
Learning Rebels Podcast
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Get the live, unfiltered conversations behind the popular Learning Rebels Coffee Chat. Workplace Learning will never be the same.
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Episodes
Building a Habit of Learning
3/19/2025
It all started with the BIG question on the table. How do we actually build a habit of learning—for ourselves? We're taking a step back from helping everyone else learn and focusing on a challenge we all share: making time for our own growth. We all want to learn more, but between meetings, deadlines, and life in general, it’s easy to let personal learning fall to the bottom of the list. Many of us have tried blocking time on our calendars—only to watch it disappear when something "more urgent" comes up. Others have tried to tie learning to an active project, making it easier to justify. And then there are those who squeeze in reading, reflection, or microlearning into everyday moments whenever possible (because let’s be real, some of that doomscrolling could probably be put to better use). So how do we make learning a real habit instead of an afterthought? We set time aside, try and understand what methods work best for us, and meet learning where it fits into our lives. Whether it’s scheduling dedicated learning time, stacking habits onto existing routines, or finding ways to reflect and apply new ideas, the key is making it stick. At the end of the day, learning isn’t just something we should do—it’s something we deserve to do. So what small step can you take to build your learning habit today? Stay curious! -Shannon Resources: Video Transcript Transcript Summary Chatbox Resources Groundhogs Day Playlist OneTab Liberating Structures Learning Battlecards Harvard Thinking Routines Learning Rebels’ Blog: Small Learning Habits, Big Results: How To Keep Growing Top 10 Actions to Build a Learning Habit A Learning Rebels Guide: 10 Ways to Build a Learning Habit Books Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Learning Habits: Drive a Learning Culture to Improve Employee and Business Performance by Sarah Nicholl Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear How Leaders Learn: Master the Habits of the World's Most Successful People by David Novak Be part of the Community. Gain more valuable resources to build your skills! Learn more here. Join the conversation Be part of the live chat! Sign up here. Hire Learning Rebels When you need learning that sticks, we’ll fight to make performance results happen. Visit the Learning Rebels website to learn more Host: Shannon Tipton Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:46:17
Curiosity Engagement
2/24/2025
It all started with the BIG question on the table. How do we spark and sustain curiosity in learning? This Coffee Chat dove into how our curiosity fuels engagement. We kicked things off by brainstorming ways to design learning experiences that get people questioning, exploring, and leaning in for more. Whether through interactive quizzes, thought-provoking scenarios, or unexpected challenges, the goal is to keep learners thinking, What’s next? We want to build structured designs that keep learners engaged and prevent that dreaded click-through-and-forget syndrome. From branching scenarios to drip-feeding content, the right approach can make learning feel more like an adventure than a checklist. Keeping curiosity alive takes some intention. Real-world examples, case studies, and unexpected challenges help hold attention, while showing immediate benefits keeps motivation high. The goal goes beyond sparking curiosity and into making learning feel like something worth coming back to. Curiosity fuels engagement, but it also builds lifelong learners. How do we help people stay curious beyond a single course? Stay curious! -Shannon Resources: Video Transcript Transcript Summary Chatbox Resources Using The QFT To Drive Inquiry In Project-Based Learning Genius Support with Andi McNair Learning Battle Cards Torrance Learning’s Instructional Design Ideas Deck Learning Rebels Blog: Curiosity as a Business Practice Books Storytelling With Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity by Michael Hernandez Cultures of Thinking in Action: 10 Mindsets to Transform our Teaching and Students' Learning by Ron Ritchhart Curious: The Desire to Know and Why Your Future Depends On It by Ian Leslie Cultivating Curiosity: Teaching and Learning Reimagined by Doreen Gehry Nelson Be part of the Community. Gain more valuable resources to build your skills! Learn more here. Join the conversation Be part of the live chat! Sign up here. Hire Learning Rebels When you need learning that sticks, we’ll fight to make performance results happen. Visit the Learning Rebels website to learn more Host: Shannon Tipton Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:42:36
