
L&D Must Change is a podcast dedicated to people development professionals (L&D, TD, OD, etc.) who want to make an impact. Through conversations with L&D colleagues passionate about changing our profession for the better and the occasional solo episode, Jess Almlie will uncover practical strategies we can all use to make a positive difference in the world of work. Let's learn from each other and c... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 43 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationBusiness | |||

Tired of L&D busywork that doesn't move the needle? In this episode, Jess and Guus van Deelen dismantle "course factory" thinking and show how to organize L&D for results. They unpack the five L&D "chessboards," shift focus from learning to performan... more
What if the key to better learning isn't more content, but less? In this episode, Jess Almlie sits down with L&D expert Katrina Kennedy to explore how simplifying learning experiences and building in moments of reflection can transform behavior and p... more
How do learning professionals earn a true voice in the boardroom? In this special episode, recorded live at the Learning Guild's Learning Leadership Conference 2025 in Orlando, Jess Almlie sits down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta and David "DJ3" Jackson to... more
Change isn't an event, it's the air we breathe. In this episode, Jess talks with Holly Burkett about reframing change management as energy management, tackling stacked changes that drain capacity, and recognizing burnout as a workplace issue and not ... more
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Jess is the real deal. I found her podcast through a random search and I’m so glad I did! I love the mix of interviews and personal industry wisdom Jess shares. This one’s a keeper!
I love this podcast! Jess is very easy to listen to and she always has great material that is very well presented. Her guests are always interesting and bring something to the table. I like to think of it as an L&D variety show because she has so many different nooks she dives into. It’s a must subscribe!
Jess Almlie is such an expert and beacon of hope and logic when it comes to how L&D can change and become more strategic in the future. I’ve loved her interviews on my show and love that she has her own now. This is a must listen for L&D.
Andy Storch
Host of the Talent Development Think Tank
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This podcast is dedicated to professionals in the field of Learning and Development (L&D), Talent Development (TD), and Organization Development (OD) who are eager to make a meaningful impact in their work environments. It offers insightful conversations that explore innovative approaches to enhancing people's development within organizations. Episodes feature expert guests sharing practical strategies, experiences, and recommendations aimed at transforming traditional L&D practices and improving engagement through more effective learning and development methodologies. The show emphasizes collaborative learning, adaptation to change, and the importance of cultivating a positive organizational culture that supports continuous growth and deve... more
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L&D Must Change launched 2 years ago and published 43 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on L&D Must Change include:
1. Guus van Deelen
2. Dr. Alaina Szlachta
3. David L. Jackson III
4. Irma Horvath
5. Anne-Laure Le Cunff
6. Al Dea
7. Anamaria Dorgo
8. Debbie Smith
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