Are you a passionate champion of talent development? Looking to stay up to date on the latest chapter news, industry insights and trends? ATD Houston's 'Train To Win' is a fun and informative podcast featuring leaders in the talent development field. Join us as we work together to bridge the gaps between thought leaders and professionals who are eager to grow their skills. We understand how important it is to stay ahead in the popularly evolving world of talent development, that’s why our…
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Artificial intelligence is changing workplace learning, but successful AI adoption is about much more than choosing the right tools. It requires leadership, strategy, and helping people adapt to new ways of working. In this episode of the Train to Win Podcast , ATD Houston volunteer Kaitlin Albertson sits down with Megan Torrance , founder of TorranceLearning and author of The AI Implementation…
What drives us to do our best work, and what happens when those internal engines run out of fuel? In this special episode, ATD Houston President-Elect Janeth Harrison sits down with Sharon Birkman , President and CEO of Birkman , a Gold Corporate Sponsor of our chapter. As Birkman celebrates a monumental 75th Anniversary this year, Sharon shares the rich history of an organization that…
"The Power of Three: Simplifying Success in a Loud World," explores how to combat information overload by embracing the "Rule of Three". Host Janeth Harrison (President-Elect of ATD Houston) and guest Alise Isbell (President of WriteWise Communications) discuss why humans are naturally wired to find comfort and stability in triads—from triangles and primary colors to story structures.
Join ATD Houston President-Elect Carol Jennings and Chapter Sponsor Joni Goodman on "Train to Win" as they explore unconventional paths to growth, courageous breakthroughs, building self-trust, the power of reflection, and the superpower of emotional intelligence in leadership, life, and love. Tune in to unlock your full potential!
In "The Two-Faced Two-Step" episode of the "Train to Win" podcast, host Carol Jennings and guest Alise Isbell unmask subtle workplace manipulation tactics. They explore behaviors like withholding information, playing dumb, and fake transparency, offering practical solutions for fostering healthier work environments. This episode equips listeners with strategies to identify and address manipulative…
ATD Houston's Elizbeth Agustin sits down with Kim Sawyer , host of the upcoming webinar designed for anyone ready to live life masterfully —no matter their career stage or life path. Kim introduces a powerful paradigm shift : what if you approached every moment of your life like an investor approaches their financial portfolio? His WOW! Program provides a step-by-step framework to help you make…
ATD Houston President Harriett Pritchett sits down with Tony Holmes, Director of People and Culture, Human Resources at Greater Houston United Way, to discuss the Community Impact drive that ATD Houston is hosting.
ATD Houston President-Elect Nannette Daugherty sits down with Alise Isbell, Owner of WriteWise Communications and ATD Houston Chapter Silver Sponsor to discuss toxic behavior in the workplace.
Welcome to another episode of the ATD Houston podcast! Today, Bruce sits down with two remarkable guests, Greg Harmeyer and Ben Wipperman from TiER1 Performance, a valued sponsor of the ATD Houston chapter. Greg and Ben, both seasoned experts in performance improvement and talent development, shed light on TiER1 Performance's cutting-edge solutions that are transforming organizations. They discuss…
Welcome to another episode of the ATD Houston podcast, where we bring you insights and interviews with thought leaders in the learning and development industry. Today, we shine the spotlight on one of our valued chapter sponsors with a special guest joining our host Bruce, David Davis, who is the President of Romar Learning Solutions, an ATD Houston chapter sponsor.
In this episode of the ATD Houston podcast, Bruce is joined by Dr. Jonathan Peters, an expert in gamification and learning design. Together, they dive into the exciting details of the upcoming ATD Houston gamification certification workshop. Dr. Peters shares insights on the benefits of gamification in training and previews what attendees can expect from the workshop, making this episode a…
Learning consultant Jay Clancy joins Bruce to discuss the upcoming webinar Consulting for Impact - Driving Results When You're Not In Charge, and help you establish and sustain an effective internal or external consulting function in the learning and development space.
