Ever wondered how a facilitator can transform an organization's culture?

In today's episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast, I'm joined by the Founder of the School of Facilitatin, Kirsty Lewis as we unravel the art of facilitation in leadership.

We're unpacking:

👥 The unique dance between training, facilitation, and coaching

🧊 The 'iceberg model' in facilitation - what's beneath the surface matters!

🎨 Mastering workshop design - blending purpose with creativity

Discover how facilitation skills not only guide teams but also shape organizational culture. And for those eager to enhance their facilitation toolkit, Kirsty shares insights on self-awareness, workshop strategies, and the subtle differences that make a big impact. 

How do you see facilitation shaping your career and leadership style? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️

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Connect with Kirsty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-schooloffacilitation/

Join the L&D Career Club: https://www.theovernighttrainer.com/ldcc

Have you been thinking about making a lateral move in your L&D career?

In today's episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast, I help you look beyond job titles and identify if making a lateral move is the right decision for you!

We're deep diving into all of the different considerations including:

💡Thinking beyond job titles and salaries and aligning career objectives with job responsibilities and growth opportunities

💡How to identify career growth opportunities during the interview process, and how to do your own research to find key indicators of promotion trends inside of the organizations

💡Why you should be considering your lifestyle goals, personal preferences, and timing when it comes to lateral moves

💡How soon you should be having career development conversations in your new role, and why you should always be nurturing your network, updating your resume, and investing in your personal brand

💡When taking a lateral move may not be in your best interest (spoiler alert, this one's all about mindset)

Deciding to (or not to) take a lateral career move is 100% personal. 

What have been deciding factors for you in taking (or not taking) a lateral move?

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https://www.theovernighttrainer.com/ldcc

In today's episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast, we're diving into the "Vicious Application Cycle" and how to break free for a more fulfilling career path. Join us as we explore:

🔄 The trap of the vicious application cycle and why applying to every job isn't the answer

💡 How understanding your true motivators can change your job search strategy

🌱 The importance of aligning your applications with your career needs and goals

❤️ The parallels between dating and job searching: Finding the right 'match' in your professional journey

After listening, reflect on this: How will redefining your 'why' transform your approach to job seeking? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️

Ready to hop off the never-ending treadmill? Join us for Nail Your L&D Niche LIVE kicking off next WEDNESDAY! 

https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/courses/nail-your-l-d-niche-live-dec-23

P.S. Nail Your L&D Niche LIVE is INCLUDED inside of The L&D Career Club, and you can still get ONE YEAR of membership for the 6-month price! 🎉 https://www.theovernighttrainer.com/ldcc

Are you an L&D order taker or an L&D 'CEO'? 😬 In this week's The Overnight Trainer Podcast, I'm talking about the traits you need to develop to be the 'CEO' of your L&D Department! This episode is perfect for you if: 🕺🏼 You're an L&D leader who wants to finally get that "seat at the table" 🤷🏽‍♀️ You recently transitioned into an L&D management role and don't know where to start 😎 You want your next role to be in L&D leadership and want a head start on developing skills I mention this on the show, and wanted to say it here too: I just opened up my December and January slots for L&D Executive Coaching! I only open up 1 space per month for this intimate 1:1 container, so if you are interested in growing in your L&D leadership and strategy capabilities and getting AND keeping that seat at the table, schedule a FREE 30-min consultation call to see if we're a good fit for each other: https://www.theovernighttrainer.com/work-with-me

Do you feel guilty over the fact that you've lost motivation towards your current role while you are looking for a new one? 😔 If so, you are NOT alone! Today's The Overnight Trainer Podcast episode is brought to you by the current cohort of my 8-Week Group Coaching Program. This topic recently came up in a live coaching session, and we collectively agreed that everyone should be privy to this knowledge. In today's episode I cover: ❓How to identify what you are even guilty about in the first place ⚖️Balancing your energy and motivation so that you can successfully look for new roles without impacting the quality of your work 🤡The FEAR that is typically driving the feeling of guilt (along with an exercise to quiet those fears) ❤️ The fact that you are not that important (and why that's a GREAT thing)

Tim Ferris fear setting video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5J6jAC6XxAI

Want to know the secret to hitting the ground running in your new L&D role? 🏃‍♀️ Taking an active role in OWNING your own onboarding. Most people *participate* in their onboarding, but VERY few take *ownership* of it. In today's @The Overnight Trainer Podcast episode, I explain the 3-steps you can take to jump start your success in your new L&D role including: 🗣 Why you should have a "pre-boarding" call with your soon-to-be manager and what to identify during that meeting ⭐️What type of goals you should be looking to set for yourself, as well as ones to come to the table with once you start ⚡️ Why it's so important to identify which skills you will need to reach those goals and get laser-focused on applying them This concept of identifying and focusing on core skills to reach your goals is just one of the MANY topics we'll be working through inside of The Overnight Trainer Career Accelerator Program! 🚨DOORS CLOSE ON OCTOBER 31st, SO SECURE YOUR SPOT ⬇️ P.S. - Several of the program members have had their companies reimburse them or fully cover this program! Let me know what you need in order to make that a reality for you, too! 🥳

