ATD Houston: Train To Win

Artificial intelligence is changing workplace learning, but successful AI adoption is about much more than choosing the right tools. It requires leadership, strategy, and helping people adapt to new ways of working.In this episode of the Train to Win Podcast, ATD Houston volunteer Kaitlin Albertson sits down with Megan Torrance, founder of TorranceLearning and author of The AI Implementation Guide for L&D, to discuss how learning leaders can successfully implement AI across their organizations.Megan shares lessons from writing her latest book, explains her WISE AT AI Framework, and discusses why AI implementation is really a people and change management challenge. The conversation also covers responsible AI use, organizational power dynamics, common implementation mistakes, and how Learning & Development professionals can become strategic partners in workplace transformation.Whether you're just beginning your AI journey or leading AI initiatives within your organization, this episode offers practical guidance you can apply immediately.In This Episode You'll Learn: Why now is the right time for AI implementation in Learning & Development  What surprised Megan most while researching her latest book  The biggest barriers organizations face when adopting AI  Why AI implementation is more about people than technology  How the WISE AT AI Framework supports responsible AI adoption  Common mistakes L&D leaders make with AI initiatives  How to use the AI Implementation Canvas effectively  Why power dynamics matter during AI transformation  How L&D teams can become strategic business partners  What the future of AI in workplace learning may look like GuestMegan Torrance Founder, TorranceLearning Author of The AI Implementation Guide for L&DHostKaitlin Albertson Volunteer, ATD HoustonIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the Train to Win Podcast, leave a review, and share it with colleagues who are helping shape the future of learning and development through AI.

What drives us to do our best work, and what happens when those internal engines run out of fuel? In this special episode, ATD Houston President-Elect Janeth Harrison sits down with Sharon Birkman, President and CEO of Birkman, a Gold Corporate Sponsor of our chapter.As Birkman celebrates a monumental 75th Anniversary this year, Sharon shares the rich history of an organization that revolutionized how we understand human potential. We dive deep into the "Birkman Method" to explore the critical difference between our visible behaviors and our hidden motivational needs.

"The Power of Three: Simplifying Success in a Loud World," explores how to combat information overload by embracing the "Rule of Three". Host Janeth Harrison (President-Elect of ATD Houston) and guest Alise Isbell (President of WriteWise Communications) discuss why humans are naturally wired to find comfort and stability in triads—from triangles and primary colors to story structures.

Join ATD Houston President-Elect Carol Jennings and Chapter Sponsor Joni Goodman on "Train to Win" as they explore unconventional paths to growth, courageous breakthroughs, building self-trust, the power of reflection, and the superpower of emotional intelligence in leadership, life, and love. Tune in to unlock your full potential!

In "The Two-Faced Two-Step" episode of the "Train to Win" podcast, host Carol Jennings and guest Alise Isbell unmask subtle workplace manipulation tactics. They explore behaviors like withholding information, playing dumb, and fake transparency, offering practical solutions for fostering healthier work environments. This episode equips listeners with strategies to identify and address manipulative communication for improved workplace relationships.

ATD Houston's Elizbeth Agustin sits down with  Kim Sawyer, host of the upcoming webinar designed for anyone ready to live life masterfully—no matter their career stage or life path.Kim introduces a powerful paradigm shift: what if you approached every moment of your life like an investor approaches their financial portfolio? His WOW! Program provides a step-by-step framework to help you make intentional, high-value decisions that create lasting wealth—not just financially, but in every aspect of your life.Discover how to live with purpose, maximize your potential, and cultivate true wealth—because as Kim says, “Wealth is more than money.” Plus, hear how you can access a free introductory coaching session to start transforming your life today!Regsiter for the upcoming event at https://tdhouston.org/event-6084574

ATD Houston President Harriett Pritchett sits down with Tony Holmes, Director of People and Culture, Human Resources at Greater Houston United Way, to discuss the Community Impact drive that ATD Houston is hosting.

ATD Houston President-Elect Nannette Daugherty sits down with Alise Isbell, Owner of WriteWise Communications and ATD Houston Chapter Silver Sponsor to discuss toxic behavior in the workplace.