Shared Resources
2/5/2025
It all started with the BIG question on the table. How can we leverage shared resources to better support our learning goals and professional growth? This Coffee Chat was all about the power of collective knowledge. We kicked things off by reflecting on the big, audacious goals set in the last session. Some made progress, others hit roadblocks, but the common thread was the need for the right tools and accountability to keep moving forward. From books and podcasts to digital organization tools, everyone had something valuable to contribute. Popular solutions like Pocket, Notion, and Raindrop emerged as favorites, with participants weighing in on their usability and learning curves. We also explored must-read books like Aligning Instructional Design with Business Goals and ATD’s Organizational Development Handbook. The group discussed writing for social media, balancing engagement with authenticity, and how AI-powered tools can assist with content creation and organization. No Learning Rebels chat is complete without a deep dive into learning technology, from hidden gems like Amazon Polly for text-to-speech to essential resources like Articulate’s eLearning Heroes. In the final stretch, the conversation shifted toward continuous learning. How do we build habits that help us apply what we learn? These are the questions we’ll tackle in future Coffee Chats, ensuring that we’re not just gathering resources—we’re using them to grow. Stay curious! -Shannon Video Transcript
Transcript Summary
Chatbox
Tools
Pocket: Web plug in that saves articles and videos in personal library
Raindrop: Bookmark manager
Notion: All in one workplace app
Book Bub: For bargain and free ebooks One Note: Digital note taking Remarkable: Organize files and perform screen shares
Rocketbook: Share pages and whiteboards Amazon Polly: AI voice generator Gamestorming: Co-creation tools
Liberating Structures: Tools to replace or complement existing practices
Podcasts We Love
Learning Rebels Podcast
Learning Geeks
Armchair Expert
Scrubs and Subpoenas
Coaching for Leaders
Not Gonna Lie
Learning Uncut
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Smartless
What Now with Trevor Noah
Worklife with Adam Grant Rethinking with Adam Grant
Modern Mentor
Handsome Hidden Brain
Unmistakable Creative
Pop Culture Happy Hour from NPR
Resources
Isabel Sterne on Linkedin for tips on Social media writing
Dave Biriss on Linkedin for tips about using AI in social media
Free Resources from Dave Biriss
Action Mapping with Cathy Moore
Devlin Peck Bootcamp for Instructional Design skills
Tim Slade’s website for eLearning Training
TechSmith's YouTube Channel
e-Learning Training
ATD: Association for Training Development
Connie Malamed: The eLearning Coach
HBR.org
Training Magazine Network for free webinars
Douglas Ferguson’s Linkedin from Voltage Control for facilitation and liberating structures
The Learning Guild
Books
Aligning Instructional Design With Business Goals: Make the Case and Deliver Results by Kristopher Newbauer
The CEO's Guide to Training, eLearning & Work by Will Thalheimer
ATD's Organizational Development Handbook by Brian James Flores
Leading the Learning Function: Tools and Techniques for Organizational Impact by MJ Hall and Laleh Patel
Telling Ain’t Training by Harold D. Stolovitch & Erica J. Keeps
The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier
Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less by Jim VandeHei, Mike Allen, Roy Schwartz
How To Give It So They Get It by Sharon L. Bowman Be part of the Learning Rebels Community.
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:37:42
Setting Big Hairy Audacious Goals in 2025
2/3/2025
It all started with the BIG question on the table.
How can we set goals that truly align with our personal and professional aspirations while making the process motivating, realistic, and actionable?
This Coffee Chat was all about rethinking how we approach goal setting. Forget the old SMART goals you’ve heard about a thousand times—this conversation was focused on making goals meaningful, personal, and, most importantly, doable.
We talked about the problem with framing goals in a negative light. How often do we say, “I need to stop doing this” or “I should do that”? We instead tried to ask “What’s the positive motivation behind my goal?”