Just landed a new L&D role and don't know where to start? 🤷🏽‍♀️ In today's episode I break down the 3 Pillars I teach inside of The Overnight Trainer L&D Career Accelerator! I dive into: 💯The reality that no one enters their new role 100% prepared, and what to do to get up to speed quickly 🤚🏼Why we have to take responsibility for our own onboarding 💎The fact that there is no one-size-fits all approach to learning strategy 📈 Why you should always be focusing on your growth inside your role I'm also going into depth into these 3️⃣pillars next week in my FREE L&D Career Transition Video Email Series, so register now to get access to the 3-day challenge in your inbox: https://lnkd.in/grq29zy7 Would love to hear your thoughts after listening - what was your biggest takeaway? 

Are you struggling with how to market yourself on your job search? 😵‍💫 Chances are, you don't have a marketing problem - you have a niche problem. 🎤 As someone who has been training people in sales and marketing for the past 10 years, I used this week's The Overnight Trainer Podcast to outline why your marketing efforts may be failing you and how you can use your niche to create a more focused and streamlined marketing plan for yourself. P.S. I help with ALL of this in my 1:1 L&D Career Coaching container. I only have 2 spots left for this program (3 were taken last week)! I will be retiring my 1:1 career coaching at the end of this month, so make sure to claim your spot if you're interested in quantum leaping your L&D career! Link to schedule a FREE coaching consultation is below!

Interested in what it takes to transition into L&D leadership for the first time? In today's episode of The Overnight Trainer Podcast L&D Leader Heidi Kirby shares her experience transitioning from higher education, to corporate L&D and then most recently to an L&D leadership position. If anyone knows Heidi, you know this episode is FULL of goodies like: 🔀 What prepared Heidi for her transition from an L&D individual contributor role to a leadership and people manager role 😑 Common misconceptions people have about going from an L&D individual contributor to a people leader 📚 What led Heidi to her decision to pursue her doctorate in Instructional Design and Technology (Dr. Kirby in the house 🏡) ☎️ What she looks for when she's adding people to her team, now that she is on the hiring manager side of things 🤝 How Heidi's volunteer work shaped her as a new L&D leader, and her advice to any brand new L&D leaders We also geek out on Learning Cluster Design, which by now shouldn't be a surprise to anyone! 🤣 P.S. I make a few important announcements in the beginning of the episode, including letting y'all know I am sunsetting 1:1 Career Coaching at the end of this month. I have 4 spots left for this 3-month container, so if you are looking to get your dream L&D job by the start of the new year, schedule a FREE consultation call with me here.

• Who better to answer questions about the hiring process than the ones tasked with doing the hiring! Today's The Overnight Trainer features one of the best recruiters I have ever worked with, Ashlyn McIntosh! Ashlyn, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Altruist, has 10+ years experience creating relationships with candidates, leaders and stakeholders in order to make the best decisions for both the company and the individual. We go DEEP in this episode and Ashlyn gives us REAL answers to questions like: Where is all the hate towards recruiters stemming from? What don't candidates know about the inner workings of the talent acquisition process? Should someone reach out to a recruiter on LinkedIn if they are interested in a job at their company? How can a candidate "beat" the dreaded Applicant Tracking System (you may be verrrryyy surprised to hear Ashlyn's answer to this) We also talk about DEI and mental health in the workplace, and how to make sure your next company is one that can provide a safe place to be authentically you.

Feeling lost on your self-development journey? Feel like there are too many things to learn to prepare you for a role in L&D? Feeling completely overwhelmed by what you think you need to learn? Today's The Overnight Trainer podcast episode is for YOU! Here's the good news - I use my simple Nailing Your L&D Niche formula and show you how to turn it into a development plan that is in alignment with what you REALLY want to do in L&D. Long gone will be the days of throwing spaghetti 🍝 at the wall hoping you learn something that will get you towards your next career opportunity! P.S. - I am launching a brand new 6- month group coaching program, The Overnight Trainer Career Accelerator for anyone new to their L&D role. This program is different than anything else I've launched before and is designed to get you up to speed in your new L&D role. Details and a ⭐️special promo code⭐️ for podcast listeners inside of today's episode!