Welcome to another episode of the ATD Houston podcast! Today, Bruce sits down with two remarkable guests, Greg Harmeyer and Ben Wipperman from TiER1 Performance, a valued sponsor of the ATD Houston chapter.Greg and Ben, both seasoned experts in performance improvement and talent development, shed light on TiER1 Performance's cutting-edge solutions that are transforming organizations. They discuss how TiER1 Performance leverages innovative methodologies and technology to drive impactful learning experiences for employees. If you're curious about the future of talent development and how TiER1 Performance is shaping it, this episode is a must-listen for L&D enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Welcome to another episode of the ATD Houston podcast, where we bring you insights and interviews with thought leaders in the learning and development industry. Today, we shine the spotlight on one of our valued chapter sponsors with a special guest joining our host Bruce, David Davis, who is the President of Romar Learning Solutions, an ATD Houston chapter sponsor.

In this episode of the ATD Houston podcast, Bruce is joined by Dr. Jonathan Peters, an expert in gamification and learning design. Together, they dive into the exciting details of the upcoming ATD Houston gamification certification workshop. Dr. Peters shares insights on the benefits of gamification in training and previews what attendees can expect from the workshop, making this episode a must-listen for L&D professionals looking to level up their training programs

Learning consultant Jay Clancy joins Bruce to discuss the upcoming webinar Consulting for Impact - Driving Results When You're Not In Charge, and help you establish and sustain an effective internal or external consulting function in the learning and development space.

Bruce chats with Mark Lassoff from a neighborhood Starbucks about his upcoming ATD Houston webinar and why graphics are crucial to visual learning.  Register at https://tdhouston.org/event-5188978

In this episode, Bruce talks to Alise Isbell, Founder of WriteWise Communications and long-time ATD Houston Member, Chapter Leader and Sponsor.Write Wise Communications blends the art and science of business communication. We empower clients to transform ideas into clear messages.We use practical methods to design training materials on many topics and apply a turn-key approach to deliver a range of business communication courses.Write Wise offers multiple training solutions – instructional design, in-depth courses and microlearning courses – for the desired impact on your organization.Learn more at www.writewisecommunications.com

Join the ATD Houston CPTD Study GroupThe Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) is a professional certification for TD professionals with at least five years of experience. It is broad and measures a professional’s knowledge and skill application across the breadth of talent development capabilities.Successful CPTDs report that the process of studying for their CPTD designation was a tremendous growth opportunity, allowed them to learn and give back to the profession, and made a positive impact on their careers.Are you planning to achieve your CPTD in 2023? Need the support of a study group to keep you on track?Topics:What is the CPTD certification?What is required to sit for the CPTD certification?Studying for the CPTDWhat are the Pros/Cons of a study group?What is the study group schedule?Still have questions? We will also have time for a Q&A session.More information on the CPTD program: https://www.td.org/certification/cptd/introductionHosted by: M. Bruce Abbott : podcast host, Houston

ABOUT THE GUESTDebbie Richards, president of Creative Interactive Ideas, supports talent development clients with technology challenges. She updates her job knowledge by researching new technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities (such as speaking at learning conferences); and participating in professional organizations. Debbie was named one of the most influential people in corporate e-learning.Passionate about working with and mentoring other learning professionals, Debbie is a director at L&D Cares - The non-profit group provides talent development professionals no-cost coaching, mentoring, and resources to help them thrive and flourish in their careers.Debbie is the past president of the ATD Houston chapter and a past National Advisor for Chapters. She was the ATD Technology Conference Advisory Council chairperson for 2019. Debbie is the author of “Seeing the Possibilities With Augmented Reality,” an ATD TD at Work publication is found at https://www.td.org/td-at-work/seeing-the-possibilities-with-augmented-reality.She was also awarded the title of "Guild Master" by the Learning Guild in 2022. The purpose of the Guild Master Award is to recognize those members who have consistently contributed to the community in terms of both quantity and quality of content—and thus helped make the community a vibrant center for learning.Podcast hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Houston voiceover talent