We also had some fun with numbers! By calculating the weekends left in our lives (yes, weekends), we got a new perspective on time and how to prioritize what matters most. It’s not about how many years you have left, but about how you’re using the time you’ve got.
This chat was full of “aha” moments and practical ideas, but what stuck with me most was this: Goal setting isn’t just about planning. It’s about believing in the process, breaking things down, and being kind to yourself along the way.
So, what are your big, hairy, audacious goals? What’s stopping you? Let’s keep the conversation going!
Stay Curious!
~Shannon
Resources:
Video Transcript Transcript Summary Chatbox Resources BHAG Big Rock Goal Setting Planner Books SMARTER Goals: A Better & Smarter Approach To Setting & Achieving Goals by Tal Gur The Efficient Path to Success - A Practical Guide to Achieving Your Goals by Nelson JR Start Poorly: Sidestepping Perfection to Reach Your Goals by Justin Grifford Goal Setting: Forget SMART Goals Try SMARTER Goals by Martin Formato
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:48:21
Focus and Flow: Tips and Tricks for Productivity
8/29/2024
It all started with the big question on the table:
Are we caught up in "Productivity Shiny Object Syndrome?"
Do you ever feel like you’re juggling flaming chainsaws while blindfolded on a unicycle?
You’re not alone.
Between designing workshops, crafting engaging training materials and nurturing employee development, finding time to breathe, let alone be productive, feels like a pipe dream.
Today, let’s explore what really matters when choosing productivity tools. Together we can shift our mindset away from the “more tools, more productivity” myth and help identify the specific areas slowing us down in our unique workflow. Then, we can consider what tools and processes can make our work lives healthier and more efficient.
This podcast calls back to this Learning Rebels Blog Post: Here’s What Really Matters with Productivity Tools. https://www.learningrebels.com/2024/02/01/heres-what-really-matters-in-productivity-tools/
Additional reading:
Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative PotentialThe Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the BrainCome Up for Air: How Teams Can Leverage Systems and Tools to Stop Drowning in WorkTime Planning Tools and Techniques: Learn How to Create Your Personal Time Planning, Increase Your Productivity, and Discover the Most Efficient Tools and Techniques to Become the Master of Your TimeWork Smarter, and Not Harder, Volume 3: Best Productivity Tools and Apps to Help You Achieve More
Resources
Video
Transcript Transcript Summary
Tools:
WellSaid Labs
Boomerang
Get Rocketbook
Boox
Toggl
Synthesia
Maestro Learning
Goodnotes
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:43:20
Finding Your Fire: Self-Motivation Techniques
8/15/2024
It all started with the big question on the table:
Are you feeling caught in the endless cycle of work, struggling to keep your motivation alive?
You’re not alone.
As we continue to wear numerous hats, maintaining a high level of self-motivation becomes difficult. Business is moving fast, and the expectation is that we should move even faster. We are caught up in the hamster wheel, and it is hard to keep ourselves motivated.
Are you tired, frustrated, maybe feeling a bit... crispy around the edges? Has it gotten to the point where every time you see an email notification, you break out in hives and daydream throwing your laptop out the window? Is your main accomplishment for the day discovering how many snacks you can consume in an hour? I see me, and I see you.
This podcast calls back to this Learning Rebels Blog Post: 3 Ways to Get Your Creative Mojo Going https://www.learningrebels.com/2015/10/02/3-ways-to-get-your-creative-mojo-going-when-you-arent-feeling-it/
Additional reading:
Master Your Motivation: A Practical Guide to Unstick Yourself, Build Momentum and Sustain Long-Term MotivationChanging Your Mindset for Good: The Quick Way to Control Your Emotions, Shift Your Reality for Mental Self DevelopmentThe Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage into Self-MasterGet out of Your Own Way: Overcoming Self-Defeating Behavior: Overcoming Self-Defeating BehaviorMake Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World
Resources
Video Transcript Transcript Summary
Tony Robbins’ How to Self Motivate
Susan David’s How to Identify Your Values
Mind Tools’ How Self-Motivated Are You
Harvard Business Review’s How To Keep Working When You’re Just Not Feeling It
Susan David with Adam Grant: Overcoming Forced Positivity
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:33:05
Boost Your Virtual Networking Skills: Top Tricks and Tips
7/18/2024
It all started with the big question on the table:
Why are some people good at networking and others, not so much? What are some practical tips and techniques to build and maintain meaningful connections?
