This session will explore the why, what, and how of Learning Escape Games. Why would we use an escape game vs any other learning experience? What in the world is a learning escape game? How do I build one (or at least where do I start?) We will play. We will chat. And you will escape this session.  

As a business leader, you know that people do business with, and refer business to, people they "know, like and trust". But you're frustrated because you don't have the customer growth or referrals to ignite your sales.   

Gamification can be a powerful tool to engage and motivate employees, but when used improperly, it can backfire—leading to burnout, unsustainable productivity, and even exploitation. In this webinar, learn the key mistakes to avoid when implementing gamification in your employee training programs. We'll explore how to ensure your gamification strategy promotes meaningful learning, rewards quality over speed, and respects employee well-being. Discover real-world examples and best practices to create an ethical and effective gamification plan that aligns with both employee motivation and business goals. Join us to learn how to use gamification to build a healthier, more productive workplace!  

Did you know that 81% of working professionals say their team is not operating anywhere near its full potential? If you’ve ever heard, "We can’t seem to make a decision," "No one will step up" and "We can’t seem to have a good, healthy debate," you are not alone.   

You want it this way; I want it that way. It’s been said that negotiation is the art of "letting the other side have your way." But just how skilled are we at practicing the day-to-day art of negotiation at work? Do you get sweaty palms just anticipating an interaction or blurt out a request that sounds strangely like a demand? Can you talk your way out of an impossible timeline or get that budget bump your unit desperately needs? Although there are times when we’d give just about anything to gain the upper hand on the job, what we say and how we say it can make or break us in the long run—and often, in the short run, too. As always, our communication skills are on the line.

There isn’t a manager on earth who doesn’t wish they could get more out of their people. Unfortunately, when it comes to motivating their teams, most managers tend to treat everyone the same. Why? Because it’s easy and it’s fair. They essentially turn into Oprah by proclaiming, "Everyone gets a gift card if we hit our goal!"

Although Quiet Quitting is all the rage, speaker/author Bob Kelleher first introduced the concept in his You Tube Video, Who's Sinking Your Boat (1.3 million views). In this dynamic and multimedia presentation, Bob shares studies that show that an individual's level of engagement or disengagement can be directly linked to a variety of factors:

Join us for a special episode of Learning from The Leading Edge as we explore the groundbreaking intersection of Extended Reality (XR) and Generative AI. Professors Karl Kapp, Tony O'Driscoll and David Metcalf will tackle the hottest questions in learning technology, moderated by Dr. Anders Gronstedt.

In this one-hour session, we'll dive deep into the world of AI voice technologies, exploring how these advancements are revolutionizing the creation of voiceovers, podcasts, and other vocal assets for learning. We'll examine the strategic implications of integrating AI voice into your L&D initiatives, discuss tactical approaches for implementation, and navigate the ethical considerations that arise when using synthetic voices. Through live demonstrations, you'll witness firsthand the capabilities and potential of these AI tools, gaining practical insights into how they can enhance your learning content and streamline production processes.

Do you use ADDIE or Agile Design in your work? Have you used ADKAR or Kotter’s 8-Step Model? Are these learning models designed for learning or change? For learning programs to drive demonstrable behavior change, L&D professionals can turn to approaches used by change management professionals. In turn, change management professionals increase their success when they borrow approaches form behavioral psychology and learning science. The fact that McKinsey & Co. report that over 70% of change efforts fail to deliver their intended outcomes suggests we have opportunities to improve our capability for learning and change. How can we bring these disciplines together to increase our chances of success? Research over the last 18 months by Larry Mohl at Rali has uncovered four validated change capabilities that are measurable and predictive of change initiative success. These capabilities are being used as part of Rali's Change Experience solution as they work with organizations. In this session you will have the opportunity to discuss these capabilities, review company use cases, and assess one of your own initiatives.

360 Feedback: Lessons from 30 Years in the Business

High Impact Evaluation: A Breakthrough Model to Drive Training Impact, Not Just Measure It

How AI Voice Is Changing Learning and Development

You stare at a blank screen, wondering what to write to your prospect. You've heard ChatGPT can simplify sales outreach, but all your past attempts created messages that obviously sounded like a bot. Your prospect would have known you used ChatGPT. Or maybe you've never tried because you don't have time to learn how to use the platform.  

PowerPoint Pro: New Solutions to 6 Common Problems

Communicating effectively with your audiences is not just an advantage—it’s an absolute necessity. But how do you ensure your content isn’t just another fleeting message in the crowd? How can you craft content that captures attention and motivates action and behavior change? In this session, you'll learn results from Dr. Simon’s recent neuroscience research that uncovers practical guidelines to capture and sustain your audiences’ attention. You'll dig into the scientific principles that convince people to look and learn.

Extraordinary Sales Results with Training that Really Works

This webinar is designed for sales professionals looking to leverage LinkedIn effectively to enhance their sales strategy and outreach. By transforming your LinkedIn profile from a mere resume into a compelling resource, you can attract and engage more meaningfully with potential buyers. Throughout this session, we'll explore practical strategies that go beyond basic networking, focusing on building relationships and establishing trust through valuedriven interactions.

Podcasts in Your Learning Solutions

The pace of change is skyrocketing, pushing the limits of even the most agile organizations. Today’s employees show increased symptoms of change fatigue and burnout. Their ability to cope with change is 50% of pre-pandemic levels and their willingness to support change has dropped from 74% to 38%. No matter the size, every change requires new learning. The reason 50-70% of change initiatives fail is that typical approaches to change training don't take into account human biology and that we are wired to resist change. This engaging session will cover the brain structures that are activated by change and how they drive higher levels of resistance and disengagement. Explore strategies that maximize the brain’s capacity to learn and embrace change. You’ll leave with new tools for creating training that accelerates adaptability and resilience across your organization.

Advanced AI Prompt Techniques for L&D Professionals

Leadership Training is Broken: What the Data Shows Needs to Change

Despite economic conditions, unemployment levels, or any other business factor imaginable, your best employees - the ones you need most - want one thing from you, plain and simple: to support their growth and development. Study after study confirms that development is the single most powerful tool managers have for driving engagement, retention, productivity, and results. Yet, learning leaders know that career development is frequently the thing that gets sidelined unless or until the organization demands that some form be submitted during regular review cycles.  

Leadership: Improving Staff Morale & Reducing Turnover with the 5 Languages of Appreciation