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The Mindtools L&D Podcast is a must-listen for anyone involved in Learning and Development or Human Resources. The weekly show features regular appearances from the Mind Tools team plus special guests to get right to the heart of issues affecting the L&D and HR communities. From learning needs analysis and evidence-based practice through to the impact of technology on work and hot topics at indust... more

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According to Donald Taylor and Egle Vinauskaitė's recent AI in L&D: The Race for Impact report, 'creating learning content' and 'learning design tasks' remain the primary use cases for AI in learning and development. But should they be?

In this wee... more

All children play but, over time, that instinct goes away. We don't lose it, we don't forget. Instead, we get taught to stop.

For author and toy designer Cas Holman, that's a problem. With a very real impact on business performance.

In this week'... more

Why does L&D so often feel like the drive-thru window of requests—'one leadership program, hold the ROI please'? As L&D professionals, it's not who we understand ourselves to be. So how can we flip the script so that we're seen and treated as strateg... more

Decision-making is a key aspect of being a manager, and a complex mix of skills, experiences, judgments and instincts. So how do you help your managers make smarter decisions at work?

In this week's episode of The Mindtools L&D Podcast, our own Dr ... more

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Recent Guests

Cas Holman
Founder and chief designer of the toy company Heroes Will Rise and subject of the Netflix documentary series Abstract, The Art of Design.
Heroes Will Rise
Episode: 465 — The business impact of play at work
Jess Almlie
L&D Consultant and author of 'L&D Order Taker No More: Become a Strategic Business Partner'
Episode: 464 — Order taker to strategic business partner
Kevin Yates
L&D Detective
Episode: 461 — It takes a village: Isolating training's impact
David Kelly
L&D advisor, writer, and speaker
Episode: 460 — The irony of L&D: When do we develop ourselves?
Radhika Dutt
Entrepreneur and author of Radical Product Thinking
Author, Entrepreneur
Episode: 459 — OHLs over OKRs: A new approach to goal-setting
David James
Chief Learning Officer at 360 Learning
360 Learning
Episode: 458 — What do you bench(mark)?
Liggy Webb
Founding director and CEO of The Learning Architect, presenter, consultant, and best-selling author.
The Learning Architect
Episode: 456 — Building tolerance in the workplace
Ranya Nehmeh
Co-author of 'In Praise of the Office'
Episode: 455 — The case (for some people) to go back to the office
Peter Cappelli
Professor at the Wharton School
Wharton School
Episode: 455 — The case (for some people) to go back to the office

Hosts

Ross Garner
Chief Learning Officer at Mind Tools with accolades for exceptional learning design.
Ross Dickie
Learning Experience Consultant.
Gemma Towersey
Host of the Mindtools L&D Podcast.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Fascinating topics and guests

    I really enjoy your The Mind Tools L&D Podcast, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in special guests to get right to the heart of issues affecting the L&D and HR communities. I just listened to the episode about the science writer David Robson and the brain that responds to and interprets reality based on what we expect. Thank you for the invaluable takeaways.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria3 years ago
  • Such a wealth of knowledge! 🧠

    This is one of the most insightful podcasts that I have ever come across! The entire Mind Tools team does such a great job of sharing their wisdom and I love how they lead meaningful conversations with guests who bring so much actionable L

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASobering
    United States3 years ago
  • Interesting, informative and thought-provoking

    An interesting, informative and thought-provoking podcast- future focused, progressive and always one step ahead! Really helpful for me as an HR Generalist to keep up with the latest trends and developments in L&D.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ing1973
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Definitely a must-listen for everyone in HR

    The Emerald Works team and their guests offer incredible perspectives and advice on the show. I particularly enjoyed the interview with Bruce Daisley about company culture, awesome episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark Colgan
    United States5 years ago
  • Brilliantly hosted

    I really enjoy this podcast, I think it’s really well hosted by natural presenters and love to hear the rapport and humour between them and the guests.It’s intelligent thought-provoking and entertaining keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Purpleluce
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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464 — Order taker to strategic business partner
Q: So if someone's listening to this and they feel like they're maybe stuck in the order-taking mode at the moment, but they want to transition into strategic business partnering, how do you lay the foundations for that?
There are three foundational elements needed to work as a strategic business partner: 1) Understanding the business context thoroughly, 2) Clarity on the operations and expectations within L&D, and 3) Knowledge of key stakeholders and their challenges.
462 — Umbrage over troubled water: Disputing last week's episode
Q: What are some ways we can measure change in behavior without control groups?
We can measure through pre and post assessments, peer feedback, and participant interviews to gather qualitative data on behavioral changes related to learning programs.
462 — Umbrage over troubled water: Disputing last week's episode
Q: How often do you think it's worth taking that kind of rigorous evaluation approach?
It's a trade-off between rigor and resources, and you should consider the investment in the training and the potential decisions driven by the evaluation results.
459 — OHLs over OKRs: A new approach to goal-setting
Q: Do you have something, Radhika, as an alternative that you could suggest?
Radhika suggests the OHLs approach, emphasizing collaborative learning and adaptation rather than strict goal setting.
459 — OHLs over OKRs: A new approach to goal-setting
Q: Can you explain some of the downsides or consequences that you've seen?
Radhika explains that the focus on objectives and metrics often leads individuals to ignore negative data to present only positive performance, ultimately atrophying their problem-solving skills.

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What is The Mindtools L&D Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rich resource for professionals engaged in Learning and Development (L&D) and Human Resources (HR), this podcast focuses on critical issues affecting these fields. Regular discussions touch on topics such as training effectiveness, employee development, evaluation methods, and the impact of technology on workplace dynamics. By featuring insights from the Mind Tools team alongside various industry guests, the content remains fresh and relevant, delving into innovative practices and frameworks like the L&D maturity model, alternative goal-setting strategies, and the importance of fostering a culture of continuous learning. Unique to this podcast is its balance of practical guidance and theoretical exploration, making it a valuable listening... more

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7. Liggy Webb
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