There seems to be a lot of movement in the Learning and Development (L&D) industry. People are changing jobs, changing roles, and getting laid off. With all this movement building your network is critical, and this is the topic we are discussing today.
This podcast calls back to this Learning Rebels Blog Post: Hacking Virtual Networking: https://www.learningrebels.com/2021/01/14/hacking-virtual-networking/
Additional reading:
Social Media Pie: How to Enjoy a Bigger Slice of the LinkedIn PieNetworking in the 21st Century... on LinkedIn: Creating Online Relationships and OpportunitiesThe Introvert’s Edge to Networking: Work the Room. Leverage Social Media. Develop Powerful ConnectionsNetworking for People Who Hate Networking: A Field Guide For Introverts, the Overwhelmed, and the Underconnected
Resources
Coffee Chat video Video Full Coffee Chat transcript: Transcript Transcript Summary
Daily Virtual Network Checklist
Hacking Virtual Networking
4 Ways to Bypass The LinkedIn Connection Limit
The Why and What of Posting on LinkedIn by Brenda Peterson
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:42:33
When Training isn’t Successful: Bridging the Learning/Doing Gap
1/11/2024
It all started with the BIG question on the table.
How can we ensure that the skills and knowledge acquired during training are effectively applied in the workplace?
We've all been there - we create what we feel is a learning solution that can't go wrong...then it does.
Most of us have been there, done that, bought the tee-shirt and don't want to go back.
We know that training fails for two reasons
But there is a third, more realistic reason—lack of management involvement. Activating managers early and often is the key to success when bridging the learning/doing gap. The managers are the gatekeepers and it was clear in our discussion that we've been manager-blocked many times.
Today we're going to be discussing the common pitfalls learning within organizations encounters, how we can provide ongoing learning support - without workplace disruption, and what tools we can use to help embed learning solutions into the organization?
Stay Curious!
Shannon
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View video here: https://vimeo.com/885769904
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Transcript Summary: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Practical-Applications-To-Bridging-The-Learning-Doing-Gap-Transcript-Summary.pdf Chat box messages: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/meeting_saved_chat-5.pdf
Resources:
The Knowing-Doing Gap: How Smart Companies Turn Knowledge into Action by Jeffrey Pfeffer and Robert I. Sutton
Learning Organizations: Turning Knowledge into Actions (Strategic Management Collection) by Marcus Goncalves
Giving Students a Say: Smarter Assessment Practices to Empower and Engage by Myron Dueck
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:46:11
The Future of Instructional Design
11/16/2023
It all started with the BIG question on the table.
What skills will L&D need in order to remain relevant in the business world of the future?
L&D is undergoing a seismic shift. With the advent of new technologies and changing workplace dynamics, we are facing challenges that are far more complex than ever before.
And then there was the wake-up call.
In December 2021, ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, dissolved its entire L&D department. The reason? They felt that many of their learning initiatives were not adding value and were merely "feel-good activities" with limited impact.
Sure, there is more going on than meets the eye - but we can't deny that layoffs in L&D are on the rise. So what to do?
We can prepare for the future because the future is now. Today, we are going to be discussing the skills that instructional designers, and L&D in general, will need in order to prepare and be successful for the future.
Stay Curious!