If you have experienced unemployment, are experiencing it now, or have someone close to you who is, today's episode of The Overnight Trainer podcast is for YOU! Sabina Sulat, Author, Founder and Unemployment Advisor at Re: Working joins me today to discuss how we to re: think unemployment so you can return to work stronger, smarter, and more resilient. In this juicy episode we discuss: 📥 Sabina's personal experience with unemployment, and what led her to share the knowledge she learned during that experience with the world 🔁 Why job searching shouldn't become your "full time job" if you are unemployed, and why creating a routine is crucial to your mental health 💪 If resiliency is something we are born with, and if not, how to build it? 💕 @abina's advice to anyone who has found themselves unemployed BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE Sabina's book Agile Unemployment drops TODAY! Run, don't walk to get this book. Whether you are unemployed, considering leaving your job with no employment lined up, or wanting to learn more about how to support someone who is unemployed, this book is for YOU! Sabina's book, AGILE Unemployment: https://amzn.to/3EccFZ7

Connect with Sabina on LinkedIn

Come hang with Sabina and I inside of Andy Storch's Talent Development Think Tank!

#LearningAndDevelopment #InstructionalDesign #Unemployment #TalentDevelopment

In this week's solo episode of The Overnight Trainer Podcast I talk about the 3️⃣ Learning and Development principles that shape how I approach designing and delivering learning. 💻 After listening to the episode, I'd love to hear from you which principle resonated the most with you, and/or which one you are going to try and incorporate! Let me know ⬇️. P.S. - I have a special new launch that podcast listeners get early access to, so make sure to tune into this episode to find out more! 

In our latest episode, I sit down with the incredible Matthew Daniel, a luminary in talent strategy and career development at Guild, to unpack his rich journey within L&D. Here's what you'll gain from tuning in:

1️⃣ Career Trajectory Insights: Discover Matthew's evolution from retail assistant to a champion of career mobility, and get inspired by the strategic pivots that can lead to personal growth and professional achievement.

2️⃣ Navigating Career Mobility: Learn about the multifaceted nature of career mobility and how it extends beyond individual effort into systemic change within organizations. A must-listen for anyone facing or facilitating career transitions!

3️⃣ Building Durable Skills: Matthew sheds light on the importance of cultivating skills that withstand the test of time, offering a guide to balancing the development of both perishable and durable competencies in a fast-evolving landscape.

4️⃣ Strategy Alignment for L&D Professionals: Gain insights on aligning employee skills development with business needs, ensuring that learning outcomes translate into career advancement and organizational growth.

Matthew's wisdom is a treasure trove for any L&D professional looking to scale new heights 🌟. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from his experiences and get energized by our passionate conversation about making a meaningful impact in the world of learning and development.

Connect w/ Matthew: https://linkedin.com/in/matthewjdaniel

This week's podcast episode is 🔥 because Claudine Charles brought the L&D heat! Claudine, owner of Blended Learning Studios, dropped by the show to share her wisdom from almost 2️⃣ decades in the L&D space. She spills the secrets on: 🚗 How why she got into L&D in the first place and how it changed the course of her life and career 👩‍💻 The pros and cons of the consultant/freelance life, and why not everyone needs to be self-employed 🌏What it means to design and deliver learning in this new era, and if we'll ever go back to the way things were ⭐️ How leaders can support learning from a distance, and how we can support our leaders. You DO NOT want to miss this episode. Make sure to connect with Claudine on LinkedIn, as well as follow @claudineccharles on Instagram!

Today's podcast episode is inspired by last night's amazing Nailing Your Niche Masterclass! A great question came up that I dedicated an entire episode to: How can you use the idea of a niche to help you grow into your *next* L&D role? In this episode I walk through: ✅ Each of the 5 steps to nailing your niche, and how to direct it towards career growth, rather than career transition ✅ Specific questions to ask yourself when looking to take that next step in your L&D career ✅ Why finding your niche is crucial each time you plan to grow, and how it helps you find the *most* rewarding next move And if you are looking to make a career transition into L&D for the first time, the Overnight Trainer 8-Week Group coaching program is FOR YOU! Spots are almost sold out, so use the link below to register and please DM me with any questions!

https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/courses/the-overnight-trainer-8-week-coaching-program-august-2021

I took YOUR most frequently asked questions about the The Overnight Trainer 8-Week Group Coaching program and put them into a short and sweet pod episode! In this episode I go into detail about: 👩‍💻Why I created The Overnight Trainer group coaching program 🖥 What's inside the asynchronous modules ⭐️What you get out of the members only group and live coaching calls 💰Wins from this past cohort And also...a very special offer for the August cohort that is exclusive to podcast listeners! 