Bruce chats with Mark Lassoff from a neighborhood Starbucks about his upcoming ATD Houston webinar and why graphics are crucial to visual learning. Register at https://tdhouston.org/event-5188978
In this episode, Bruce talks to Alise Isbell, Founder of WriteWise Communications and long-time ATD Houston Member, Chapter Leader and Sponsor. Write Wise Communications blends the art and science of business communication. We empower clients to transform ideas into clear messages. We use practical methods to design training materials on many topics and apply a turn-key approach to deliver a range…
Join the ATD Houston CPTD Study Group The Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) is a professional certification for TD professionals with at least five years of experience. It is broad and measures a professional’s knowledge and skill application across the breadth of talent development capabilities. Successful CPTDs report that the process of studying for their CPTD designation was…
ABOUT THE GUEST Debbie Richards, president of Creative Interactive Ideas, supports talent development clients with technology challenges. She updates her job knowledge by researching new technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities (such as speaking at learning conferences); and participating in professional organizations. Debbie was named one of the most…
The State of Talent Development: Today's Challenges, Tomorrow's Opportunities- General Meeting It’s that time of year again!. Organizations are reflecting on annual business goals and planning for the year ahead. Talent Development is no different. Teams are busy setting goals and securing the budget to deliver effective training programs that will enable their organizations to reach their…
Putting the FUN Back in Strategic Planning In-Person Meeting Does strategic planning give you nightmares? (Or have you never really sat down to actually do it?) All too often, we start strategic planning by looking forward. You will learn how to look back to make sure you’ve set the right foundation for a year of prosperity ahead. Plus, you’ll discover how to make strategic planning fun and leave…
Kent Nuttall – Author Untapped Value: The Power of Meaningful Competence Your relationship with an employer hinges on how your performance is evaluated. The ideas for this book began with a dysfunctional relationship, one in which my supervisors praised me as a department hero while delivering a “Meets Expectations” rating. Untapped Value shows you a better way to build and measure that…
Randstad RiseSmart partners with companies across the globe as they flex, adapt, and transform their businesses. Our innovative approach to talent mobility moves talent into, through, and out of organizations to generate greater growth, increased productivity, and future profitability. Podcast hosted by M. Bruce Abbott, Houston e-learning narrator
Are you an expert who speaks? Would you like to know more about how to use speaking to market your expertise, generate product and additional revenue streams? Are you open to receiving individual coaching and investing time, energy and some money in growing the speaking side of your business? Well, if you answered Yes to any of these, then Welcome. You are exactly in the right place.... at the…
The pace of change was already hard to keep up with before the pandemic. Now, in the new normal, the very survival of our organizations will depend on building capabilities to navigate a dizzying entanglement of economic, social, competitive, technological, political, and environmental issues. Organizations and the people in them are called to learn and adapt on an unprecedented scale. This…
Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Voice Actor, Houston
Take advantage of #ATDHOU #Membership month. Sign up today at tdhouston.org/membership Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Voice Actor, Houston
Kevin Thorn, Owner of NuggetHead Studios, LLC Kevin is an award-winning eLearning designer & developer, consultant, and owner of NuggetHead Studioz, LLC., a boutique custom design and development studio specializing in online learning experiences. After retiring from the U.S. Army, Kevin pursued a career in corporate IT and Training & Development. With his combined military and industry…
Hosted By M. Bruce Abbott - Voice Talent, Houston
Increase the success of a change initiative if you understand the organizational culture. This session will cover what approach you could take in determining if the organization is ready for a change and what themes or success factors promote or inhibit change. Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Male Voice Talent, Houston
Love it or hate it, we negotiate every day. Developing Negotiation Skills is critical for effective leadership, professional advancement and stakeholder communications. And *psst*, here's the not-so-secret secret: these skills work just as effectively in our personal lives too! Whether you want to ask for a raise, land a new deal, implement change or tackle a difficult conversation, understanding…
I’ve spent close to a decade now consumed with the career development industry. Since enrolling in graduate school near the end of 2008, I spent an astonishing amount of time in the pursuit of work in my specific field – resulting in minimal success. Over time, I gradually discovered that I wasn’t alone in this struggle, and have since dedicated my entire career to help people faced with the same…
It's finally going to happen! The 2020 ATD Houston Talent Development Virtual Conference and Expo is coming - October 27-28, 2020. Join Keynote Speaker Brandon Carson, and an ever growing list of presenters, including a fantastic closing keynote panel as we once again solidify that GREAT TALENT DEVELOPMENT IS FUTURE SUCCESS! View conference details including speakers, sponsorship, schedule and…