The State of Talent Development: Today's Challenges, Tomorrow's Opportunities- General Meeting It’s that time of year again!. Organizations are reflecting on annual business goals and planning for the year ahead. Talent Development is no different. Teams are busy setting goals and securing the budget to deliver effective training programs that will enable their organizations to reach their business goals. We'll look at the current ATD State of the Industry report. We will also dive into specific trends such as the use of technology in the classroom.The State of the Industry report is ATD's annual review of talent development trends, spending, and activities. If you are a member of ATD, you can download the report for free: https://www.td.org/state-of-the-industry/2022-state-of-the-industryDuring this meeting we will discuss key benchmarks from the report, such as:Direct learning expenditureThe average number of training hours employees are usingDelivery methods companies are implementingContent areas organizations are focusing onOn-the-job learning opportunities employers are providingObjectivesBenchmark your organization’s learning spending, hours, and activities against other participating organizations.Discover what learning delivery methods are being used in the industry, including technology-base methods.Understand what learning content areas organizations are focusing on in their efforts to close skills gaps and meet business needs.ATD Capability Model – Performance Improvement, Learning TechnologiesTo learn more about this model see: https://tdcapability.org/#/ABOUT THE SPEAKERDebbie Richards, president of Creative Interactive Ideas, supports talent development clients with technology challenges. She updates her job knowledge by researching new technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities (such as speaking at learning conferences); and participating in professional organizations. Debbie was named one of the most influential people in corporate e-learning.Passionate about working with and mentoring other learning professionals, Debbie is a director at L&D Cares - The non-profit group provides talent development professionals no-cost coaching, mentoring, and resources to help them thrive and flourish in their careers.Debbie is the past president of the ATD Houston chapter and a past National Advisor for Chapters. She was the ATD Technology Conference Advisory Council chairperson for 2019. Debbie is the author of “Seeing the Possibilities With Augmented Reality,” an ATD TD at Work publication is found at https://www.td.org/td-at-work/seeing-the-possibilities-with-augmented-reality.She was also awarded the title of "Guild Master" by the Learning Guild in 2022. The purpose of the Guild Master Award is to recognize those members who have consistently contributed to the community in terms of both quantity and quality of content—and thus helped make the community a vibrant center for learning.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - elearning voiceover talent

Putting the FUN Back in Strategic Planning In-Person MeetingDoes strategic planning give you nightmares? (Or have you never really sat down to actually do it?) All too often, we start strategic planning by looking forward. You will learn how to look back to make sure you’ve set the right foundation for a year of prosperity ahead. Plus, you’ll discover how to make strategic planning fun and leave with two solid exercises to turn your goals into realities. ObjectivesMany of us and our organizations, start each year by conducting a strategic planning session. Join us to learn how to better prepare in advance for strategic planning, conduct a strategic planning session in a fun and engaging way, as well as develop concrete and obtainable goals.ATD Capability Model – Impacting Organizational Capability, Building Personal Capability, Developing Professional CapabilityTo learn more about this model see: https://tdcapability.org/#/ABOUT THE SPEAKERLaurie Hall –  CEO New Horizon Strategies A certified coach, certified facilitator, and seasoned speaker – founded New Horizon Strategies LLC in 2011 to inspire sustainable change in the professional world. She provides transformation to leaders through coaching, facilitation, consulting, and speaking. She is a frequent keynote and breakout session speaker on technical and motivational topics to inspire personal and professional growth.Laurie brings a unique perspective to coaching and facilitation since she spent the first part of her career in project- and system-level engineering and management, facilitation, and organizational development to support human life in space and operational excellence on the ground. Her work effected change at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, Lockheed Martin, Jacobs Sverdrup, and Schlumberger-Dowell.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott

Kent Nuttall – AuthorUntapped Value: The Power of Meaningful CompetenceYour relationship with an employer hinges on how your performance is evaluated. The ideas for this book began with a dysfunctional relationship, one in which my supervisors praisedme as a department hero while delivering a “Meets Expectations” rating. Untapped Value shows you a better way to build and measure that relationship—performance evaluation that begins with you, the employee.In this book you’re introduced to and shown how to use an innovative new approach that focuses you and your supervisor on the actual value you create. Imagine being known for measurable, visible value. Isn’t that a lot better than being among the 85% percent who are labeled as “meets expectations”?This new approach is called Meaningful Competence® because you’re now building competence that’s meaningful to you, as well as to the organization you work for. You build this Meaningful Competence using a toolkit that will flex to your situation.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott, e-learning narrator

Randstad RiseSmart partners with companies across the globe as they flex, adapt, and transform their businesses. Our innovative approach to talent mobility moves talent into, through, and out of organizations to generate greater growth, increased productivity, and future profitability.Podcast hosted by M. Bruce Abbott, Houston e-learning narrator