Change your career and change your life by registering for this next cohort: https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/courses/the-overnight-trainer-8-week-coaching-program-august-2021 Use code AUGUST500 for $500 off! 🎉

What happens when two bubbly personalities combine to talk about all things L&D? Well, you'll just have to tune into today's The Overnight Trainer episode with Steffaney Zohrabyan to find out! 💃💃💃 Steffany, an industry leader in Digital Adoption, stopped by the show to share about all things #digitaladoption. We talked about: 📈 Her incredible career that spans from curriculum development, to higher ed to sales enablement and everything in between 💿 What digital adoption really is and what a career in it looks like 🔀 The intersection of learning and technology, and what traditional L&D can learn from digital adoption leaders 🤩 What it means to create a culture that ensures employee and customer delight Make sure to connect with Steffaney on LinkedIn and give the show some love ❤️ 

This week I'm SO lucky to have ATD award-winner, Loc Nguyen on The Overnight Trainer Podcast! 🎉 Loc is a U.S. Air Force Veteran and the Head of Customer Education at BlueScape. We chat about his experience serving our country and his customers, as well as: 📚 The similarities and differences between Customer Education and "traditional" L&D 🛫 How his time as an Officer in the U.S. Air Force shaped how he thinks about designing modern learning and how he shows up as an L&D leader ⭐️ His advice for how someone with military experience can "sell" themselves into transitioning into the world of L&D Whether you are a Veteran, interested in the world of Customer Education, or BOTH, this episode is for you.  P.S. - I also kick off the episode dishing about the success of my clients inside The Overnight Trainer Group Coaching Program. 6 weeks in and we have dream job offers, interviews at dream companies, and recruiters knocking on their door! The August cohort is OPEN NOW for registration, and we keep it very very small, so if you are interested, registration info and a special discount code is in the comments below! Register now for the August Cohort: https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/courses/the-overnight-trainer-8-week-coaching-program-august-2021 Use code AUGUST500 for $500 off 🎉💰

Connect with Loc on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhnguyen2/

🚨 NEW PODCAST ALERT - Dr. Lynn Johnson is on today's show talking all about the intersectionality between DEI and L&D - you DO NOT want to sleep on this episode! 🔥 Lynn, talent strategist and DEI consultant specializing in diversity and inclusion, strategic planning, business coaching, and training and development answers some HARD questions and lays the truth about what it means to support DEI efforts from an L&D lens. We cover: 🧑🏽‍🏫 L&D's role in company DEI initiatives (and what to do if your company doesn't have any 🙄 Where DEI "trainings" go wrong and why so many companies resort to simple one-and-done DEI eLearnings ❤️ Advice for creating and facilitating DEI and L&D experiences that are meaningful 🙋🏿‍♂️ Tips for creating a safe space for people to feel comfortable sharing in front of others This is a long episode, and so incredibly fruitful! Lynn is a gem 💎 and I know you'll love what she has to say!

Connect with Lynn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lynn-johnson-ph-d-shrm-scp-679ab240/

Work with Lynn: https://www.triumphanthrsolutions.com/

Register for The Overnight Trainer Group Coaching Cohort: https://www.theovernighttrainer.com/work-with-me

Want to know how to step up your L&D leadership game WITHOUT courses 💻, certifications 🏆 and programs 📚? This week's The Overnight Trainer Podcast is for you! In this episode I share three non-traditional ways to grow as an L&D leader that you can literally start doing TODAY.

You know him. You love him. THE Jeff Lowndes is joining me on today's podcast! We talk about Jeff's journey into L&D and sales enablement, and he shares: ✳️ How his experience OUTSIDE of L&D prepared him for stepping into his role 📝 Why he thinks the L&D world gets fixated on the "rules" and which rules never to break 📍 What are some baseline "rules" people looking to transition into L&D should know 💰 His advice to L&D leaders who struggle with pushing past antiquated processes in order to create meaningful learning experiences What's great is that while Jeff and I have a lot in common, we have two (somewhat) different schools of thought when it comes to following the "rules," but find common ground on SO MUCH! Jeff and I would love to know from you... What L&D "rules" do you feel you can't break? Which ones do you wish you could but don't know how?

