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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Leadership with Ahli Moore

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In this episode we dive into the often-contentious topic of DEI training and how it affects training, leadership, and company culture. We discuss how the year 2020 changed the focus on DEI training, and if this change was a lasting change, or just a flash in the pan. We also go talk about what role […]

DEI in Leadership

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At my company X-Factor Solutions, we’re often asked about the intersection of topics on which we focus. I love it.  In fact, when I founded the company, the “X” in X-Factor was always intended to be a visual representation of the intersection and connection between multiple professional and personal success factors… a reminder to investigate […]

Leadership and Delegation Styles with Dr. Don Azevedo

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We start this season off by talking about the different types of leadership delegation styles, and to help us out we have Dr. Don Azevedo. We will discuss leaders that delegate too much and affect their employees work life balance, and can ruin their team dynamics, and we also discuss leaders that do not delegate […]

Delegation Is Not a Four Letter Word

Throughout my career, I have worked for a few different managers/supervisors and each one had their own style of leadership —some good and some not so good. These differences tended to shape not only how those leaders interacted with their employees, but also how they lived their lives outside of work. The term work-life balance […]

6 Ways to Use Videos Effectively in eLearning

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then consider a video priceless. Videos have become a hallmark trait of training. This is because when we’re seeing, hearing, and sometimes even doing a task, we’re more likely to retain the information versus when just seeing text on a page. In fact, studies have shown that […]

Leadership Training

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In this episode we discuss leadership training, what it is and what it should be. We talk about training existing leaders, new leaders, and even those of us that want to be leaders in the future. We also discuss the impact that COVID had on the workplace, and the interactions between generations in the workplace […]

Leadership Skills You Can’t Afford to Miss

Being a leader in today’s workplace is not easy. You must balance an ever-changing marketplace of ideas and policies with the way things have always been done in your company; and most of the time, those two things do not line up. Often, your evaluation is based not just on your performance, but also on […]

Neurodivergent Individuals and Training with Whitney Sukonick

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In this episode we have a guest speaker, Whitney Luffman from the Autism Society of North Carolina. We will be discussing how we as learning professionals can help and support neurodivergent employees when designing and delivering training. We will also go over what type of support these individuals get through their early education, and how […]

The Forgotten Learner

Onboarding and role training for jobs in corporate America can look different based on the company you are working for, the culture of the company, how much money they invest in training, etc. But one thing is usually consistent across the board – the training you are completing was designed for the neurotypical learner. Sure, […]

Creating Your Own Animated GIF

GIFs are an often overlooked but impactful tool that can spice up your visual designs. And make your elearning courses stand out. Need a crash car dummy to show the impact of unsafe practices? Or a quick representation of a story you’re telling? Most people know what GIFs are, but few take full advantage of their versatility […]

Corporate Personality Tests with Dr. Emory Daniel

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In this episode we have a guest speaker, associate professor Dr. Emory Daniel, and we discuss corporate personality tests.  If you have been in corporate America for long enough you have taken one of these tests, they claim to provide you with a deep dive into your own working habits and personality, but do they […]

Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP) Webinar

This webinar provides a comprehensive understanding of HSRP, including its principles and operation. You will learn how to effectively configure HSRP devices, understand the role of priorities in HSRP, and become proficient in troubleshooting common scenarios related to HSRP.