Axonify

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

On the Thursday morning of the event, I facilitated a discussion with about 100 people on the potential for adaptive learning to increase the overall value of employee development. For example, one key to an effective adaptive learning environment is an evolved role for the teacher. Pretty much everyone raised their hand.

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Axonify

JANUARY 6, 2017

L&D will have a new role and create many disruptions. Almost every profession is advancing faster than ever, and even employees in sales, service, and operational roles need regular updates on programs, processes, and core skills to stay productive and grow. This new role has created many disruptions for L&D.

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Axonify

JUNE 23, 2017

This week’s webinar featured two high-powered speakers, Dani Johnson, Vice President Learning and Development Research at Bersin by Deloitte and Axonify CEO Carol Leaman. Organizations at the highest level, Level 4, use all available data to inform employee development and focus on using data to determine appropriate risks.

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Axonify

APRIL 5, 2017

Many business stakeholders don’t even know they have a Learning Management System (LMS), let alone understand the role it plays within their organization. This is because the LMS is an L&D tool and doesn’t play an important role in daily business operations.

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Axonify

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Resulting insights shape everything from product development to marketing strategies. My industry peer, Melissa Daimler , recently transitioned from her role as Head of Learning at Twitter to become SVP of Talent with WeWork , an organization that provides communal working and living spaces. Pexels.com.

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Axonify

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

L&D (learning and development) jobs tend to require additional, creative explanations because—unfortunately—not everyone knows that corporate learning is a profession. While this can be true for most L&D roles, titles like “project manager” and “trainer” are a bit more obvious. YOU: “Well …”. by Christoforos Pappas.

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Axonify

OCTOBER 20, 2017

The critical role managers play in an effective onboarding experience. As we mentioned in an earlier post, L&D (learning and development) doesn’t own onboarding. People are always being hired or transferred into new roles, and their support needs don’t stop once they transition into the operation.

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Axonify

MARCH 24, 2017

Regrettably, questions are often relegated to post-training tests that are hastily developed at the last minute. The most recent episode of Connie Malamed’s eLearning Coach Podcast got me thinking about question development in the first place. Many L&D pros just don’t realize how difficult it is to write a good question.

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Axonify

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Resulting insights shape everything from product development to marketing strategies. My industry peer, Melissa Daimler , recently transitioned from her role as Head of Learning at Twitter to become SVP of Talent with WeWork , an organization that provides communal working and living spaces. Pexels.com.

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Axonify

JUNE 16, 2017

Here are a few concepts you must keep in mind as you develop your L&D team’s ability to support a growing omni-channel strategy: Channel Awareness. As channels begin to blur and services such as Amazon Fresh change the way people buy and receive products, employees must also develop new skills.

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Axonify

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Tech trends come and go, but L&D (learning and development) professionals have to know how to cut through the noise. Developing the L&D function 4.5%. Keeping a pulse on the next big thing is crucial for steering company time and resources in the right direction. Every year since 2014, Don H. Microlearning 7.84%. Video 4.35%.

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Axonify

AUGUST 21, 2015

From a business standpoint, it’s relatively easy to invest millions of dollars into the development of a new widget that promises to increase profitability. Developing the UPS Mindset. Learning and development folks need to be more than just educators; they need to take on the role of “data scientist.”

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Axonify

AUGUST 21, 2015

From a business standpoint, it’s relatively easy to invest millions of dollars into the development of a new widget that promises to increase profitability. Developing the UPS Mindset. Learning and development folks need to be more than just educators; they need to take on the role of “data scientist.”

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Axonify

DECEMBER 11, 2015

According to Bersin by Deloitte , the modern employee only has 1% of their workweek (~5 mins a day, based on a 40-hour workweek), to devote to training and development. Let’s suppose you and I sit in a training session that has been personalized to our roles within the organization. That’s a good start right?