Shannon
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View video here: https://vimeo.com/880973223
Download the full transcript here: https://otter.ai/u/ORF_UDjBIja6Z4Rl9BvHQeXjRu8?utm_source=copy_url
Transcript Summary
https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Transcript-Summary-1.pdf Chat box messages: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/meeting_saved_chat-3.pdfploads/2023/11/meeting_saved_chat-2.pdf
Resources
Skills Board: Miro
Learning Rebels’ Navigating The Future Of L&D: Top 5 Skills You Can’t Ignore
Redthread’s Future-proofing L&D: Developing the Right Skills
The New Normal for L&D: https://www.learningrebels.com/2021/03/24/transforming-the-new-normal-for-ld/
Books
The Future of Learning & Development: Harnessing Generative AI by Samir Das
The Future of Learning & Development in Organizations: (Learning & Development in Organisations series #16) by Thomas Garavan, Carole Hogan, and Amanda Cahir-O'Donnell
The Modern Learning Ecosystem: A New L&D Mindset for the Ever-Changing Workplace by JD Dillon
Staying in the Game: Leading and Learning With Agility for a Dynamic Future by Pamela Meyer
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:24:19
Learning Rebels Live with Hadiya Nuriddin
11/9/2023
Going LIVE - Sharing the Story of the Storyteller, Hadiya Nuriddin
We all have something in our backgrounds that silently informs how we act and what we do, and Hadiya is no different.
Hadiya’s journey
It seems logical that Hadiya would want to grow up and be on the stage. Her skill for weaving a story is legendary. What wasn’t logical was how she grew away from acting and into customer support training for Kinko’s!
With her Master’s Degree in Writing, she single-handedly took over training support. Writing job aids and other learning materials to help the poor customers who were struggling with that new-fangled technology of a floppy disk.
Her story is inspirational. Who knew that little girl who was looking for her Oscar would grow up to write a book on Storytelling with another on the way for Quality Assurance? Yes, Quality Assurance! You’ll have to listen in to get the rest of the story!
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Duration:00:40:25
The Future of Instructional Design
10/26/2023
It all started with the BIG question on the table.
What is the future of instructional design and what skills will we need to remain relevant?
L&D is undergoing a seismic shift. With the advent of new technologies and changing workplace dynamics, we are facing challenges that are far more complex than ever before.
And then there was the wake-up call.
In December 2021, ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, dissolved its entire L&D department. The reason? They felt that many of their learning initiatives were not adding value and were merely "feel-good activities" with limited impact.
Sure, there is more going on than meets the eye - but we can't deny that layoffs in L&D are on the rise. So, what to do?
We can prepare for the future because the future is now. Today, we are going to be discussing the skills that instructional designers, and L&D in general, will have to have in order to prepare and be successful for the future.
Stay Curious!
Shannon
Learning Rebels Programs are pre-approved for CPTD/APTD eligibility!
View video here: https://vimeo.com/877093139
Download the full transcript here: https://otter.ai/u/L6f9Ln4UTpGIZ4ey5euoa-NhYPI
Transcript Summary:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Role-of-Instructional-Design-Today-Transcript-Summary.pdf Chat box messages: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/chat.pdf
Resources
Josh Bersin’s A New Model For Corporate Training: The Adaptive Learning Organization
Redthread’s Future-proofing L&D: Developing the Right Skills
The Future of L&D: The Five Skills You Can’t Ignore: https://www.learningrebels.com/2023/10/26/navigating-the-future-of-ld-top-5-skills-you-cant-ignore/
The New Normal for L&D: https://www.learningrebels.com/2021/03/24/transforming-the-new-normal-for-ld/
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:31:24
Curation Tools and Techniques
10/19/2023
It all started with the BIG question on the table.
What are the different tools impacting the curation process, and what challenges do we need to overcome to ensure relevance and impact?
Curation seems to be the L&D buzzword at the moment and while curation seems to be on everyone’s agenda - there’s a lot of anxiety over how to get started.
Here's the Good News: advancements in technology have provided L&D professionals with an army of tools and platforms designed to streamline content curation.
