification in the Development and Training of Adults from the UK. She also has a Masters in Huma ..read more