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The Business of Learning

Training Industry, Inc.
Learning and Development
Employee Engagement
Corporate Training
Learning Reinforcement
Psychological Safety
Human-Centered Leadership
Digital Fluency
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Training Industry
Training Management
Workforce Training
Behavior Change In Training
Leadership Training
Leadership Development
Change Management
Competency Modeling
Career Development
Employee Well-Being
Training Measurement
Employee Confidence

The Business of Learning is produced by the team at TrainingIndustry.com, and focuses on the intersection of business performance and human capital development. Our guests are experts and innovators in organizational learning and development, and we highlight original research on trends and best practices in corporate training.

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Latest Episodes

In celebration of Training Industry’s 20-year anniversary, we asked our listeners to share their perspectives on the past, present and future of learning and development (L&D).

In this bonus episode of The Business of Learning, we dig into your subm... more

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Understanding the impact of training is a top priority for learning leaders — but knowing where to start with learning analytics can be challenging. From identifying the right metrics to connecting data back to business goals, effective measurement i... more

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With tighter budgets and ongoing economic uncertainty, many learning leaders are being asked to do more with less. Managing training functions with limited resources requires creativity, strategic prioritization and strong stakeholder alignment.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is bringing both challenges and opportunities to the corporate learning space.

In this episode of The Business of Learning — recorded live, in person at the 2025 Training Industry Conference & Expo (TICE) — we sat down w... more

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Recent Guests

John Richardson
Assistant Director of Training and Delivery at the Center for Domestic Preparedness
Episode: The Business of Learning, Bonus Episode: Unpacking L&D Trends
Soumya Duaveri-Burks
Certified professional in training management and an experienced learning specialist
Episode: The Business of Learning, Bonus Episode: Unpacking L&D Trends
Gifford Gregory
From Nestle Health Science, earned the CPTM
Nestle Health Science
Episode: The Business of Learning, Bonus Episode: Unpacking L&D Trends
Tom Quist
Certified Professional in Training Management and Training Supervisor
Episode: The Business of Learning, Bonus Episode: Unpacking L&D Trends
Brandy Ford
Certified Professional in Training Management, Assistant Vice President of Manager Strategy Analytics and Technology
FM
Episode: The Business of Learning, Episode 91: Foundational Learning Measurement and Analytics
Nichol Bradford
Executive in residence for SHRM, focusing on AI and human integration.
SHRM
Episode: The Business of Learning, Bonus Episode: Preparing for the AI-Driven Future of Work
Dr. Michelle Rozen
Passionate about making changes that actually stick and creating sustainable change.
Episode: The Business of Learning, Bonus Episode: L&D’s Role in Leading Sustainable Change
Aleksandar Orovcanec
Technical Training Specialist at CSA Group
CSA Group
Episode: The Business of Learning, Episode 89: Training Technical Talent — How to Build Future-Ready Tech Teams
Geoffrey Roche
Director of Workforce Development at Siemens Healthineers
Siemens Healthineers
Episode: The Business of Learning, Episode 88: Onboarding in 2025 — Creating Experiences That Show Employees They Matter

Hosts

Michelle Eggleston-Schwartz
Editor-in-Chief at Training Industry, focusing on research-driven insights and best practices for training and development among professionals.
Sarah Gallo
Senior Editor at Training Industry and co-host, known for her expertise in learning and development processes.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Poor Audio Quality

    I am really interested in this content, but the audio quality is so bad I can’t get through an episode. I think especially when we talk about training and instructional design, professionalism in the production needs to be considered or it damages the credibility of the content.

    I encourage you to invest in better sound equipment and editing if you’re serious about this podcast.

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    detroiting+
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Resource!

    If you want to learn of ways to enhance your organization this podcast is a must!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mjgrinder
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions that provide actionable strategies for enhancing workplace training and development programs.
Some feedback indicates concerns about audio quality; however, many find the content valuable and relevant to current industry trends.

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The Business of Learning, Episode 91: Foundational Learning Measurement and Analytics
Q: What advice do you have for L&D professionals who want to move beyond smile sheets and participation scores?
Brandy suggests focusing on behavior change and results using follow-up assessments at 60, 90, and 120 days post-training, to truly demonstrate the training's impact on business outcomes.
The Business of Learning, Episode 91: Foundational Learning Measurement and Analytics
Q: What are some common training metrics that learning and development leaders should really start tracking?
Brandy suggests focusing on participation and completion, but also emphasizes the importance of measuring confidence, application of knowledge, and business impact metrics such as sales cycle time and client satisfaction.
The Business of Learning, Episode 91: Foundational Learning Measurement and Analytics
Q: Can you share a little bit about your own experience with learning analytics?
Brandy discusses her 22 years in employee development and her focus on analytics and measurement in learning. She emphasizes the importance of connecting learning initiatives to business outcomes, particularly in times of economic uncertainty.
The Business of Learning, Episode 90: Managing Training With Limited Resources
Q: What is your advice for engaging internal subject matter experts?
Engaging internal experts can help stretch budgets further by involving them in training processes, reducing the dependency on external vendors.
The Business of Learning, Episode 90: Managing Training With Limited Resources
Q: What steps can L&D leaders take to secure greater training investment?
L&D leaders can tie training outcomes to business metrics that leadership values, demonstrating direct impacts on performance that justify investments.

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Focusing on the nexus of business performance and human capital development, the content spans various facets of organizational learning and development, addressing the latest trends and best practices. Common themes include the impact of artificial intelligence on workforce training, strategies for sustainable organizational change, and the importance of human-centered leadership. With industry experts sharing actionable insights, the content is enriched by practical advice for enhancing training initiatives, making it a valuable resource for professionals seeking to improve organizational effectiveness and employee engagement. The unique emphasis on integrating research-driven discussions ensures that listeners are equipped with data-back... more

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