Best Talentdevelopment Podcasts (2024)

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From the Olympics to F1: How Project Teams are Making Events More Sustainable 31:02

13m ago31:02

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Project teams behind the biggest events must manage stakeholders and resources to deliver thrilling experiences. But there’s a growing focus on sustainability, too—making sure events mitigate negative impacts on the planet. We speak with project leaders making two major spectacles—the Paris Olympics and Formula 1’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix—more sustain…

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Repair Disconnected Workplace Relationships with Lola Gershfeld 54:15

1h ago54:15

54:15

Learn how to break up emotional disconnection and repair workplace relationships with organizational psychologist Lola Gershfeld, founder of EMC Leaders. Discover the evergreen importance of emotional intelligence, how to disrupt negative relationship patterns, and practical steps to build stronger connections within your team. We delve into buildi…

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How to Create a Culture of Innovation 31:20

2h ago31:20

31:20

A strong innovation culture can transform organizations—seeding a first-mover mindset that empowers teams to discover whole new ways of thinking. Guests discuss strategies to develop mindsets and create spaces where team members feel comfortable to explore, the project management office’s growing role to nurture new ideas, and how to ensure innovat…

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Eps 203 The Gamification Quest Podcast with Michiel Van Eunen 29:53

19d ago29:53

29:53

Ever wondered what goes into creating an immersive learning experience? Michiel Van Eunen, who launched our first GamiCon with an unforgettable escape room, shares his wisdom in this podcast. Catch him live at GamiConATX24 where he'll lead a can't-miss session on building engaging escape rooms for education…

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Eps 202 The Gamification Quest Podcast with An Coppens 30:55

2h ago30:55

30:55

Explore the world of gamification with An Coppens, CEO of Gamification Nation, in an interview conducted earlier this year as part of our annual GamiCon48V (the ONLY online conference for the gamification of adult learning). An shares decades of insights, offering advice to those just starting out in gamification and game-based learning. This glimp…

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Mentor and Mentee: How They Learn from One Another 22:18

1M ago22:18

22:18

There’s a generational shift in the workforce—and the newest members are bringing new ideas to mentorship. Our joint discussion with a mentor and mentee explores their experience and the shared benefits. The conversation includes strategies for discussing and setting career goals, the biggest lessons they’ve learned from one another, and how those …

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Think Beyond Typos: Quality-First with Hadiya Nuriddin 46:18

1M ago46:18

46:18

Hadiya Nuriddin is the CEO and founder of Duets Learning and author of the new release, Quality Management in Learning and Development. In this episode, Hadiya breaks down what quality management really is and the misconceptions around it. Go beyond the limited “review process” mentality of checking for typos and broken links and learn how to think…

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183: Performance Development 49:50

21d ago49:50

49:50

To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe at magicintheroom.com Every leader wants their team to perform at a high level, but this does not happen by accident. On today’s episode of Magic in the Room Hannah, Chris, and Luke talk about performance development, which includes one-on-ones, development plans, training, and anyth…

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Futureproof Your Skills in the Age of AI with Matt Beane 41:34

1M ago41:34

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Matt Beane is an assistant professor in the Technology Management Department at UC Santa Barbara and the author of the groundbreaking book, The Skill Code: How to Save Human Ability in an Age of Intelligent Machines. In this episode, we delve into leveraging technology and the "three Cs" of learning: Challenge, Complexity, and Connection. Matt also…

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How Startups Are Reimagining Agile 26:46

1M ago26:46

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Startups need to stay lean to deliver results in today’s stagnant global economy. As they reassess how to manage projects, startups are refining how they use agile. Guests discuss how their ways of working have evolved to meet the changing needs of their projects—and the marketplace—and how they’re finding opportunities to incorporate AI into agile…

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Embrace Constructive Conflict with Karin Hurt and David Dye 39:48

2M ago39:48

39:48

Karin Hurt and David Dye, CEO and President of Let’s Grow Leaders, join the podcast to discuss their newly released book, Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict: What to Say Next to De-stress the Workday, Build Collaboration, and Calm Difficult Customers. The duo shares practical communication techniques from their book to help start …

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Career Development: How Project Managers Can Thrive With AI 19:51

2M ago19:51

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Artificial intelligence is transforming how project managers work, helping them build schedules, analyze data and identify risks. So what skills and knowledge will help project professionals thrive in the AI era? Guests discuss practical ways to build AI acumen—and how marketing your AI expertise can deliver a career advantage. Key themes [00:50] A…

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182: Navigating Conflict 45:31

