EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 33 MIN
Ep. 022 | Humming Along w/ Jordon Taylor
from The Spark Konnect · host Kassy LaBorie
In this engaging conversation, Kassy LaBorie interviews Jordan Taylor, a corporate trainer and musician, exploring the intersection of music, performance, and effective training techniques. They discuss the importance of audience engagement, the role of creativity in training, and how personal experiences can enhance the learning environment. Jordan shares insights from his time at GoDaddy, the development of a train-the-trainer program, and the use of music as inspiration for training activities. The conversation emphasizes the need for trainers to connect with their audience and adapt their delivery to create impactful learning experiences.Jordon’s Links:Website: https://corporatetrainingcompanion.com/about-jordon-taylor-corporate-training-expert/Instagram: www.instagram.com/corporatetrainingcompanionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corptrainingcompanionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordontaylor/Kassy’s Links:Website: https://kassylaborie.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassylaborie/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassylaborie/Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jordan Taylor and His Journey03:16 The Transition from Music to Corporate Training06:04 The Role of Performance in Training08:42 The Importance of Group Dynamics in Training11:30 GoDaddy's Effective Training Approach14:08 Building a Train the Trainer Program16:42 The Magic of Engagement in Training19:30 Using Music as Inspiration for Training22:13 Creative Techniques in Training Delivery24:39 The Power of Covering Songs in Training27:25 Conclusion and Resources for TrainersTakeawaysJordon Taylor is the owner of Corporate Training Companion.Jordon has a background in music, playing guitar and trombone.He emphasizes the importance of performance skills in training.Jordon’s experience with GoDaddy's onboarding process was well-structured and engaging.Jordan built a train-the-trainer program for GoDaddy's expansion.He uses creative techniques to engage trainees, like magic tricks..Music serves as a source of inspiration for training content.Trainers should focus on audience feelings and engagement.Jordon offers courses for new trainers on corporate training and interview preparation.corporate training, music, performance, engagement, training techniques, GoDaddy, train the trainer, audience connection, creativity, instructional design
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In this engaging conversation, Kassy LaBorie interviews Jordan Taylor, a corporate trainer and musician, exploring the intersection of music, performance, and effective training techniques. They discuss the importance of audience engagement, the role of creativity in training, and how personal experiences can enhance the learning environment. Jordan shares insights from his time at GoDaddy, the development of a train-the-trainer program, and the use of music as inspiration for training activities. The conversation emphasizes the need for trainers to connect with their audience and adapt their delivery to create impactful learning experiences.Jordon’s Links:Website: https://corporatetrainingcompanion.com/about-jordon-taylor-corporate-training-expert/Instagram: www.instagram.com/corporatetrainingcompanionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corptrainingcompanionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordontaylor/Kassy’s Links:Website: https://kassylaborie.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassylaborie/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassylaborie/Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jordan Taylor and His Journey03:16 The Transition from Music to Corporate Training06:04 The Role of Performance in Training08:42 The Importance of Group Dynamics in Training11:30 GoDaddy's Effective Training Approach14:08 Building a Train the Trainer Program16:42 The Magic of Engagement in Training19:30 Using Music as Inspiration for Training22:13 Creative Techniques in Training Delivery24:39 The Power of Covering Songs in Training27:25 Conclusion and Resources for TrainersTakeawaysJordon Taylor is the owner of Corporate Training Companion.Jordon has a background in music, playing guitar and trombone.He emphasizes the importance of performance skills in training.Jordon’s experience with GoDaddy's onboarding process was well-structured and engaging.Jordan built a train-the-trainer program for GoDaddy's expansion.He uses creative techniques to engage trainees, like magic tricks..Music serves as a source of inspiration for training content.Trainers should focus on audience feelings and engagement.Jordon offers courses for new trainers on corporate training and interview preparation.corporate training, music, performance, engagement, training techniques, GoDaddy, train the trainer, audience connection, creativity, instructional design
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