
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 | 52 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessEducation | |||

Microlearning sounds simple. It's not. In this episode, Jess sits down with Robyn Defelice to unpack why microlearning often fails and what L&D pros are getting wrong. They explore the critical shift from covering content to making intentional decisi... more
What if your real job in L&D isn't to build better courses, but to design better conditions for learning? In this episode, Mark Britz challenges us to step outside the L&D box and examine the larger ecosystem shaping performance every day. Through po... more
Is your L&D content closet getting a bit cluttered? When was the last time you cleaned it up? In this episode, Jess sits down with Ger Driesen, founder of World Learning Content Cleanup Day (#WLLCD), to challenge L&D's obsession with creation over ma... more
Choosing the right L&D technology can feel overwhelming when every platform promises transformation. In this episode, Jess and learning strategist Becky Willis cut through the noise to talk about how to evaluate learning tech with a critical eye. The... more
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I am an SME who had to DIY my education to become an effective sales trainer. I currently direct a team of four. This podcast and the resources discussed during the episodes have inspired my team’s success.
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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A practical, practitioner-focused show for learning and development professionals seeking to elevate impact in the workplace. Episodes center on real-world strategies for selecting and applying learning technology, storytelling in training, improving transfer and outcomes, and evolving the L&D function into a strategic partner. Notable throughlines include leveraging AI thoughtfully, emphasizing human-centered approaches, and turning insights into measurable behavior change and business outcomes. The host regularly features practitioners, consultants, and authors who bring hands-on guidance, actionable frameworks, and nuanced perspectives on change management and organizational learning.
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L&D Must Change launched 2 years ago and published 52 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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