Bursting at the seems to share today's episode with you! I have none other than Head of Talent at Jam Pan, and founder of the GLDC, @John Hinchliffe on the show today. John and I go way off "script" (in the best way possible) and chat about: 🧭 His incredible journey from an English Language Teacher to Head of Talent at Jam Pan 🧲 What drew him to Instructional Design as his area of expertise 📚 How L&D parallels our educational systems, and why we need to reform it 🤝 The role community has played in his success throughout the last 12 years ❤️ His advice for anyone looking to transition into L&D John and I also discuss a FREE L&D Conference - Welcome Into The Awesome - that his community, the GLDC is putting on in conjunction with L&D Cares. No matter where you are in your L&D career - you don't want to miss this! Link to the episode and to register for the Welcome Into The Awesome Conference is below ⬇️

Welcome Into The Awesome Conference: https://www.airmeet.com/e/05c4ecf0-80e5-11eb-832c-3d4227c65b45

Join the GLDC: https://www.mygldc.org/

Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-hinchliffe-yourskillshub/

This week on The Overnight Trainer Podcast, I answered YOUR burning L&D questions! Find out my thoughts on: 🪜 The key steps to keep in mind when designing a development program ⭐️ Essential skills for progressing in an L&D career 🔎 Finding studies that prove the value of just-in-time learning 📈 The latest L&D market trends 🎓 L&D certifications to upskill yourself In this episode, I talk a lot about the Learning Cluster Design model, and the CEO of the Learning Cluster Design Group, Crystal Kadakia, has offered a special workshop discount for our listeners - Use code TheOT at checkout for $500 off! I also mentioned this blog post in the show about certifications: https://www.theovernighttrainer.com/blog/ask-the-og-i-am-an-overnight-trainer-and-want-to-grow-in-my-career-what-courses-can-i-take-to-improve-my-skills-nxhge

In this solo episode of the L&D Career Club Podcast, I'm getting personal about the career change conundrum. We're all about upgrading our skills and pivoting our paths, but what about our mindset? Join me as I unpack my playful yet practical four-part process to reprogramming the way we think about career transitions in the L&D world.

What's in store for you? Let's break it down:

1. Recommit: Before we chase those shiny goals, let's set our intentions. I'll talk about how to align your inner compass with your career aspirations.

2. Reprioritize: We'll chat about how to juggle the art of habit-building with the joy of hobbies. Get ready to craft a life where your job doesn't overshadow your joy!

3. Rewire: Time to switch up the self-talk soundtrack! I'm sharing my favorite self-coaching techniques to help you dance away from those negative noodlings and towards a mindset that serves you.

4. Reconnect: Because at the end of the day, it's all about self-love, folks! I'll share my secrets on falling in love with your professional journey, all over again.

It's time to get intentional, sustainable, positive, and connected. Let's get our minds in gear for the great L&D leap forward! 🚀🧠💖

Ready to reset in a group setting? Join the L&D Career Club: https://www.theovernighttrainer.com/ldcc

Connect with Accountability Coach, Molly Shapiro: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-shapiro/

Want to know what it's like to go from self-appointed drive-thru queen to VP on Learning Experience? Jess Almlie is on the show today to share her journey from starting as a cashier and trainer at McDonalds to her current position as VP of Learning Experience at Wex. In this episode, Jess dives deep into: 📚 Her journey from corporate, to higher-education, and then back to corporate again 📈 What learning and self-development looks like for her at her level 🏆 What she looks for as an L&D hiring manager, and how to demonstrate skills such as "hard work" and "positive attitude" 🎤 What she means when she says "Every day is an interview" and "Don't go on stage like it's an apology..."

This week we the tables are turned as Jonah Goldstein, Head of Learning from 360 Learning joins me on The Overnight Trainer Podcast! I was lucky enough to be interviewed by Jonah a few months back and am so excited he is a guest on today's show. In this episode, Jonah and I dive into the structure of L&D teams, and what makes an L&D team successful and he gives insight into: 🏋️‍♀️ The challenges L&D teams face today ⚖️ The biggest imbalance he sees within L&D teams 🧱 How L&D teams should structure themselves for success 🤝 What collaborative learning is, and what it means for L&D orgs This is one you don't want to miss! Be sure to connect with Jonah, and follow 360Learning to learn all about their platform and collaborative learning.

Registration for my 8-week group coaching program is ending this week! Register here and enter code 8WEEK50 for 50% off: https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/courses/the-overnight-trainer-8-week-coaching-program

This week on The Overnight Trainer Podcast I am breaking down my method on how to land your dream L&D role! I spill my secrets on: 🔍 Why finding your niche is a game changer (that will save you a lot of heartache) ↔️ How showcasing your transferable skills translates into story telling 👯‍♀️ What your LinkedIn network and feed should look like 🏆 How to stand out amongst competition in an interview I'm teaching the HOW behind ALL of this in my 8-week group coaching program that will be live in just a few weeks! This is a high-touch program so I'm keeping the participant number super small - so pre-register and grab your spot! Use code 8WEEK50 for 50% off this first cohort! Register for my 8-week coaching program: https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/courses/the-overnight-trainer-8-week-coaching-program