Are you an expert who speaks?Would you like to know more about how to use speaking tomarket your expertise, generate product and additionalrevenue streams?Are you open to receiving individual coaching and investingtime, energy and some money in growing the speaking side ofyour business?Well, if you answered Yes to any of these, then Welcome.You are exactly in the right place.... at the right time.We are fortunate to have as our educational speaker today, Dr.Rob Pennington, a Houston educational psychologist, awardwinning speaker and author with four decades of experiencehelping experts become better at sharing their expertise.He received the highest trainer evaluations from ExxonMobil...each year... for more than 15 years... for his multi-day program,Successful Work Relationships.Today, my friend, Dr. Rob is here in his capacity as Dean of theFall Speaker Academy, for the Houston Chapter of the NationalSpeakers Association. If you ever considered moving from beinga public speaker to being a professional speaker, this is the manwho can help you make that happen.You can learn more about Rob at DrRobSpeaks.com and moreabout the NSA Houston academy at nsahouston.org.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Male Voice Talent

The pace of change was already hard to keep up with before the pandemic. Now, in the new normal, the very survival of our organizations will depend on building capabilities to navigate a dizzying entanglement of economic, social, competitive, technological, political, and environmental issues. Organizations and the people in them are called to learn and adapt on an unprecedented scale. This evolution is both exciting and terrifying.The world needs our leadership more than ever before. Now is the time for talent development professionals to leverage our forte of guiding people through learning and change. Join the ATD community as we look toward the future and celebrate coming back together. Together, talent development professionals can raise the bar and make a meaningful impact in a world that desperately needs us.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Houston Voiceover Talent

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Take advantage of #ATDHOU #Membership month.  Sign up today at tdhouston.org/membershipHosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Voice Actor, Houston

Kevin Thorn, Owner of NuggetHead Studios, LLCKevin is an award-winning eLearning designer & developer, consultant, and owner of NuggetHead Studioz, LLC., a boutique custom design and development studio specializing in online learning experiences. After retiring from the U.S. Army, Kevin pursued a career in corporate IT and Training & Development. With his combined military and industry experience, Kevin started the Studioz in 2012 working with clients in various industries solving problems in a wide range of creative projects. Based in the North Mississippi Delta, Kevin harnesses a bench of creative practitioners in instructional design, eLearning development, illustration, and graphic design, animation, and serious comics to develop innovative solutions. Kevin is a well-known industry speaker and trainer on eLearning development, design workflows, and is a certified facilitator in LEGO® Serious Play® methodologies Kevin holds a BS in Information Technology Management from Christian Brothers University, MS in Instructional Design and Technology from the University of Memphis, where he also teaches and is in the Instructional and Curriculum Leadership EdD doctoral program. He can be found on Twitter as @LearnNuggets, on LinkedIn, or around learning and development communities teaching and facilitating workshops where he writes articles, reviews, and shares tutorials.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Voice Over Talent, Houston

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Increase the success of a change initiative if you understand the organizational culture. This session will cover what approach you could take in determining if the organization is ready for a change and what themes or success factors promote or inhibit change.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Male Voice Talent, Houston

Love it or hate it, we negotiate every day. Developing Negotiation Skills is critical for effective leadership, professional advancement and stakeholder communications. And *psst*, here's the not-so-secret secret: these skills work just as effectively in our personal lives too! Whether you want to ask for a raise, land a new deal, implement change or tackle a difficult conversation, understanding and applying fundamental negotiation styles and tactics can boost your chances of success while preserving important relationships.Hosted By M. Bruce Abbott - Male Voiceover Actor, Houston

I’ve spent close to a decade now consumed with the career development industry.Since enrolling in graduate school near the end of 2008, I spent an astonishing amount of time in the pursuit of work in my specific field – resulting in minimal success. Over time, I gradually discovered that I wasn’t alone in this struggle, and have since dedicated my entire career to help people faced with the same challenges.During this time, I’ve written many pertinent articles along with three different publications focused on career development and career transition. I’ve coached others, and even created a business platform for a mobile app. around efficient job search strategies.The decision to write my first publication “The Job Inner-View” came to me as sort of an epiphany one morning in late 2012, as I wanted to write about all the different successful and creative methods I used to find work in hopes that it could help encourage and inspire the millions of other people in adjusting to the “contemporary changes in job searching” I had abruptly discovered for himself over the period of job searching for several years.Throughout the course of writing my book, I was able to interview various well known and highly experienced employers; gaining both insight and feedback on how one should go about finding work in today’s economy, as well as recurring similarities in success stories from employees I interviewed who found work.My passion and mission are coming together with people and through my services, talents, and experience – helping them get past these commonly expressed problems. As a result of these services, I’ve found common solutions to these problems. -ScottHosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Male Voice Actor, Houston

