The L&D Hot Seat
Welcome to The L&D Hot Seat! A podcast that focuses on challenging scenarios in the field of learning and development. Every 2 weeks we interview a professional in the field of L&D and present them with 3 challenging scenarios to see how they would solve those problems. Let's see how they handle The Hot Seat! Visit the Show Notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat
Episodes
46 episodes
Richard Totten - Where Performance Meets Facilitation
In this episode, Richard and I chat about:- What translates from performing music to leading corporate presentations?- How can we help an audience apply what they learn?- When should you pivot on stage to meet your audie...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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34:55
Jill Wade - Always Understand Your Licensing Agreements!
In this episode, Jill and I talk about:- How do you find visual media assets for your project?- What are the pros and cons of free vs. paid resources?- What files should you keep to protect yourself and your employer?
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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35:56
Christy Tucker - How to Advocate for Scenario-Based Learning
In this episode, Christy and I chat about:- When should you change the details in your scenarios?- How to avoid scope creep with your scenarios?- How to advocate for scenario-based learning with stakeholders?Chec...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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50:27
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara - How to Stress-Test Your Team
In this episode, Nicole and I chat about:- The signs that your team is struggling during crunch time- The parts of a project that can be outsourced to meet a deadline- How you can run your own stress-test with your team<...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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32:27
Wheatley Moylan - What to do when your learners confide in you?
In this episode, Wheatley and I discuss:-What do you do with the information you learn while training?- How do you set boundaries for yourself when wanting to help learners?- Should you have a set of emotional baseline q...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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31:01
Heather Burright - The Unique Challenges for Non-Profit L&D
In this episode, Heather and I chat about:- How do you navigate developing training while meeting the requirements for Non-profit grants?- What role does project management play in federated organizations?- How important...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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30:05
Joseph Diaz - Bring your previous experience to new endeavors
In this episode Joseph and I chat about:- Having to adopt new tools when pivoting to a new position- How to stomp down imposter syndrome when facilitating on a topic you're not as familiar with?- How to...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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37:32
Jolene Jang - Being an Asian American Advocate at Work
In this episode, Jolene and I discuss:- How do you introduce people to the conversation about race who are uncomfortable and have little experience?- How important is it to advocate for diversification at conferences? How do you...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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50:45
Jonathan Hill - How to balance your passions with your projects
In this episode, Jon and I chat about:- How to keep pop cultural references relevant towards learning- The importance of a community of practice- When and where to mix your passions with your work
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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35:25
Justin Blanchard - Using Artificial Intelligence in L&D
In this episode, Justin and I talk about:-Communicating the realities of AI to your stakeholders-How to use AI for soft skill development-How to train AI to communicate with failure in mind
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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42:31
Kerry O'Brien - The importance of curiosity for building connections
In this episode, Kerry and I chat about:- How do you disagree with someone but keep the conversation productive?- How can we demonstrate that we value the differences in our teams?- What is effective feedback withing you...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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43:40
Heidi Kirby - Top Tips on Supporting Your Network Through LinkedIn
In this episode, Heidi and I outline our top tips for how you can support your network of L&D Professionals on LinkedIn. Every tip has intentionality behind it, so you can implement these tips immediately and foster the value of your commun...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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51:37
Dr. Robin Sargent - Lessons from Running a Vocational School
In this episode, Robin and I discuss:- The importance of deliberate practice- How we can automate tasks in L&D-What her top tips from running a vocational school, are
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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43:59
Matthew Daniel - Workforce Barriers to Career Pathways and Cultures of Learning
In this episode, Matthew and I discuss:- What skills a beneficial for a learner's next step in development?- How important is telling a story that reflects your knowledge or skill?- What are learner barriers for career p...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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56:41
Tom McDowall - Should you use Youtube to teach others L&D?
In this episode, Tom and I turn up the heat and answer 5 burning questions:-Why use YouTube to teach others about L&D?-How do you ensure your content is engaging and valuable to your audience? -Are there an...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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38:56
Rebecca Cuevas - Course Design Formula
In this episode, I chat with Rebecca on:- How to avoid scoop creep when designing a course?- How to safeguard a learner's cognitive load?- How to convert in-person training to effective eLearning?
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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33:19
Mark Britz - Submitting a Speaker Proposal to a Conference
In this episode, Mark and I chat about:- What speaking at a conference can do for you and your career?- How do you format your submission to have the best possible chance of being accepted?- How important is your Bio whe...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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25:33
Yvonne Urra-Bazain - Developing Accessible Content with People In Mind
In this episode, Yvonne and I chat about:- How to apply universal design to your work?- How to advocate for accessible standards when a team is rushing on a project?- How does accessibility communicate diversity, inclusi...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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37:34
Darren Nerland - The future of skills in the workforce
In this episode, Darren and I chat about:- How important is it to adopt skill training in an organization?- What does the future of skills look like for companies?- What inspiration led to the development of his Seattle-...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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40:00
Amy Petricek - Navigating career disruption and self-care during a layoff
In this episode, Amy and I talk about:- How do you advocate for your learners when your company is experiencing changes?- How can you show the impact of your L&D team on internal/external audiences?- How to care for ...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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33:30
Debbie Richards - How can we use virtual reality in L&D?
In this episode, Debbie and I chat about:- The value that virtual reality can bring to a company.- How to get buy-in from stakeholders for adopting virtual reality?- How to adopt virtual reality company-wide?...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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29:23
Matt Gjertsen - Overcoming imposter syndrome in high-risk training
In this episode, Matt and I chat about:1) How can someone overcome imposter syndrome in high-risk training?2) Training a group that's more competent in the material than yourself.3) How to leverage previous experience in...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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38:09
Eric Girard - Providing a solid foundation for new managers
In this episode, Eric and I chat about:How to train new managers?Why listening is an important skill? How important are leadership styles when managing a team?
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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33:30
Taresa Scott - Acquiring L&D contracts, Networking, and Building your business
In this episode, Taresa and I discuss:- How to get started when searching for L&D contract work?- What to do when a stakeholder asks for more "engagement"?- How to get started in building your own business?
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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35:55
Ross Stevenson - Adopting new L&D tools and balancing your passion at work
In this episode, Ross and I chat about:- Factors to consider when adopting a new product on a team.- How to meet the learner where they are with new tools?- What is "Ikigai" and how can you balance passion and work?
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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40:46