Today we have a brand new solo episode of The Overnight Trainer Podcast where I ask the question... Is there such thing as TOO much self development? 🙀 Listen to today's episode for my answer and how to know if the content you are consuming is aligned with your "North Star." ⭐️ P.S. My 8-week Overnight Trainer Career Coaching group container is opening THIS WEEK for registration! It will be 8 weeks of everything I teach my 1:1 clients from how to write a resume to get you noticed in the L&D space, to crafting a portfolio, to developing a networking plan that actually gets you connections and has recruiters reaching out to you, and prepping you to stand out in the interview process for your dream L&D job. I am keeping the first cohort super small, and the first people to join will get extra special bonuses including my signature Overnight Trainer course and a 1:1 coaching session with me! DM me for more info and to be put on the first access list!

We are back this week with a new episode of The Overnight Trainer with the one, the only... Kate Udalova of 7taps. 🎉 Kate is a marketer turned L&D expert, business owner and micro-learning addict! Her product, 7taps is a web-based authoring tool that allows for the creation of bite-sized courses faster than ever, making microlearning development simple to use, available to everyone and dare we say...FUN? In this episode Kate shares: ⚡️ What gets her so excited about microlearning 💭 How she came to create 7taps 🪖 What challenges she sees in the microlearning space 💪 How both new and seasoned L&D professionals can use 7taps 🙋🏻‍♀️ Her advice for someone just starting out in their L&D career

I am back from my moving hiatus with a brand new episode about MOTIVATION! I have been on the STRUGGLE BUS lately when it comes to motivation and wanted to share some tips that have helped me bounce back! Whether you are applying to job, going on interviews, or just living your damn life in this heavy world, and you feel (or have felt) a lack of motivation and don't know how to start back up again, this episode is for you!

This week you are in for a treat as I sit down with the person who started it all for me, Steve Wunch! If you know my story, you know if was sitting in Steve's training class 14 YEARS AGO 😬 that made me want to be in L&D. This episode is special for so many reasons, but what's amazing is that it is 100% UNSCRIPTED. I usually have an idea of where I want to go with my guests, but this episode is just me and Steve hanging out, and you are invited into our own L&D party! We LITERALLY talk about EVERYTHING including: ⭐️ Steve's journey going from an "overnight trainer" to an L&D leader and expert ⭐️ How he got his foot in the L&D door, and his advice on how to get yours in, too ⭐️ Why you shouldn't be afraid to raise your hand and ask for more ⭐️ Why street cred is just as valuable (if not more) than getting a traditional education in L&D ⭐️ How to prioritize training requests within an organization, and when and how to say no ⭐️ Why training should be impactful, not just fun! ⭐️ His advice for anyone trying to break in to L&D and how to make sure your "why" is aligned with your career choice

This week The Overnight Trainer Podcast is getting personal as I discuss the steps I took to leave my toxic career and make a pivot, and how you can too! In this episode I share: ⚠️ The warning signs of a toxic culture, and what I personally experienced being in one ⏰ How I knew it was time to leave 🪜 What steps I took while I was still working in the job to get ready to pivot 👯‍♀️ The power that having people to lean on played in allowing me to get out

Should you pursue an advanced degree in L&D? If you have ever wondered that, today's The Overnight Trainer Podcast episode is for you! I am joined by Maurine Kwende, instructional designer, researcher, consultant, coach and soon to be podcast host, who is currently completing her PhD in Learning Technologies Design Research from George Mason University. Join us as we discuss: 🔺 Maurine's decision to go "all in" with her education 🔺 The benefits and drawbacks of pursuing an advanced degree in L&D 🔺 What Maurine has learned from her education that she wouldn't have otherwise 🔺 Maurine's upcoming podcast 🥳 I get asked this question all the time, and as someone who didn't even have a Bachelors degree when I became an L&D Director, it was awesome to hear Maurine talk so passionately about her completely opposite journey! The episode is LIVE on Apple and Spotify, as well as through my website (all links are below)! As always, let me know what you want to hear more of! Connect with Maurine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maurine-kwende-52591a2a/

Welcome back to another episode of The Overnight Trainer Podcast! This week I share tips on how to go from being an individual contributor on an L&D team to leading the learning function such as:

• What you need to get really good at from a tactical L&D perspective • How to go from being an order taker to a learning strategist • What you can do today to strengthen your leadership skills This episode gives you insight into the three areas that got me from Corporate Trainer to L&D Director in less than 2.5 years and with zero prior training experience!

Dive into this week's L&D Career Club Podcast episode as we sit down with the incredible Dr. Keith Keating! From dropping out of high school to ascending the ranks as a Chief Learning Officer, Keith's story is nothing short of inspirational. Together with our host Sarah, they dive into the world of learning and development, exchanging personal tales, and offering golden nuggets of wisdom.