2M ago45:31

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To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe at magicintheroom.com In today’s Magic in the Room episode, Hannah, Luke, and Chris continue our series on the skills leaders need to build effective teams. Conflict is inevitable, so leaders must learn to navigate it effectively. The first step is to change how we think about confli…

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181: A New Approach to Gifting with guest John Ruhlin 40:08

2M ago40:08

40:08

Gifts are often used to build relationships in business, whether with clients, customers, or employees. But what if we have been doing gifting all wrong? In today’s episode of Magic in the Room, Chris and guest John Ruhlin discuss a new way to think about gifting. The bottom line is that gifts can be used to build long-lasting relationships, but no…

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How to Balance Technology and Well-Being in the Digital Age 18:54

2M ago18:54

18:54

Today’s tech-driven ways of working often mean more efficiency and flexibility. But all that hyperconnectivity can be a risk to the well-being of project teams. Guests flag the potential warning signs for digital burnout—and how they set boundaries. They also explain how project leaders can support teams to preserve a healthy relationship with work…

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How Credentialing Programs Create Career Paths with Katy Chandler 32:47

3M ago32:47

32:47

Katy Chandler, the VP of Talent Management at DuraServ, developed an internal credentialing program to train her industry’s frontline technicians more efficiently and effectively. Katy shares how the program evolved to become a talent recruiting and retention tool by creating a visible career path for both new and experienced employees. She reveals…

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What’s Next? Navigating Your Project Management Career 26:23

3M ago26:23

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A career in project management isn’t always linear. Some people gradually advance from one position to the next, while others come to the profession from a different career path altogether. Guests discuss the moves they’ve made, how they assess when they’re ready for a new role, what they’ve learned from opportunities that didn’t work out, and why …

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180: Effective Communication 45:24

2M ago45:24

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To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe at magicintheroom.com This week, on Magic in the Room, we discuss the next skill for leading teams: Effective communication. Often, leaders think they have communicated something by sending an email or mentioning it in a meeting, but the message has yet to be received. Join Hannah, C…

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Foster Team Alignment with Cortney Marchetti and Lindsey Levinsohn 36:32

3M ago36:32

36:32

Cortney Marchetti, HR Director at OverDrive, and Lindsey Levinsohn, Team Lead for OverDrive’s corporate market, join the podcast to discuss how digital libraries can enhance strategic alignment for organizations. Cortney and Lindsey break down the inherent value of creating alignment, on both small and large scales. They share stories and examples …

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Using Technology to Make a Positive Social Impact 28:53

3M ago28:53

28:53

Technology is helping project teams make a positive social impact—an accelerator for addressing everything from the effects of climate change to gender equality. Guests discuss how they’re using tech in two projects: One helps adolescent girls develop skills in STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts and math—to create future tech leaders and …

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Reframing the Skills Gap Craze with Bob Mosher 38:15

3M ago38:15

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In an era of technological disruption, the skill gaps craze continues to grow for many organizations. Bob Mosher, CEO of APPLY Synergies joins the podcast to offer an alternative way to think about skill building. In this episode of Accidental Trainer, Bob discusses how aligning on the definition of “skill” is a crucial first step, the undervalued …

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How Project Teams Are Building Climate-Resilient Infrastructure 29:00

4M ago29:00

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Building sustainable infrastructure doesn’t just protect people and the planet—it boosts the bottom line. Project teams must deliver assets that can withstand the extreme effects of climate change. Guests discuss the growing focus on climate-resilient infrastructure, how to manage stakeholders across project partners and communities, and which skil…

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Finding Connection During the Loneliness Crisis with Devin Hughes 41:25

4M ago41:25

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Global leaders agree that many people across the world are feeling the impact of a “loneliness epidemic.” Speaker, author and thought leader Devin Hughes discusses the state of human connection and how loneliness affects employee productivity on this episode of the Accidental Trainer Podcast. Devin offers solutions for leaders struggling to approac…

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179: Commitments and Accountability 39:48

4M ago39:48

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To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe at magicintheroom.com. Today, we continue our series on the skills needed to lead a team. We started with building trust in episode 178. In this Magic in the Room episode, Hannah, Chris, and Luke discuss a new skill: creating an environment of commitment and accountability. The core …

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Advancing Your Project Management Career in 2024 21:54

4M ago21:54

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Navigating change is nothing new for project professionals. And this year is no different. How can being flexible and resilient help them seize job opportunities—and deliver value for organizations? Guests in this roundtable discussion talk about sector-specific job trends, the must-have skills needed to navigate challenges and how AI is changing p…

