EPISODE · Nov 26, 2025 · 44 MIN
Ep. 006 | Hitting the High Notes of Training w/ Rusty Shields
from The Spark Konnect · host Kassy LaBorie
In this episode, host Kassy LaBorie interviews Rusty Shields, a trained opera singer and learning & development consultant. Rusty shares his unique journey from music to training, discussing how his artistic background influences his approach to facilitation and teaching. The conversation explores themes of vulnerability, connection, and the importance of artistry in professional development.Rusty’s Performances Mentioned In This Episode: Opera - Nessun Dorma: https://youtu.be/lMqyftAsEFY?si=NEYowkKmciwNyyyX Musical Theatre - Bring Him Home: https://youtu.be/DIWryR8OPt8?si=nGpcYL5qrWishiel Folk - Hallelujah: https://youtu.be/lBmmPhoKPSA?si=fuVR0GquoqJHHvvh National Anthem: https://youtu.be/GnW9ug4FPls?si=iRqvI3wEOyAsj5rt Rusty’s Links:Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connectioncatalyst/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/develefyconsulting/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DevelefyConsulting/ Website: https://develefy.com/ Kassy’s Links:Website: https://kassylaborie.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassylaborie/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassylaborie/ Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Rusty Shields04:01 The Journey from Music to Training06:21 Transitioning to Opera and Performance09:09 The Audition Experience and Early Success11:37 Graduate Studies and Choral Conducting14:08 Connecting Music and Training16:46 Vulnerability in Artistry and Facilitation23:16 The Power of Vulnerability in Facilitation27:06 Transformative Connection: A New Model for Facilitation33:42 The Spark Effect: Igniting Transformational Learning38:09 Connecting Through Music: Techniques for EngagementTakeaways:Rusty uses a human-centered approach to learning.Vulnerability is crucial in both artistry and facilitation.Artistry can enhance the effectiveness of training.Rusty believes in the importance of fun in learning and teaching.learning and development, opera singer, training, facilitation, vulnerability, artistry, education, music, connection, inclusion
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In this episode, host Kassy LaBorie interviews Rusty Shields, a trained opera singer and learning & development consultant. Rusty shares his unique journey from music to training, discussing how his artistic background influences his approach to facilitation and teaching. The conversation explores themes of vulnerability, connection, and the importance of artistry in professional development.Rusty’s Performances Mentioned In This Episode: Opera - Nessun Dorma: https://youtu.be/lMqyftAsEFY?si=NEYowkKmciwNyyyX Musical Theatre - Bring Him Home: https://youtu.be/DIWryR8OPt8?si=nGpcYL5qrWishiel Folk - Hallelujah: https://youtu.be/lBmmPhoKPSA?si=fuVR0GquoqJHHvvh National Anthem: https://youtu.be/GnW9ug4FPls?si=iRqvI3wEOyAsj5rt Rusty’s Links:Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connectioncatalyst/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/develefyconsulting/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DevelefyConsulting/ Website: https://develefy.com/ Kassy’s Links:Website: https://kassylaborie.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassylaborie/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassylaborie/ Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Rusty Shields04:01 The Journey from Music to Training06:21 Transitioning to Opera and Performance09:09 The Audition Experience and Early Success11:37 Graduate Studies and Choral Conducting14:08 Connecting Music and Training16:46 Vulnerability in Artistry and Facilitation23:16 The Power of Vulnerability in Facilitation27:06 Transformative Connection: A New Model for Facilitation33:42 The Spark Effect: Igniting Transformational Learning38:09 Connecting Through Music: Techniques for EngagementTakeaways:Rusty uses a human-centered approach to learning.Vulnerability is crucial in both artistry and facilitation.Artistry can enhance the effectiveness of training.Rusty believes in the importance of fun in learning and teaching.learning and development, opera singer, training, facilitation, vulnerability, artistry, education, music, connection, inclusion
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