Ever wondered how a facilitator can transform an organization's culture? In today's episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast, I'm joined by the Founder of the School of Facilitatin, Kirsty Lewis as we unravel the art of facilitation in leadership. We're unpacking: ? The unique dance between training, facilitation, and coaching ? The 'iceberg model' in facilitation - what's beneath the surface matters! ? Mastering workshop design - blending purpose with creativity Discover how facilitation skills not only guide teams but also shape organizational culture. And for those eager to enhance their ..read more

Have you been thinking about making a lateral move in your L&D career? In today's episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast, I help you look beyond job titles and identify if making a lateral move is the right decision for you! We're deep diving into all of the different considerations including: ?Thinking beyond job titles and salaries and aligning career objectives with job responsibilities and growth opportunities ?How to identify career growth opportunities during the interview process, and how to do your own research to find key indicators of promotion trends inside of the organizati ..read more

Tired of sifting through advice to try and stand out in your L&D job search? In today's episode of The L&D Career Club I'm sharing FIVE ways you can start to create an intentional shift in your strategy to ACTUALLY stand out in your job search. We're talking practical steps you can apply today including: ? Whether or not you should make your resume "ATS friendly" and what that *actually means ? Shifting your content strategy if you want to use LinkedIn to help you land a role ? How to network without always feeling like you have to "sell yourself" ? Where you should spend time when it ..read more

  Ever wondered how the art of copywriting can revolutionize Learning & Development? ?   In our latest episode, we dive into the transformative power of copywriting and content marketing within the L&D sphere! Join Sarah and Gary as they explore: ? The Crucial Role of Copywriting in L&D: Discover how compelling writing can elevate your L&D initiatives, making your content more discoverable and relevant. ? The Science of Engagement: Learn about the framework for creating captivating content – from crafting effective titles to adding real value to your audience. ?️ Clar ..read more

Ready to launch into your new L&D role in 2024 but are soooo over setting a SMART goal to do it? I've always been iffy on using SMART goals as a way to set career goals, and inside today's episode of The L&D Career Club, I'm giving you a whole new strategy to make sure you are creating goals you have power over achieving! ? Today we're focusing on: ? Why SMART goals don't work when it comes to setting career goals ? How to take an intention-led approach to setting goals aligned with what you want to achieve ? My 4-step process to creating R.E.A.L goals (a new formula I've been working ..read more

Are you ready to find, land, love, and THRIVE in the L&D career of your dreams in 2024? ? If so, we've upleveled The L&D Career Club Membership to be the official home for purpose-driven people looking to make big waves in their L&D career in 2024! Inside today's episode of The L&D Career Club podcast, I'm sharing about our upgraded membership including: ? The upcoming programs for Q1 2024, including our live L&D Resume Reprogram workshop series, guest speakers such as Molly Shapiro, Ross Stevenson, and Jessica Rivera, and the addition of Interview Office Hours.  ? New ..read more

  Are you still clinging to outdated career strategies as we move into 2024? In today's episode of The L&D Career Club, we are focusing on how to be 'out with the old' and 'in with the aligned' when it comes to finding and landing your dream L&D role in 2024. In our second-to-last episode of the year we cover: ? Why traditional job title-focused approaches are limiting your career potential. ? The pitfalls of over-reliance on referrals and why diversifying your job search is key. ? Why 'selective mentorship' trumps collecting varied advice for a coherent career path. ? How to avoi ..read more

  Are You Harnessing the Power of Neuroscience in Your L&D Strategies? Ever pondered how understanding the brain can revolutionize learning and development? ? Tune into our enlightening episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of neuroscience and its practical applications in L&D. Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll learn: ? Neuroscience Meets Learning Science: Explore how neuroscience can inform and transform learning design, with insights from Lauren’s extensive career journey in corporate training and teaching across the globe. ? From ..read more

? Are you tapping into the full potential of Q4 for your L&D career? In the latest episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast, we debunk some common myths about the job market and provide insights for L&D professionals looking to land their new role soon. We're diving into: ? The surprising truth about job opportunities in Q4 - they're abundant, not scarce! ? Key skills employers are eagerly seeking - and how you can showcase them effectively. ? The rising importance of non-traditional career paths and diverse candidate profiles in the L&D landscape. This episode is based on data-d ..read more

Feeling the pressure in your job search? You're not alone. In our latest deep dive, we confront the all-too-common issue of desperation in the job hunt. Here's what we're unpacking: ? The 'Desperation Cycle': How it starts and why it's hard to break ? The risks of the 'spray and pray' approach in job applications ? Identifying and avoiding toxic work environments ? The power of mindset in overcoming job search desperation ? Strategies for aligning job choices with your true values and goals   Join us for Nail Your L&D Niche LIVE: https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/courses/nail ..read more