L&D Spotlight
Every week we dive into an L&D topic with experts, consultants, trainers, thought leaders and executives. We shine a light on best practices, ask for advice & tips and talk about the current state of L&D. We keep things short and simple, stick to relevant, actionable information and tactical insights. Get in touch with the host, Liz Stefan, at liz@niftylearning.io or connect via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisaletitiastefan/.
Episodes
23 episodes
The role and purpose of L&D in the organization
In this episode, we talk about L&D's role and place in the organization, both in terms of org structure and purpose. We dive into L&D's internal customers, how to improve L&D's understanding of the business, the access to the compan...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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42:19
Designing a Learning Ecosystem for Measurable Outputs
In this episode, we take an in-depth look at what it means to build a data-driven learning ecosystem. We talk about learning design practices that enable the right tech stack to produce measurable results - both for the learner and the business...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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40:01
First 100 Days as L&D Manager
In this episode, we go through the first 100 days as a newly appointed L&D Manager. We look at the process of getting to know the company, the business model, and the industry it operates in. We also talk about laying the foundation of a su...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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38:28
Imposter Syndrome in L&D
In this episode, we look at imposter syndrome, a feeling that very many L&D professionals get from time to time, while working under the pressure of wearing many hats and expectations.Guest:
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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49:57
L&D and the Value Chain
In this episode, we look at how L&D can add value in a meaningful way to the organization and how it connects to the value chain.Guest: Bülent Duagi, Senior Strategic Advisor an...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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55:52
Changing the Face of L&D
In this episode, we take an honest look at L&D: what does it mean today to be in L&D, what is the purpose of L&D, and how can L&D change its impact and perceived value in an organization to become a strategic contributor and get...
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Season 3
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Episode 301
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38:52
Leadership and (Self) Discipline
In this episode, we dive into what it means to create and maintain a discipline that helps both leaders and teams stay on track to achieve their goals.Guest: Andrei Postolache, Founder at Xeriously
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Season 2
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Episode 207
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24:12
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Leadership and Tough Conversations
In this episode, we look at how leaders can have difficult conversations with their team with positive, productive results in the long term.Guest: Andrei Postolache, Founder at Xeriously, leaders...
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Season 2
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Episode 206
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26:45
The Skill Balancing Act
In this episode, we look at soft skills development and how they fit in the broader context of a company's talent strategy.Guest: Andrei Postolache, Founder at Xeriously, leadership and soft skil...
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Season 2
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Episode 205
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33:05
Why are Soft Skills Important?
In this episode, we look at soft skills development and how they fit in the broader context of a company's talent strategy and learning culture.Guest: Andrei Postolache, Founder at Xeriously, lea...
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Season 2
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Episode 204
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22:24
Leadership Learning Programs
In this episode, we explore the best strategy for L&D to create and deploy leadership learning programs with a realistic reach and influence and what type of work the company's leaders have to do to adopt healthy leadership behaviors throug...
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Season 2
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Episode 203
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29:51
Leadership, Failure, Innovation & Psychological Safety
In this episode, we look at the relationship between leadership, failure, psychological safety, and the effect these have on a company's stability, growth, and ability to innovate.Guest: Andrei Postolache, Founder at
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Season 2
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Episode 202
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35:18
What is Leadership?
In this episode, we tackle a notion that has become a buzzword in recent years but is still sometimes misunderstood: Leadership. We're looking at defining leadership, how it ties into company culture and what mistakes we commonly see leaders an...
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Season 2
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Episode 201
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25:59
Cohort-Based Learning: Yes or No?
In this episode, we talk about cohort-based learning: what it is, what situations it's most suitable for, and some of this method's shortcomings.Guest: Lavinia Mehedintu, People Experience Manager at eMAG ...
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Season 1
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Episode 110
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16:40
Using Nudges in L&D to Support Behaviour Change
In this episode, we take a look at nudges in the context of L&D and see how an organization can put in place such a tool to enable positive behavior change.Guest: Lavinia Mehedintu, People Experience Manager at
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Season 1
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Episode 109
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15:22
Managing Up in L&D
In this episode, we look at how L&D can showcase its value in the business and speak to decision-making stakeholders.Guest: Lavinia Mehedintu, People Experience Manager at eMAG and co-founder and curat...
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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17:26
L&D is Not Always the Solution
In this episode, we look at situations when L&D is not the right solution for performance or accuracy problems identified by the business.Guest: Lavinia Mehedintu, People Experience Manager at eMAG and...
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Season 1
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Episode 107
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14:13
Psychological Safety in L&D
In this episode, we explore the concept of Psychological Safety and understand its impact on team learning and organizational performance.Guest: Lavinia Mehedintu, People Experience Manager at eMAG and co-...
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Season 1
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Episode 106
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13:41
Business Acumen in L&D
In this episode, we take a look at Business Acumen: what does it mean in L&D, why it's essential to have this skillset, how it helps L&D professionals and organizations.Guest: Lavinia Mehedintu, People Experience Manager at
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Season 1
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Episode 105
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15:26
Future Skills for L&D
In this episode, we take a quick dive into Future Skills: what they are, why they are relevant, who they are for and how to acquire future skills at your job.Guest: Lavinia Mehedintu, People Experience Manager at
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Season 1
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Episode 104
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14:51
How to Create a Learning Experience as an SME
In this episode, we go explain how SMEs can create practical learning experiences that support an effective internal knowledge transfer and retention.Guest: Lavinia Mehedintu, People Experience Manager at eMAG...
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Season 1
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Episode 103
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11:53