Nancy's team just launched CDR-U Coach - the first of its kind, virtual avatar coach that debriefs the in-depth CDR Assessment results and provides coaching tips and action planning. This A/I type experience is so personalized that no two users receive the same feedback. Now, individual coaching is scalable and can be extended to all levels of employees, assimilating veterans and even to college…
Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott, elearning narrator Houston
Kim Sawyer Executive and Enterprise Coach, Business Facilitator and Professional Speaker · Has over twenty years of diverse business experience; he has started businesses, led companies, and been involved in almost every aspect of a business enterprise. · Today owns and manages theWealthSource®, an executive and enterprise coaching firm. His mission is to coach and facilitate key business people,…
Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - elearning voice talent , Houston
Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - voiceover talent Houston
Learner Objectives: This webinar will offer you tips and suggestions that others have learned in advancing their careers but seldom have the opportunity to share with others. • How to maximize your impact on the business • Understanding who gets promoted and why • Recognizing the five keys in career development • Understanding perception, visibility, and influence • Putting career wisdom to work…
#LinkedIn is a powerful #networking tool. Learn to make the most out of it with these great tips from Teresa Jurgens-Kowal of Global NP Solutions @globalNP. Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - voice actor Houston
Networking isn’t just about passing out business cards at a social hour or business meeting. It is about developing relationships and connections with people in all areas of our work and life. Whether you are already a savvy charismatic networker or a quieter less outgoing person, you will find tips and techniques in this session to develop new relationships with people from all walks of life.…
General Meeting: Demystify Your Data: Data Can Tell Your Story February 11, 2020 5:30 PM United Way of Greater Houston - 50 Waugh Dr., Houston, TX 77007 Data is an essential element in the world of work. Yet often it’s not easy to measure the results of the work we do as learning and development professionals. The use of data in the classroom and in online learning can enhance the credibility of…
Data is a tool, and like any tool, it’s only as good as its user. So our team has put together three steps to get hands-on with your learning data and start using it to show business impact and drive decision making. Hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - male voice over actor, Houston
Research for the new ATD Capability Model revealed that to truly affect organizational outcomes, talent development professionals need more than business acumen. Hosted By M. Bruce Abbott - male voiceover actor, Houston
Here's what's happening this week with ATD Houston. Learn more at tdhouston.org. Hosted By M. Bruce Abbott - male voice actor , Houston
Talent development professionals are critical to ensuring organizational relevance and success. The CPLP or APTD credential is your opportunity to advance your own knowledge base and gain instant credibility in the organizations that you serve. Earning the credential can build and validate your skills, increase your earning potential, differentiate you in a competitive job market, broaden your…
Check all the great events happening with ATD Houston at tdhouston.org. From The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott
Experience Percipio, an intelligent online learning experience platform that delivers an immersive learning experience. It leverages highly engaging content, curated into over 500 learning paths (channels) that are continuously updated to ensure customers always have access to the latest information. Learn more about Percipio at https://www.skillsoft.com/platform-solution/percipio/ From The ATD…
Cara Silletto, MBA, works with organizations to reduce unnecessary employee turnover by bridging generational gaps and making managers more effective in their roles. Workforce Magazine named Cara a “Game Changer” and Recruiter.com named her in their “Top 10 Company Culture Experts to Watch.” Cara is the President & Chief Retention Officer of Crescendo Strategies, and is also the author of the 2018…
ATD Houston exists to support the learning community by providing educational resources, networking opportunities, and other support to professionals in our field. It connects you with colleagues in the Houston business community for networking and support. It is a resource to build relationships to business opportunities, job openings and best practices. Membership grants access to white papers,…
SpokenHere features a robust team of language experts and streamlined, turnkey workflow process ensures we can handle your project of any size and format in more than 220 languages. Learn more at Spoken-Here.com From The ATD Houston Podcast Studio hosted by M. Bruce Abbott - Houston elearning narrator
Increasing Meaning in Your Talent Development Career September 19, 2019 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Rice A Talent Management Like most (all?) of you, I've experienced thrilling jobs. Then there have been the times that I've only been working; times in which my job lacked the meaning I wanted. I felt disconnected. My experience, coupled with research, led to the development of a framework that helps you…
Join Nancy Parsons at the ATD Houston 2019 Talent Development Conference and Expo - in Houston, TX on Sept 19, 2019. Getting Succession Planning Right Using Assessments September 19, 2019 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Katy Boardroom Despite the best intentions and time invested, many of today’s leadership succession planning processes miss the mark. In fact, for decades studies consistently show that…