It's finally going to happen! The 2020 ATD Houston Talent Development Virtual Conference and Expo is coming - October 27-28, 2020.  Join Keynote Speaker Brandon Carson, and an ever growing list of presenters, including a fantastic closing keynote panel as we once again solidify that GREAT TALENT DEVELOPMENT IS FUTURE SUCCESS!View conference details including speakers, sponsorship, schedule and register before Oct. 1, 2020 for a chance to win an Apple iPad.Hosted By M. Bruce Abbott - Male Voiceover Talent, Houston

Nancy's team just launched CDR-U Coach - the first of its kind, virtual avatar coach that debriefs the in-depth CDR Assessment results and provides coaching tips and action planning. This A/I type experience is so personalized that no two users receive the same feedback. Now, individual coaching is scalable and can be extended to all levels of employees, assimilating veterans and even to college students.CDR-U Coach is ideal during this COVID timeframe where many are working at home. It is also an extraordinary, objective diversity tool that develops true talent while getting past typically biases and processes that hold women and minorities back.She also has #1 Bestselling book on Amazon is "Women Are Creating the Glass Ceiling and Have the Power to End It." In this researched based book, she reveals what is really causing the glass ceiling and it is not what people think.She is a top global expert combining the science of assessments with the art of developing people. As president of CDR Assessment Group, Inc. since 1998, her team has provided unmatched assessments for leadership and talent development for global organizations. Nancy sheds new light on personality strengths, inherent risks and motivation changing performance, careers and lives.Today, Nancy spends her time coaching senior executives, training executive coaches, presenting at conferences and in developing cutting edge CDR products and services. Thousands of leaders are developed each year by using CDR tools.Nancy was selected as the 2019 MEECO International Thought Leader of Distinction in Executive Coaching and is a Speaker at 2019 World Business and Executive Coach Summit (WBECS) and is #1 Bestseller Author on Amazon.Executive team development, executive coaches' certification, Authentic Leadership and Women in Leadership workshops, selection and succession planning are services provided by Nancy and her global team of coaches using the CDR 3-D Suite and the CDR 360 Leader Scan.Nancy has presented at international, national and other conferences for talent management, HR and women in leadership events. Nancy has written over 70 articles and her new book, "How Women Are Creating the Glass Ceiling & Have the Power to End It" will be available in late 2019.In 2016, Nancy launched the philanthropic endeavor "Vets Coaching Vets" and she and her team have worked to help veterans accelerate their career success. +++++++Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - e-learning narrator, Houston

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Kim SawyerExecutive and Enterprise Coach, Business Facilitator and Professional Speaker· Has over twenty years of diverse business experience; he has started businesses, led companies, and been involved in almost every aspect of a business enterprise.· Today owns and manages theWealthSource®, an executive and enterprise coaching firm. His mission is to coach and facilitate key business people, teams and enterprises to create extraordinary wealth – in all its forms.· Accomplishes this primarily by means of individual coaching, his Success-Group™ team coaching program and Enterprise Coaching ™, his program to build a "Coaching Culture" in an organization.· Been published in a number of business media outlets, interviewed in the Houston Chronicle, appeared on CNN Business Radio and speaks frequently to companies and professional and industry organizations across the country.· Holds a BBA in Entrepreneurship from the University of Houston and an MS in Organizational Development from the University of Texas. ICF Certified Coach and Certified Birkman Consultant.· Has a keen interest in philosophy, spirituality, poetry, science and technology. He has traveled broadly and served his country in the US Army. Kim resides in Houston, TX with his awesome young son, and two cuddly pit bulls - a wonderful family whom he loves deeply.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott

