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L&D Must Change

Jess Almlie
Learning and Development
Digital Coach
Informal Learning
Behavior Change
5 Moments Of Need
Leadership Development
Career Development
Workflow Learning
Belonging
Business Acumen
Team Collaboration
Talent Management
Employee Engagement
Talent Development
Everboarding
Virtual Training
Neurodiversity
Change Management
Performance Consulting
Storytelling

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

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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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Recent Guests

Guus van Deelen
L&D consultant and author of Organizing L&D for Results
Episode: 42. Organizing L&D for Results with Guus van Deelen
Dr. Alaina Szlachta
Founder of By Design Development Solutions, expert in data strategy for learning leaders
By Design Development Solutions
Episode: 40. LIVE! Securing Influence and Credibility in the C-Suite with David L. Jackson III and Dr. Alaina Szlachta
David L. Jackson III
Director of Talent Pathways and Learning for HealthPoint CHC, recognized thought leader in L&D
HealthPoint CHC
Episode: 40. LIVE! Securing Influence and Credibility in the C-Suite with David L. Jackson III and Dr. Alaina Szlachta
Irma Horvath
An L&D leader focused on empowering learning in organizations, former teacher and founder of Morea Training
Kahoot
Episode: 38. Build Learners, Not Libraries with Irma Horvath
Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Award-winning neuroscientist and entrepreneur, founder of Ness Labs, and author of the book Tiny Experiments.
Ness Labs
Episode: 35. Conducting Tiny Experiments in L&D with Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Al Dea
Founder of The Edge of Work, a talent and leadership development firm
The Edge of Work
Episode: 34. When Promotions Aren't Possible with Al Dea
Anamaria Dorgo
Learning and community consultant, learning experience designer and facilitator.
L&D Shakers
Episode: 33. Let Learning Roam Free with Anamaria Dorgo
Debbie Smith
Senior Director at Visier University and President of CEDMA
Visier University
Episode: 32. When Customer Education and L&D Collide with Debbie Smith
Candice Mitchell
Founder of Talent Development Nerds and creator of the Talent Development Academy, focusing on making L&D more impactful and respected.
Talent Development Nerds
Episode: 31. Context Over Content with Candice Mitchell

Host

Jess Almlie
Host and a notable thought leader in Learning and Development, focusing on empowering organizational change and innovation in learning practices.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • This is the L&D podcast you’ve been looking for!

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichaeltheEncourager
    United Statesa month ago
  • L&D Variety!

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mpuryear2014
    United States8 months ago
  • Fantastic motivation and information for L&D professionals

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy Storch
    United States2 years ago

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The podcast is regarded as a key resource for L&D professionals looking to innovate and enhance their practices in a meaningful way.
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Feedback highlights the expertise of the host and guests, often stating they provide inspirational and actionable insights.

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42. Organizing L&D for Results with Guus van Deelen
Q: How do we decide which ones to focus on?
We need to segment customers based on risk, size, and importance to prioritize our resources effectively.
42. Organizing L&D for Results with Guus van Deelen
Q: How do we need to change our approach to L&D?
We need to start with understanding the context and the business landscape to make informed decisions on learning solutions.
40. LIVE! Securing Influence and Credibility in the C-Suite with David L. Jackson III and Dr. Alaina Szlachta
Q: How can small and limited resource teams gain credibility in the C-suite?
Focus on governance, strategy, and infrastructure while working on building relationships across the organization to ensure alignment with business needs.
40. LIVE! Securing Influence and Credibility in the C-Suite with David L. Jackson III and Dr. Alaina Szlachta
Q: What do we do differently to converse effectively with the executive audience?
It starts with listening—understanding the language of the organization and aligning learning strategies to business objectives.
40. LIVE! Securing Influence and Credibility in the C-Suite with David L. Jackson III and Dr. Alaina Szlachta
Q: What is one reason you believe learning and development is often ignored at the executive table?
Learning and development often uses language that doesn't resonate with executives, focusing on technical terms rather than how learning aligns with business goals.

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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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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
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