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Unleash Your Authentic Voice with Elaine Lin Hering 41:37

4M ago41:37

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Elaine Lin Hering is a facilitator, communications coach, and author of the newly released Unlearning Silence. An expert on using your voice in the workplace, Elaine unpacks several major themes from her book, common challenges facing trainers, cultivating awareness around learned silence, and empowering others to speak up. Elaine offers practical …

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Support System: Empowering Project Professionals to Find Better Ways of Working 23:38

4M ago23:38

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In today’s ever-evolving project environment, project professionals need to be flex-ready problem solvers. But how do they learn to choose the right ways of working—or know when to anticipate the need to adapt to change? Guests discuss how they empower project professionals at their organizations to become strategic decision makers—whether it means…

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A Blueprint for High Impact Organizations with Greg Harmeyer 42:28

5M ago42:28

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Greg Harmeyer is the co-founder and CEO of TiER 1 Performance and the author of Impact with Love: Building Business for a Better World. On the podcast, Greg offers insight on how to shift an organization toward a modernized operating model, with the goal of intentionally creating a healthier work environment. Greg details how clarity, consistency, …

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Women in AI: Pursuing Project Careers in Tech 25:48

5M ago25:48

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There’s a glaring gender gap, in both artificial intelligence and project management. But as demand for AI talent surges, there’s an opportunity to close those gaps. Ahead of International Women’s Day, our guests discuss the gender gaps they’ve experienced in their careers in tech, how greater team diversity helps minimize algorithmic biases in AI …

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178: Building Trust 39:01

5M ago39:01

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To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe at magicintheroom.com In today's episode of Magic in the Room, we continue our series on leading a team with the foundational skill leaders must have: the ability to build trust. It may sound cliche, but trust is the foundation of a high-performing team. In fact, Luke and Hannah argu…

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Breaking Down Change Fatigue with Holly Burkett 39:39

5M ago39:39

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Holly Burkett is the principal consultant of HB Consulting and Evaluation Works, a performance consultancy in Northern California, and the author of Learning for the Long Run. She joins the podcast to discuss change fatigue, where it comes from, and how TD professionals can help organizations overcome common change fatigue challenges. Holly reframe…

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Level Up Your Project Management Career with Continuous Learning 28:40

6M ago28:40

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Continuous learning helps project professionals keep up with the skills they need to excel in the profession—but it has to be done strategically. Guests discuss how to create a flexible and durable continuous learning strategy, how to balance upskilling with day-to-day project and personal responsibilities, which skills they see as must-haves for p…

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Predicting L&D Trends on the Rise with Karl Kapp 53:19

6M ago53:19

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Dr. Karl Kapp is a well-published author, professor at Commonwealth University, and all-around expert on instructional design and technology application in the L&D field. On the podcast, he shares his yearly predictions for the industry and which trends he expects to be popularized. Karl also gives his personal method for finding the latest fads, t…

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177: Lead a Team 43:11

5M ago43:11

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To download the free guide that goes with this episode, subscribe at www.magicintheroom.com Welcome to Season 5 of Magic in the Room! In this episode, Hannah, Chris, and Luke introduce the topic we will focus on this year: Lead a Team. Everyone’s leadership journey starts with leading themselves, which was the topic of Season 4 of Magic in the Room…

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Low Stake Ways to Boost Learning Transfer with Katrina Kennedy 44:43

6M ago44:43

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Katrina Kennedy is a talented master trainer who’s been leading train-the-trainer for over 27 years. She joins the podcast to reveal how she puts evidence-based learning strategies into practice in her training programs. Katrina passionately shares practical examples and tools you can use to facilitate retrieval practice and reflection for your lea…

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Cultivating Curiosity with James Robilotta 46:36

6M ago46:36

46:36

Impassioned speaker and author of Leading Imperfectly, James Robilotta, shares how tapping into the power of curiosity can transform communities. James breaks down his framework for cultivating curiosity and reveals how starting with better questions will lead you to more authentic connection and loyalty at work and in your personal life. Tune in f…

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The Gamification Quest Podcast: StoriesWisdom.com 38:15

7M ago38:15

38:15

In this episode, we meet Pradeep U.N., a masterful weaver of narratives and gameplay, turning organizations into vibrant ecosystems where storytelling, gamification, and social learning converge to unlock a symphony of inclusion, innovation, and purpose. About Your Host: Monica Cornetti works with individuals and organizations like yours who want t…

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