The bad news? These advances lead us to an army of tools. The sheer volume of available resources can be overwhelming, making it difficult to decide which tools are effective and will help us meet our curation goals.
During our last Coffee Chat, we discussed how to align our curation efforts with the needs and goals of the business. This week, we're discussing the different tools and techniques we can use.
Plus – Special Bonus! Mike Taylor joins us to share his views on the different tools he uses.
Stay Curious!
Shannon
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View video here: https://vimeo.com/872531017
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Transcript Summary: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tools-And-Techniques_-Curating-Content-Effectively-Coffee-Chat-Summary.pdf Chat box messages: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/meeting_saved_chat.pdf
Resources:
Mike Taylor’s C.U.R.A.T.E.D. Model for L&D Content Curation
Shannon Tipton’s Maximize Your Content: A Guide To Nine Curation Tools
Bublup collaboration app
Eagle tool for organizing design files
Books:
Content Curation: How to Avoid Information Overload by Steven Anderson
Curate This!: The Hands-On, How-To Guide To Content Curation by Steven Rosenbaum
Content Curation for Learning: Why It Matters, How to Do It Right, Tips Tools and Examples by Stephen Walsh and Steve Rayson
The Best Content Curation Practices by Timothy Murphy
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:28:55
Connecting Curation to Business
9/28/2023
It all started with the BIG question on the table.
What strategies does L&D need to consider to align curated content with business goals?
We’ve all seen the term “curation” used to describe the act of making generic content available either generally within the space of a social enterprise network such as Teams or Slack, or on a learning management platform.
However, without considering how the curated content impacts the people and the business, we’re doing the same thing we’ve always done – haphazardly throwing content to the wind with low engagement and, therefore, adding no real value to the business.
If we’re going to prove L&D value through curation efforts, then we can’t just keep doing the same thing only with a different name. We have to do more.
So, it was timely that Mike Taylors CURATED model burst unto to scene. We were able to incorporate his model into our discussion about connecting curation to business.
There was a lot to talk about and I hope you are able to take away key ideas to implement today.
Stay Curious!
Shannon
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View video here: https://vimeo.com/864909979
Download the full transcript here: https://otter.ai/u/sgM2CldMGl12OPhyNZYRSutys4s Transcript Summary: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Strategic-Curation_-How-Curation-Can-Help-Meet-The-Business-Needs-Transcript-Summary-1.pdf Chat box messages: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/meeting_saved_chat-2.pdf
Resources:
Mike Taylor’s The C.U.R.A.T.E.D. Model Can Help Anyone Master Content Curation
What is the 70:20:10 Model?
How To Read and Evaluate A Scientific Paper: A Guide for Non-Scientists
McKinsey Research
World Economic Forum Future of Jobs 2023 Report
Books:
How To Create a Learning and Development Strategy: Aligning L&D With the Organisation’s Priorities by Bola Owoade
Content Curating Guidebook: The Definitive Instruction Manual For Content Curators by Bruna McCall
Ready, Set, Curate: 8 Learning Experts Tell You How by Ben Betts and Allison Anderson
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:49:32
Learning Rebels Live with Mike Taylor
9/21/2023
Going LIVE with Curation Guru Mike Taylor!
We all have something in our backgrounds that silently informs how we act and what we do, and Mike is no different.
Mike’s journey
I was somewhat surprised, (but not really) to learn about Mike’s rich history in the IT space. His background in computer programming, IT and now cyber security clearly informs how he sees the internet. It developed his curious mindset around “what can the internet do for me” and setting up systems that allow him to find all the interesting bits from far-flung corners to share with all of us.
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Duration:00:39:07
The Skill of Creative Problem Solving: So What, Now What?
9/7/2023
It all started with the BIG question on the table. What are the important steps to prepare us and stakeholders for more creative thinking when it comes to learning solutions?
Note: Our previous coffee chat was different. The coffee chat crowd worked through a variety of creative problem solving techniques in break-out rooms and discussed their applicability. And because of this, we didn’t post the audio.