🌟 Top 3 Takeaways:

1. Education Evolution: Discover Keith's transformative journey from high school dropout to becoming a C.L.O., emphasizing the power of practical skills and the significance of continuous learning.
2. From Order Takers to Learning Leaders: It's not just about obtaining a degree. Dive deep into the shift from being mere order takers to embracing ownership of our learning trajectories.
3. The Trusted Learning Advisor: Learn what it takes to be recognized and respected in the L&D space. Building credibility, honing essential skills, and understanding your stakeholders are the keys to success!

Plus, get an exclusive peek into Keith's book and the idea of becoming that trusted advisor in the ever-evolving field of L&D. Tune in now and get ready to be inspired! 🎙️✨

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The Overnight Trainer Podcast is BACK and with a listener requested episode all about SOFTWARE TRAINING! I am joined by award-winning Instructional Design leader (and former teacher) Kimberly Scott as she discusses: • How developing software training is different from soft skills training • The biggest challenges faced when developing software training • How to overcome not being an SME on the software you are developing training on • What technology to use when developing software training • The NUMBER ONE software new Instructional Designers should be learning (it's probably not what you think)

Connect with Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyscott05/

We are back with a solo episode of The Overnight Trainer podcast and today we are talking about all things LEARNING CULTURE! This week I share: - What is a learning culture is and why it's important to have one as an L&D professional - How you can identify in an interview if a company has a learning culture - Some tips on how to improve learning culture if your current organization doesn't have one

Schedule your 1:1 L&D Career Coaching consultation with me: www.theovernighttrainer.com/coaching

Welcome back to another episode of The Overnight Trainer! This is episode is for you if you ever asked: ➡️ What is Sales Enablement? ➡️ How is Sales Enablement different than traditional L&D? ➡️ What type of roles can I find in Sales Enablement? ➡️ What does it take to be successful in Sales Enablement? ➡️ What can I do today to jump-start a career in Sales Enablement?

Connect with "The Collaborator" John Moore on LinkedIn!

This week on The Overnight Trainer Podcast I am joined by L&D Strategist & Leader, Matthew Lee, and we are talking all about SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE! In this episode, Matt shares:

- What he looked for when he hired over 300 L&D professionals over the span of his 15-year L&D career (spoiler alert: it's not subject matter expertise) - What the harm is in L&D hiring managers who focus on industry-specific subject matter expertise vs. L&D expertise - What red-flags to look out for in the interview process prior to joining an L&D team - The difference between tactical and strategic instructional design, and why an organization needs both - His advice for anyone transitioning into L&D who are nervous to apply for jobs because they don't have subject matter expertise

Connect with Matthew Lee on LinkedIn or at matt@matthewlee.info.

Welcome back! In this week's episode, we are talking all about how to network to land your dream L&D job! In this solo episode Sarah covers: - Why networking is key to landing a new role, especially if you are transitioning careers - The biggest mistake often made in networking online - How to curate your LinkedIn network to ensure you are being seen and heard by the right people

L&D and DEI change-maker Bree Burden joins me on today's episode and shares: - How she transitioned from an internal auditor at a casino to an L&D professional (with a little help from Tara Furiani). - What transferrable skills from auditing she brought into her L&D career. - Why you shouldn't "shrink your quirkiness" to fit into a job. - What "The Bad Moms Club" is and how she uses it as a leadership example in interviews. - The one question YOU should be asking hiring managers in an interview. - How to show up as your most authentic self at work. Connect with Bree on LinkedIn.

Welcome back! In today's episode, we are joined by L&D change-maker, author, and OD Consultant, Crystal Kadakia. Crystal shares: - How she transitioned into L&D from Chemical Engineering - Why she felt L&D needed a new model for the modern learner - How to apply the OK-LCD Model even if you are just starting out in L&D - Her advice for those looking to transition into L&D or new to their L&D role

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Welcome back to another episode of The Overnight Trainer podcast. In this episode we uncover:

• What is an L&D niche?
• Why you need one to land your dream L&D role
• How to identify your niche

Download the free Nailing Your Niche guide here.

Job search tip from episode to type into LinkedIn job search: Learning AND [Skill #1] AND [Skill #2] AND [Skill #3].

Welcome to Episode 2! In this episode, I am joined by the Instructional Design guru herself, Emily Griffin. Emily shares:

• Her journey from being a middle school teacher to becoming an Instructional Designer
• How K12 teaching skills are transferrable to corporate instructional design
• The truth about what software you really need to know

Be sure to connect with Emily on LinkedIn!