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Learner Objectives:This webinar will offer you tips and suggestions that others have learned in advancing their careers but seldom have the opportunity to share with others.• How to maximize your impact on the business• Understanding who gets promoted and why• Recognizing the five keys in career development• Understanding perception, visibility, and influence• Putting career wisdom to work for youAdditionally, attendees will learn more about the New ATD Capability model. The capability model is designed to show WHAT practitioners need to KNOW and DO to develop themselves, others, and their organizations. The ATD Capability Model sets a new standard for the field. This future-oriented model can be personalized. It responds to those trends affecting talent development, such as digital transformation, data analytics, information availability, and partnerships between talent development and business.ATD Capability ModelArea of Expertise This Session Supports: Impact Organizational CapabilityTo learn more about this model see: https://tdcapability.org/#/Speaker: David Laney, Instructional Designer, Developer and Facilitator at David Laney ConsultingWith more than 23 years of experience designing, developing, and facilitating classroom, virtual classroom, and self-paced training, David has motivated corporate employees throughout the world with his high-energy training sessions. As a longstanding member of the Verizon Learning and Development Team, he was also responsible for producing numerous training videos and podcasts that covered a broad spectrum of industry-related topics. In this next stage of his career, David is now very fortunate to have been given the opportunity to leverage his knowledge and wisdom to help others learn the things they need to know to find their path to success.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - voiceover talent Houston

#LinkedIn is a powerful #networking tool.  Learn to make the most out of it with these great tips from Teresa Jurgens-Kowal of Global NP Solutions @globalNP.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - voice actor Houston

Networking isn’t just about passing out business cards at a social hour or business meeting. It is about developing relationships and connections with people in all areas of our work and life. Whether you are already a savvy charismatic networker or a quieter less outgoing person, you will find tips and techniques in this session to develop new relationships with people from all walks of life. And, you will learn how to create and sustain connections with people you already know for greater productivity, effectiveness and fun.Using the acronym CONNECT, participants willIdentify what they have in Common with individuals in and outside of their networkDiscuss the Opinions and assumptions that exist about networking purpose and outcomesDiscover and develop Networking Niches, or areas to focus attention and energy when networkingUnderstand the value of External and internal networking nichesPractice using effective questioning to make ConnectionsUtilize best practice for networking with Technology, such as Twitter, LinkedIn, and FacebookHosted by M. Bruce Abbott - voice over talent Houston

General Meeting: Demystify Your Data: Data Can Tell Your StoryFebruary 11, 2020 5:30 PM  United Way of Greater Houston - 50 Waugh Dr., Houston, TX 77007Data is an essential element in the world of work. Yet often it’s not easy to measure the results of the work we do as learning and development professionals. The use of data in the classroom and in online learning can enhance the credibility of your content, adding an element of authenticity to the stories you tell to teach. In the boardroom, data can help you objectively show the value of your work to the organization, whether you are an employee, contractor, or consultant. Join us to empower yourself to demystify the world of data and measure what matters to you, your learners, and the decision-makers who employ you.Learner Objectives:Describe the ways in which data can help you tell stories, in the classroom or the boardroomDiscuss ways to quantify the quality, value, and impact of your workDetermine an effective way to display your data to achieve your goalDevelop context for your data display, so it tells your story, even when you’re not in the room.ATD Competency Model - Performance Improvement, Evaluating Learning Impact.About the SpeakerAnn Bryson-Eldridge - Performance and Accountability Manager at Department of Administration, South [email protected] Bryson-Eldridge is an educator and professional coach who works with leaders, both identified and in-development, to help them clarify and achieve their goals. Ann believes that everyone can lead, every day. Her work with leaders across many disciplines has taught her that the key to personal and professional success is honesty and transparency, and she strives to help other leaders become more open with themselves and others about their strengths and challenges to help them succeed.A former high school English teacher, Ann has always been passionate about learning. In state government, she has helped agencies change their cultures, developing content around customer service, leadership development, and employee engagement that challenges individuals to find connections with those who oppose them in the workplace. Her favorite part of her job is when a learner says “I did not expect this training to be that good!”.Ann’s current role with the South Carolina Department of Administration challenges her to work as an advisor and coach to agencies across the state on strategic planning and performance development. She challenges those agencies to find ways of engaging employees, state leaders in the general assembly, and members of the public by writing strategic plans that focus on progress and the value that they provide to the people they serve in South Carolina.Ann is a lean six sigma green belt, a certified career development facilitator trainer, and a trained professional coach. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Ohio University and a Master of Library and Information Science from the University of South CarolinaHosted by M. Bruce Abbott - male voice talent Houston

Data is a tool, and like any tool, it’s only as good as its user. So our team has put together three steps to get hands-on with your learning data and start using it to show business impact and drive decision making.Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - male voice over actor, Houston

