Episode 1.4 The Power of Whole Person Development
Oct. 10, 2023 ⏱️ 36 minutes
Host: Joanie Musser Guest: Brent Kedzierski
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Brent shared his insights on fostering a culture of continuous learning within corporate environments. His expertise in Whole Person Competence Development was particularly illuminating. He emphasized the importance of recognizing the diverse skill sets within an organization, ranging from cognitive and creative abilities to collaborative skills. According to Brent, understanding and leveraging these skills are essential for creating a thriving learning culture.
One of the key takeaways from our discussion was the shift that organizations need to make in their approach to employee development plans. Brent stressed the significance of moving from traditional, one-dimensional plans to holistic strategies that encompass not just job-related skills, but also personal attributes, attitudes, and well-being.
He highlighted the need for professional coaching services, provided by external experts, to support employees in their personal and professional growth. Throughout our conversation, Brent emphasized the critical role of Learning and Development (L&D) professionals. He challenged them to transition from being mere implementers of learning initiatives (or "brick layers," as he put it) to becoming architects and strategists of human performance within organizations. He underscored the importance of understanding the social, behavioral, and neuroscientific aspects of learning, urging L&D professionals to be at the forefront of this evolving field. I hope Brent's insights inspire you as much as they have inspired me. Remember, continuous learning is not just a tool for personal growth; it is the cornerstone of organizational innovation and success.
📣 Learning Loot... A Treasure of Referenced Material
Amy Edmonson, Author of Teaming: How Organizations Learn, Innovate, and Compete in the Knowledge Economy. Brent mentioned Amy Edmonson, a Harvard researcher, and her work on psychological safety in organizations. This concept is essential for building a learning culture.
W. Edwards Deming, Author of Transform Your Business with Dr. Deming’s 14 Points for Management emphasizes the importance of driving out fear in organizations.
Whole Person Competence Development (WPCD): In the Hexagon Blog Series - Building Instructional Competence: Connected Worked Analytics, Brent discusses this concept extensively, highlighting its significance in understanding and nurturing the holistic skills, attitudes, motives, traits, self-image, and social roles of employees.
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