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Is Training The Answer?
by Rory Sacks & John Parsell
Is Training The Answer? sets out to learn more about the world of Learning and Development from a leadership perspective. Join John and Rory as they talk to CLOs, Senior Directors, VPs, and other senior Learning and Development professionals from companies big and small. The goal is to learn about what it takes to build and grow a successful L&D department. We talk about concepts such as presenting learner data to senior leadership, what big (and small) challenges they face, how to successfully build an L&D brand, what to look for when hiring the right people, and more.
Episodes
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Is Training The Answer? The Final Episode
The final episode of Is Training The Answer? It’s been a great run. We’ve had a lot of great conversations with some great L&D professionals. What did we learn? Is training actually the answer? Listen and find out.
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Year-End Reflections: Is Training the Answer? Best Moments & Key Insights
In this episode of 'Is Training the Answer?' we look back at our favorite podcast moments, key learnings, tired trends, and what's in store for 2025. We discuss standout episodes with guests like David James and Brandon Lynn, share valuable advice received, and reflect on the evolving learning…
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Redefining L&D with David James
In this episode, we talk with David James, Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and host of the L&D Podcast. Together, we discuss why traditional L&D methods fall short, and how to build credibility with stakeholders and focus on impact over delivery. You'll learn to be a Super Connector and…
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Maximizing Employee Learning: Insights from Marketing Expert Brandon Linn
In this episode of Is Training the Answer, we are joined by Brandon Linn, a top marketing leader and consultant. Brandon shares his expertise on how L&D leaders can enhance their marketing strategies to improve employee engagement and experience. Key topics include the significance of feedback...
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L&D Branding Essentials: Enhancing Internal Identity
In this episode, we dive into branding and marketing for Learning & Development (L&D). We discuss how to construct a strong internal brand, and the significant benefits of doing so, including enhancing L&D employee engagement and morale. Tune in for practical advice on building your L&D brand,...
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Building Effective L&D Strategies
In this episode, join us as we explore the critical components of crafting successful L&D strategies, emphasizing alignment with organizational goals and mission. With practical advice and real-world examples, we'll guide you through the importance of strategic planning and adaptation in driving...
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JC Quintana
In this episode, we're joined by JC Quintana, founder of Dialogue-7, keynote speaker, and author of "The Speaking Frankly" book series. We discuss how to use JC's seven elements to build relationships and successfully navigate difficult conversations with stakeholders and leaders at your...
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The Importance of Building Relationships
In this episode, Rory and John discuss the importance of building relationships outside of your Learning and development organization. We share our approach, some laughs, and things we do to build relationships with our colleagues at work.
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Gabe Gloege - Co-Founder - Cultivate Me
In this episode, we're joined by Gabe Gloege Co-Founder of Cultivateme. We discuss Lean learning practices, running learning like a business, and never asking a question that if you asked your mother, she would lie to you!
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Camille Graux - Senior Manager, Learning & Development
In this episode, we're joined by Camille Graux, Senior Manager of Learning & Development at Dataiku, the platform for everyday AI. We talk about automation, scaling to meet demand, creating dashboards, and more!
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Tabitha Burnett, MBA - Director, Learning & Effectiveness
In this episode of Is Training The Answer? We are joined by Tabitha Burnett. Tabitha is the Director of Learning & Effectiveness at MediaMath. MediaMath is a company of a little under 400 people that specializes in digital ad buying (programmatic marketing).
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Audrey Jarre - Head of Learning at 360Learning
In this episode, we discuss leading a learning organization with Audrey Jarre, the head of learning at 360 Learning. She shares how to get employees to share their expertise, measure impact, and more!
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Mary Remillard - Head of Employee Success and Development
In this episode, we are joined by Mary Remillard, Head of Employee Success and Development at HomeLight. We discuss starting a new L&D department, succeeding through adversity, and staying laser-focused on contributing to leadership's most significant needs.
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Michael Sabbag - Director of Leadership and Org Design - Broward Health
Michael has dedicated his career to helping organizations succeed by creating highly engaging cultures and exemplary people processes. He worked in Learning and Development, Human Resources, and Organization Development as a Vice President and consultant.
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Christopher Lind - CLO of ChenMed
In this episode, we interview Christoper Lind, Vice President, Chief Learning Officer at ChenMed, Host of the Learning Tech Talks Podcast, and Founder of Learning Sharks. We discuss how he dramatically changed the L&D strategy, business model, and brand at ChenMed, his perspective on ROI, and...
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Noelle Sue Chalfant-Morra - Director of Training at Navis
Noelle Sue Chalfant is the Director of Training at Navis, LLC, a company specializing in software solutions for global terminal operators, carriers, and ship owners. Her focus is on elevating the Navis Training portfolio of products and services. Prior to that, she co-founded iBrandConnection, a...
