Episode 1.2 Empowering Change
Oct. 3, 2023 ⏱️ 40 minutes
Host: Joanie Musser Guest: Eva Costello
Oct. 3, 2023 ⏱️ 40 minutes
Host: Joanie Musser Guest: Eva Costello
In this episode, Eva Costello shares her transformative journey into virtual learning, emphasizing the strategic approach her team took in restructuring the onboarding process for a client, transitioning to a hybrid workforce model. She highlights the importance of understanding the virtual learner persona and customizing learning materials accordingly. Eva discusses the pivotal role emotional intelligence plays, particularly in volatile environments, and delves into trends like agility in Learning and Development, emphasizing iterative approaches and the need for flexibility, especially in technology implementations.
Eva brings attention to the significance of tailored support for successful remote employees and stresses the importance of managing stakeholder conversations with curiosity and openness. Eva also recommends "The First 90 Days" by Michael D. Watkins as a valuable resource for accelerating learning in new roles and praises the impactful content of Heidi Kirby's podcast, which inspired her own journey of learning from podcasts. Eva's motivation stems from witnessing others' success, contributing to team efforts, and experiencing personal growth. Her final advice to learning and development professionals centers on cultivating curiosity, defining success metrics, and approaching each situation with an open mind, understanding the unique needs of organizations and individuals involved.
📣 Learning Loot... A Treasure of Referenced Material
FranklinCovey - They enable greatness in people and organizations everywhere
Ken Blanchard - Author of Leadership and the One Minute Manager: Increasing Effectiveness Through Situational Leadership & the Situational Approach to Leadership training program
Heidi Kirby - Host of the BLOC Podcast
Michael D. Watkins - Author of The First 90 Days
Susan Scott - Author of Fierce Conversations
Susan Scott - Author of Fierce Leadership & Fierce Conversations
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