However, this week, we carried over the conversation and focused on the "So What, Now What?" behind our next steps.
Here’s the deal. We can't solve today's problems with yesterday's thinking. The world is simply evolving too quickly. As an L&D function, we must be more innovative and creative in how we treat learning solutions.
However, one man's creative thinking is another man's waste of time. So how do we get everyone on the same page? How can we get our teams and our stakeholders to buy into the idea of thinking creatively?
So today, we talked about the next steps to prepare us and stakeholders for more creative thinking. How do we get stakeholders on board with us, how can we put solid guard rails in place to host the most effective sessions, and what's the follow-up plan?
I hope you follow the conversation to the end - there will be many ideas shared, and I know you will be able to take at least one or two and begin using it today!
So, the big question on the table today is, "What is the ‘So What? Now What?’” and how can we get stakeholders onboard with more innovative thinking?
Stay Curious!
Shannon
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Resources:
Learning Rebels Creative Problem-Solving Blogs
Part 1 Using Creative Problem Solving To Craft Unique L&D Solutions
Part 2 Brainpower Bonanza: The Magic Of Groups In Creative Problem Solving
Rethink and Redesign: The Power of Creative Solving Podcast
Creative Education Foundation: https://www.creativeeducationfoundation.org/cpsi/
Books:
Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
The Creative Thinking Handbook: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Problem Solving in Business by Chris Griffiths, Melina Costi, and Caragh Medlicott
I Never Thought of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times by Monica Guzman
Fixed: How to Perfect the Fine Art of Problem Solving by Amy Herman
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:48:02
Rethink and Redesign: The Power of Creative Problem Solving
8/31/2023
It starts with a question: Why are we trying to tackle today’s problems with yesterday's thinking?
Don’t you want to create learning solutions that are more than just “tick a box?”
Don’t you want solutions that are tailored to fit the unique needs and aspirations of the people in your organization?
Sure you do, and collectively getting ideas from key people allows the best innovations to bubble to the top.
So why do we try to develop innovative solutions with traditional development practices?
Let’s face it - In the L&D industry, resistance to change and the adoption of Creative Problem Solving (CPS) techniques can often be traced back to a reliance on the “we’ve always done it that way” approach.
It’s time for a new approach - and I hope this episode inspires you to step out of the box and try new methods to gain more innovative ideas.
This solo podcast calls back to this Learning Rebels Blog Post: Brainpower Bonanza: The Magic Of Groups In Creative Problem Solving:
https://www.learningrebels.com/2023/08/24/brainpower-bonanza-the-magic-of-groups-in-creative-problem-solving/
Additional reading:
https://www.learningrebels.com/2023/08/17/using-creative-problem-solving-to-craft-unique-ld-solutions/https://www.liberatingstructures.com/ls-menuhttps://hbr.org/2018/03/better-brainstorminghttps://amzn.to/3Pjm5t9
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:18:02
Learning Rebels Live with Kevin Yates
8/23/2023
Going LIVE with Kevin Yates, the L&D Detective!
After getting to know Kevin over the past year, his passion for the industry and his community was contagious and I knew I had to share his story.
Kevin’s journey
I did not know that Kevin had been a second-grade teacher! Just when you think you know someone…
How can you walk away from this conversation and NOT feel inspired?
This is a hometown boy from the southside of Chicago who has never left his roots. He saw a path that led to his inner passions and didn't give up.
As Kevin admits, sometimes the work gets boring. But, this doesn't mean we have to throw in the towel - it's about the ongoing process of discovery. What can we find to ignite our passions?
He didn't seek to become the L&D detective, it found him through exploration and curiosity. I hope you found his journey motivating and inspiring!
Sit back and enjoy the ride.
All the Resources!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmyates/https://kevinmyates.com/https://mealsinthemeantime.org/
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Duration:00:42:03
Unleashing Creative Potential
8/16/2023
It all started with the BIG question on the table.