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J.D. Slaughter - Group Vice President, Organizational Development & Effectiveness
In this episode, we interview J.D. Slaughter, Group Vice President, Organizational Development & Effectiveness at Huge. We discuss the currency of experiences, how he developed his organizational strategy, and the need to focus on where you can make a real impact.
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April Petrey - Director, Learning & Development
In this episode, we talk with April Petrey, Director of L&D at ShipHawk. Throughout her career, April has supported hyper-growth that has taken companies from 250 to 1200 employees. During that time she designed and hired an international staff to support internal and external learning strategies...
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Emily Lopez - Director of Learning & Development
In this episode, we interview Emily Lopez, the Director of Enterprise L&D at Pine Gate Renewables. Emily is an organizational and workforce transformation specialist with more than 20 years of experience in change leadership, talent management, and culture building. Emily holds a Master's degree…
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Kristin Trujeque - Senior Director of Learning, Development, and Inclusion
In this episode, we chat with Kristin Trujeque. A compassionate leader of Learning and Development with a background in finance, technology, and the US Air Force. With over 10 years in the Learning and Development arena and 8 years of dedicated service in the USAF, Kristin is an execution master....
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Kyle Teague, CPTD - Director of Learning and Development
Hello, friends in this episode we interview Kyle Teague, The director of L&D at Olo. Together we discuss how to run your L&D organization as a business, make your first hire(s), and treat your learners like guests.
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David Macon - Executive Director of Learning & Development
In this episode, we interview David Macon, an Executive director of L&D at bridge locations. Together we discuss how to run your L&D organization as a business, build relationships, and create an amazing L&D brand. David has over a decade of experience transforming ideas into full-spectrum...
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Going From Order Taker To Business Partner With Tara Cohn
In this episode, we are joined by Tara Cohn. Tara is a Director at Wipfli, a Data Storyteller, and Analytics Translator! Together we discuss how to go from order takers to business partners, helping stakeholders & L&D identify and measure outcomes, and telling a better story with data that…
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Steffaney Zohrabyan Discusses Digital Adoption
In this episode, we interview Steffaney Zohrabyan a Digital Sales Enablement Leader and Host of The Digital Adopter Series. Together we discuss the value of digital adoption platforms, how digital adoption efforts differ from training, and how to make the case for digital adoption tools and...
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How To Have Better Conversations with Stakeholder Featuring Angie Flynn-McIver
In this episode, we interview Angie Flynn-McIver, a leadership coach, author, theater director, and founder of Ignite CSP (Coaching, Speaking, and Presenting), Together we discuss how to have better conversations with our stakeholders, team members, and how to say “NO” to those tough project...
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Change Management with Organizational Change Management Leader Pamela Acker
In this episode, we interview Pamela Acker, an Organizational Change Strategist with over 20 years of experience helping organizations to successfully achieve their change goals. Together we discuss how to use the ADKAR methodology to enhance your learning experiences, generate a desire for…
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Re-Imagine Project Prioritization with RICE
In this episode of Is Training The Answer? John and Rory use the RICE methodology to take the bias out of prioritizing training project requests. What our takeaways are from our conversation about RICE: 1. Thinking about more than just audience size and urgency when prioritizing work. 2. Using a...
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Product Marketing and L&D Partnerships with Zach Napolitano
In this conversation we’ll talk with Zach about his career journey from L&D to Product Marketing, learning about how he uses L&D resources to train his internal staff and external clients, we’ll also learn about what Product Marketing does and how we can be better partners through a great...
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Partnering with Account Managers with Troy Chen
In this episode, John and Rory sit down with Troy Chen. Troy is the Senior Director of Account Management at Bloomreach and shares how he and his team interact, utilize, and succeed with the help of L&D.
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Our thoughts and ideas about Cathy Moore's "Is training really the answer?" flowchart
In our very first episode of John and Rory discuss Cathy Moore’s delivery framework, aptly titled: ‘Is Training Really The Answer’. We talk about the simplicity of the framework, whether we think such a framework can do what it is designed to do, and what we think the real takeaway of this...
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Introducing: Is Training The Answer?
Welcome to Is Training The Answer? A podcast about answering L&D's most asked question. Join John and Rory to get a lay of the land. How this whole thing came to be, where we are going, what we hope to learn, and who we are. Visit our website at istrainingtheanswer.com
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Is Training The Answer? sets out to learn more about the world of Learning and Development from a leadership perspective. Join John and Rory as they talk to CLOs, Senior Directors, VPs, and other senior Learning and Development professionals from companies big and small. The goal is to learn about what it takes to build and grow a successful L&D department. We talk about concepts such as presenting learner data to senior leadership, what big (and small) challenges they face, how to successfully build an L&D brand, what to look for when hiring the right people, and more.
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Rory Sacks & John Parsell
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