Leading While Learning with Russell Sweep
from Management Development Unlocked - Management & Leadership Training Hosted by Eric Girard
Today, on Management Development Unlocked, Eric welcomes guest Russell Sweep. Russell is a content development manager for Goodwill Industries International. He oversees a team that works on developing new learning strategies, adopting content, populating LMSs, and more. Russell is new to learning and development as well as management. Eric was recently a guest on Russell's podcast, The L&D Hot Seat. In this episode, you’ll hear: Russell’s experience transitioning into L&D and why it’s been a positive experience for him so far. The two books he recommends and the advice he’d give to someone new to L&D or any other field. What it’s like to manage a team when you don’t have deep domain expertise and why listening can be a game-changer in a new role. How Russell builds relationships with his team and why listening collaboratively is crucial when leading a team. The importance of connection with your team members and how it can influence communication with them. What Russell would tell a new manager managing a team where they’re not an expert in the team’s field. Eric’s lightning round for Russell. Connect with Russell Sweep: Website LinkedIn Instagram GLDC --- Learn how to hire the right person for the position the first time! Join my FREE masterclass to learn how. Head over to girardtrainingsolutions.com to get a free copy of my eBook, "Advice for a New Manager." Connect with me on LinkedIn. Please subscribe and comment!
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