Listen "How L&D Teams Can Do More With Less In An Economic Downturn | L&D Disrupt Live | Episode 25"
Episode Synopsis
Between hiring freezes and high-profile redundancies, L&D has another opportunity to steer businesses through difficult times… IF we can work out where to add value and how to navigate tricky conversations.
This episode of L&D Disrupt Live helps you build the toolkit for success in this economic downturn.
From working out which problems need solving to identifying missing skills, and building content that tackles challenges preventing success in this crisis, Ajay Jacob and Kevin Alster shared some true L&D wisdom!
Running Order
0:00 Why the economic downturn is both a challenge and opportunity for L&D.
9:14 How can L&D work out where it’ll add value?
16:20 Prioritising your learning efforts and determining the right interventions.
25:07 L&D needs to be more considerate and careful right now.
35:17 Dealing with stakeholder push back on L&D’s value?
43:34 Audience question: Which metrics help L&D measure better?
54:12 Quick tips on creating human-centric learning content.
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