Welcome to the FIRST episode of The Overnight Trainer Podcast.

In this solo episode we cover:

• Sarah's journey from being a Subject Matter Expert to a Trainer, overnight
• What it was like making the transition into Learning and Development 
• How Sarah learned so much in a short amount of time
• Sarah's advice for anyone looking to get into L&D

Do you have a specific idea about what "type" of boss you want next?

Are you finding yourself thinking about the last great boss you had and wanting your next boss to fill those shoes?

If so...I invite you to rethink what you know about the best boss for you on today's episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast!

Today we're talking about one of my favorite topics -- boss shopping! I'm covering:

The 4 "types" of bosses (and yes, I'm using boss not leader because this episode isn't about leadership styles)

Questions to ask in an interview with a hiring manager to identify if this person is the best boss for you

Why putting a previous a boss you had on a pedestal can cloud your judgement when shopping for your next boss

How to start rethinking what you've known about what makes for a good (or bad) boss

After listening to today's episode, I'd love to know if your idea of what your next boss should be like has changed at all! 

Ready to find, land, and love your dream L&D role? Join The L&D Career Club Here: https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/products/communities/the-l-and-d-career-club

Honestly...I'm sick and tired of reading posts on here that say "The only way to land a new job is to____."

Repeat after me...there is no one "RIGHT" way to land your next role, and if your strategy is nothing more than a Frankenstein approach of piecemeal advice from dozens of other people, today's L&D Career Club Podcast episode is for you!

Today I dive into:

4️⃣ The 4 areas to look at when assessing your own L&D career transition strategy

🤔 Why it's important to consider where you're getting your career transition advice from and how to make sure it will be applicable to you

⚡️ How much energy and emphasis you want to put into each area (spoiler alert: it depends on you as a human)

🤗 Tips to make sure you're bringing your whole self into the process of career transitioning

In this episode I share some personally exciting news (hint: 📚) and also talk more about my new podcast and Fractional CLO Agency, Good Learning, which will be launching so so so soon! 🎉

Get ready to set fire 🔥 to all your blank notebooks you plan to take with you to your next new job because I've got Jessica Rivera on The L&D Career Club Podcast today, and she's schooling us on how we can set OURSELVES up for success in our brand new roles. 💥

In today's episode (which is a longy, but a goodie) we tear apart outdated ways of looking at onboarding and step into a modern onboarding paradigm that *actually* helps us onboard faster and with more intention. We cover all the onboarding topics such as:

📚 How Jessica defines onboarding, and why everyone at your org needs to be on the same page with how you all define it

📚 Where most L&D teams go wrong when it comes to creating onboarding programs and who's ultimately responsible for onboarding success

📚 Why you don't need the world's largest budget to create impactful onboarding experiences

📚 How you can take ownership of your own onboarding experience to accelerate your own professional growth

...and so much more! Like I said, this is a MEATY episode, but one you'll want to take some serious notes for!

Jessica and I are also giving away ONE free copy of her New Job Notebook, so make sure to listen to today's episode for how to enter for a chance to win a copy!

Enter the giveaway here: https://green-fashion-604.myflodesk.com/d1c020e0-a51f-43f8-96cd-7cfc843678c4

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Have you ever hopped on a networking call and completely froze when asked "so, tell me about yourself?"

Do you blank in a group setting when everyone's going around and introducing themselves quickly and you don't know what to say to stand out?

Does your elevator pitch end with something along the lines of "sooooo yeah...that's me?"

If ANY (or all) of those rang true for you, today's episode of The L&D Career Club Podcast is just what you need to kiss those elevator pitch fears goodbye! 👋

In this 35-minute episode, you'll walk away with:

✨ A 4-part strategy to create an "elevator pitch" that you can perfect for any type of networking call or event

⏰ Strategies to make your pitch fit into whatever time you may have depending on the type of networking you do

🎯 Tips for making sure that your elevator pitch is helping you achieve your networking goals 

🤝 Tools to shift your elevator pitch content depending on how much you'd like to include/what's relevant

We'll be covering the topic of Crafting Your Elevator Pitch, as well as:

🔎 Finding Your L&D Niche

🎯 Setting Your L&D Networking Goals

🤝 Building a Diversified L&D Networking Ecosystem

inside of the Build Your L&D Network 4-week LIVE group coaching program kicking off TOMORROW! ⬇️

If you're ready to create a potent L&D network that you can leverage, learn from, and lean on, and want aligned, non-invasive strategies to do so, join us here: https://theovernighttrainer.thinkific.com/courses/copy-of-build-your-l-d-network-live

This live program is included inside of The L&D Career Club, so join the club here: https://www.theovernighttrainer.com/ldcc

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