How can we tap into our inner business creativity more often?
When it comes to creativity, as L&D professionals, we often think about being creative in a meeting or a classroom, but how can we encourage creativity as a culture?
First, it means being aware of what is happening outside our own box, building relationships across departments, and providing the building blocks for creating a safe place to share creative ideas.
Second, it means in order for us to bring our creative best (as well as develop the creative best in others), we have to build connections first. Even the first spark of commonality creates a tentative bond where we are a little less afraid to share ideas.
So I hope this conversation sparked some ideas to help you connect and strengthen your creative tendencies.
Stay Curious!
Shannon
Video: https://vimeo.com/851729163/9ecc2e6625
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Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/_KO6ukeGZTaxUecDDrWpk1mGzwU?utm_source=copy_url
Transcript Summary: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Unleashing-Creative-Potential-Transcript-Summary.pdf
Chat Box: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Unleashing-Creative-Potential-Chat.pdf Resources:
QuickDraw with Google
Epstein Creativity Competencies Inventory for Individuals
Creative Person’s Hierarchy of Needs
Let Me Interrupt podcast
Books:
Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential within Us All by Tom Kelley & David Kelley
The Innovative Team: Unleashing Creative Potential for Breakthrough Results by Chris Grivas & Gerard J. Puccio
Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential by Tiago Forte
Creativity Begins With You: 31 Practical Workshops to Explore Your Creative Potential by Andy Neal & Dion Star
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:34:40
Learning Rebels Live with Don Becker
8/9/2023
Going LIVE with Don Becker!
Don first shared his expertise with the Learning Rebels Community while hosting a Learn Something New about gamification. It was then, I knew he had a story to tell - and boy did he!
Don’s journey
As Don has said - his journey to corporate L&D was a long and winding road. Filled with, as he called it, several gut punches and conversations with himself in the mirror.
His journey from being unable to get into Law school, to cold calling community colleges asking for a gig, to taking middle school science to new levels, all while being a single dad - is a story you have to hear. If you ever think that something isn’t possible - then you have to listen to Don’s story to feel re-energized and know that NOTHING is impossible
Sit back and enjoy the ride.
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LinkedIn: here:
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Duration:00:32:25
Educational Comics - A Special AMA with Dr. Kevin Thorn
8/2/2023
It all started with the BIG question on the table.
Can comics help L&D communicate complex concepts, promote critical thinking, and foster greater learner engagement?
Today we handed the microphone to Dr. Kevin Thorn as he answered all your burning questions about Educational Comics, from which types of comics are appropriate in a training situation to how reach across cultures with comics.
There’s much to consider before we even put pen to paper and start sketching educational comics. Many different details about character development, scene assessment and messaging - all to ensure that we are connecting people to the message, not subliminally creating disengagement through poor structure.
Educational Comics can be a powerful tool in your tool chest and Dr. Kevin helps us understand why.
Stay Curious!
Shannon
Find Kevin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinthorn/
Video: https://vimeo.com/843859334/06405777cc
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Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/72PBdv65cKtI_8YVKb123Ikmn8M?utm_source=copy_url
Transcript Summary: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Comics-Unleashed_-An-AMA-On-Educational-Comics-For-Adult-Learning-With-Kevin-Thorn-Transcript-Summary.pdf
Chat Box: https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/chat-3.pdf Resources:
Graphic Medicine.org (website using graphic designs for Medicine)
Graphic Storytelling and Visual Narrative by Will Eisner
Will Eisner - Comics and Sequential Art 1985
Books:
PS Magazine: The Best of the Preventive Maintenance Monthly by Will Eisner and Eddie Campbell
Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art by Scott McCloud
Making Comics: Storytelling Secrets of Comics, Manga and Graphic Novels by Scott McCloud
Reinventing Comics: The Evolution of an Art Form by Scott McCloud
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Host: Shannon Tipton
Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
Duration:00:53:11