Research for the new ATD Capability Model revealed that to truly affect organizational outcomes, talent development professionals need more than business acumen.Hosted By M. Bruce Abbott - male voiceover actor, Houston

Here's what's happening this week with ATD Houston. Learn more at tdhouston.org.Hosted By M. Bruce Abbott - male voice actor , Houston

Talent development professionals are critical to ensuring organizational relevance and success. The CPLP or APTD credential is your opportunity to advance your own knowledge base and gain instant credibility in the organizations that you serve. Earning the credential can build and validate your skills, increase your earning potential, differentiate you in a competitive job market, broaden your career opportunities, and unite you with an elite community of professionals.Join us - we will share knowledge and insights about the CPLP exams, answer common questions, and help you decide if now is the right time to begin your CPLP or APTD journey. Learn more at tdhouston.orgHosted By M. Bruce Abbott - male voiceover talent, Houston

Check all the great events happening with ATD Houston at tdhouston.org.From The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott

Experience Percipio, an intelligent online learning experience platform that delivers an immersive learning experience. It leverages highly engaging content, curated into over 500 learning paths (channels) that are continuously updated to ensure customers always have access to the latest information.Learn more about Percipio at https://www.skillsoft.com/platform-solution/percipio/From The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Houston voice actor

Cara Silletto, MBA, works with organizations to reduce unnecessary employee turnover by bridging generational gaps and making managers more effective in their roles. Workforce Magazine named Cara a “Game Changer” and Recruiter.com named her in their “Top 10 Company Culture Experts to Watch.” Cara is the President & Chief Retention Officer of Crescendo Strategies, and is also the author of the 2018 book, “Staying Power: Why Your Employees Leave & How to Keep Them Longer.From The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Houston voice talent

ATD Houston exists to support the learning community by providing educational resources, networking  opportunities, and other support to professionals in our  field. It connects you with colleagues in the Houston business community for networking and support. It is a resource to build relationships to business opportunities, job openings and best practices. Membership grants access to white papers, studies, webinars, and other training resources that are designed to enhance  the skills of our community. Membership in the ATD Houston Chapter is a convenient way to access general meetings, peer professionals, conferences, professional development events and educational publications locally in your field.  You may join ATD Houston at any time. All you have to do is go to our Application for Membership page and complete the membership registration process. From The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott, voice over talent

SpokenHere features a robust team of language experts and streamlined, turnkey workflow process ensures we can handle your project of any size and format in more than 220 languages. Learn more at Spoken-Here.comFrom The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Houston elearning narrator

Increasing Meaning in Your Talent Development CareerSeptember 19, 20191:30 PM - 2:30 PM Rice ATalent ManagementLike most (all?) of you, I've experienced thrilling jobs. Then there have been the times that I've only been working; times in which my job lacked the meaning I wanted. I felt disconnected. My experience, coupled with research, led to the development of a framework that helps you build meaning in your current job and throughout your talent development career. This framework focuses on the "what" questions that need to be answered to have meaning:What do I talk about with supervisors?What do I talk about with peers?What metrics are important to me?What should I focus on next to create more meaning in my current job? As you develop more meaning in your career, you also increase the meaning you bring to others as they struggle in their jobs. And you'll have the metrics to prove it.SpeakerKent NuttallPresident, Torch Solutions GroupFrom The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - eLearning Voice Talent

Join Nancy Parsons at the ATD Houston 2019 Talent Development Conference and Expo - in Houston, TX on Sept 19, 2019.Getting Succession Planning Right Using AssessmentsSeptember 19, 20191:30 PM - 2:30 PM Katy BoardroomDespite the best intentions and time invested, many of today’s leadership succession planning processes miss the mark.  In fact, for decades studies consistently show that leadership ineffective rates are unacceptably high.  As we move to the fast-paced, constantly changing future, staying on the same course could have devasting results.  With today’s succession planning processes, there is too much room for human biases and gaps in observations that influence decisions. Also, an abundance of hidden talent, largely found with diverse candidates, is never brought to the surface because traditional methods often fail to recognize true or raw talent. In order to make essential data-driven decisions to identify, develop and deploy the best talent for your organization, a scientifically validated assessment is essential. Learn how to design a top-down succession planning assessment strategy using scientifically validated instruments to meet the rapidly changing and disruptive challenges of the future. SpeakerNancy ParsonsCEO & President, CDR Assessment Group, IncFrom The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Houston voice over talent