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The Mindtools L&D Podcast

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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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The promise of self-directed learning is that employees will take charge of their own development, if we only create the environment for them to do so. But does this actually happen?

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

What a year it was! In this week's episode of The Mindtools L&D Podcast, HowNow's Nelson Sivalingam joins Ross G and Ross D to reflect on 2025 and look to emerging trends in 2026. We discuss:

• AI (obviously) and how it's evolving

• the rise of i... more

How do you run an organization-wide learning function with just two people? At LV=, that's the main focus for Talent, Learning and Development Partner Rob Foster.

This week on The Mindtools L&D Podcast, Rob joins Claire and Ross G to discuss:

... more

The L&D industry has always talked about 'business value' as an elusive concept. Now, a new book from Laura Overton and Michelle Ockers, The L&D Leader: Principles and Practice for Delivering Business Value, articulates what that looks like in practi... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Potter
Mindtools Kineo Head of Product
Mindtools Kineo
Episode: 475 — Is self-directed learning a myth?
Nelson Sivalingam
Co-founder and advocate for AI integration in Learning and Development
HowNow
Episode: 474 — So long 2025, what's hot for 2026?
Rob Foster
L&D professional at LV
LV
Episode: 473 — Learning at LV=
Claire Gibson
Learning Experience Senior Manager at Mind Tools
Mind Tools
Episode: 473 — Learning at LV=
Nina Bressler
Founder of Reimagined Value and Global Head of Service Academy at Hitachi Energy.
Hitachi Energy
Episode: 471 — A long-term view on learning
Dick Finnegan
Author of Targeting Turnover and consultant on employee retention.
Episode: 469 — How businesses can hold on to their best people
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

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Ross Garner
Host of the L&D Podcast, sharing insights and leading discussions on industry trends.
Ross Dickie
Host and contributing expert on topics related to Learning and Development, often involving guest speakers.

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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The engaging and humorous hosting style makes complex topics easy to understand and relatable.
Many find the podcast invaluable for staying updated on L&D best practices and trends, highlighting its practical applications in their roles.
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475 — Is self-directed learning a myth?
Q: Is self-directed learning a myth in the workplace context?
No, it fills a gap driven by both intrinsic curiosity and external needs.
472 — Delivering business value
Q: How do L&D teams increase their maturity?
By applying the TRY principles which focus on tuning in, responding, and improving, rather than following a linear maturation process.
472 — Delivering business value
Q: What is our destination as L&D professionals and why are we often unsure of where we are headed?
Our destination is the business value we're trying to create through L&D efforts, but many factors like lack of exploration of business strategies hinder clarity.
471 — A long-term view on learning
Q: How do you go about getting that budget and buy-in from the business?
Nina suggests reframing learning as a strategic enabler linked to business continuity and building coalitions of support.
471 — A long-term view on learning
Q: How do you work with business stakeholders to identify what areas to focus on?
Nina emphasizes the importance of identifying web bridge points that create systemic ripple effects and aligning business priorities with societal needs.

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Focused on Learning and Development (L&D), the content features discussions with experts and practitioners about crucial industry trends and challenges. Episodes cover a range of topics such as AI integration, employee retention strategies, and the impact of organizational culture on learning. Noteworthy is the emphasis on actionable insights, making the show valuable for professionals seeking to enhance their organization's learning culture and performance management strategies. The engaging conversational style often combines humor with expert knowledge, making complex topics approachable for listeners.

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Recent guests on The Mindtools L&D Podcast include:

1. Dan Potter
2. Nelson Sivalingam
3. Rob Foster
4. Claire Gibson
5. Nina Bressler
6. Dick Finnegan
7. Cas Holman
8. Jess Almlie

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