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Axonify

MARCH 24, 2017

Regrettably, questions are often relegated to post-training tests that are hastily developed at the last minute. The most recent episode of Connie Malamed’s eLearning Coach Podcast got me thinking about question development in the first place. Many L&D pros just don’t realize how difficult it is to write a good question.

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Axonify

JUNE 9, 2017

Focusing on critical topics will reduce the overall volume of information an employee must consume and ensure the right capabilities are developed from the beginning. Everyone develops at different speeds. To do that, they must decide what knowledge and skills are absolutely required before an employee can enter the operation.

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Axonify

JUNE 12, 2015

Yet, historically, technological advancements have not transformed learning and development. Technology is beginning to change how workers learn and receive the support they need to perform their roles. The time is now for radical disruption in the learning and development space. Transportation with the introduction of Uber.

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Axonify

JUNE 14, 2016

In addition to popularizing their five moments of need , they advocate for expanding the role of L&D to include providing the resources employees need to do their jobs within two clicks and ten seconds. Not only will this save development and delivery time, but it will also add value to these training opportunities for participants.

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Axonify

JUNE 14, 2016

In addition to popularizing their five moments of need , they advocate for expanding the role of L&D to include providing the resources employees need to do their jobs within two clicks and ten seconds. Not only will this save development and delivery time, but it will also add value to these training opportunities for participants.

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Axonify

MAY 22, 2015

In each session, I was surrounded with intelligent professionals from across the globe—experts in training and development. These people are incredibly passionate about their roles and want to make a difference. I felt like a fish out of the water, to say the least.

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Axonify

DECEMBER 11, 2015

According to Bersin by Deloitte , the modern employee only has 1% of their workweek (~5 mins a day, based on a 40-hour workweek), to devote to training and development. Let’s suppose you and I sit in a training session that has been personalized to our roles within the organization. That’s a good start right?

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Axonify

DECEMBER 11, 2015

According to Bersin by Deloitte , the modern employee only has 1% of their workweek (~5 mins a day, based on a 40-hour workweek), to devote to training and development. Let’s suppose you and I sit in a training session that has been personalized to our roles within the organization. That’s a good start right?

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microlearning Gamification Issue Methods 100

Axonify

APRIL 10, 2015

Developing a business plan can clearly demonstrate where gamification fits into your learning strategy, and why it should be there. People in different roles may value different game mechanics. Walmart wanted to reduce safety incidents by 5%, but in reality, they ended up reducing them by 54%. Take-away #2: Build Your Business Case.

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Axonify

JUNE 5, 2015

While EPSS may be a somewhat new business concept, all T&D professionals should at least know what’s behind the door: what it is, how it’s developing, and how it can contribute strategic value to the organization. . Open the Door. Knowledge at the time of need. Employees can also search for specific knowledge at the point of need.

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Axonify

MAY 27, 2016

While sessions on an array of topics were well-attended, much of the chatter centered on formal training concepts, including eLearning authoring software, PowerPoint, leadership development and instructional design. Formal training tactics are and will continue to be an important part of workplace learning. What do you think?

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Axonify

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

minutes a day) to devote to training and development. Given the rapidly evolving business word they’ve inherited, most modern learners have their hands full with deadlines, rapidly shifting roles and responsibilities and almost constant interruption. Today’s learners only have 1% of a typical workweek (approx.

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Axonify

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

minutes a day) to devote to training and development. Given the rapidly evolving business word they’ve inherited, most modern learners have their hands full with deadlines, rapidly shifting roles and responsibilities and almost constant interruption. Today’s learners only have 1% of a typical workweek (approx.

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Axonify

OCTOBER 2, 2015

Mosher’s treatment of contextual information that is personalized to the specific roles of the learner and easily accessible defied conventional wisdom and really brought home the importance of not just “teaching stuff” but prioritizing critical (actionable), rather than important knowledge.

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Axonify

OCTOBER 2, 2015

Mosher’s treatment of contextual information that is personalized to the specific roles of the learner and easily accessible defied conventional wisdom and really brought home the importance of not just “teaching stuff” but prioritizing critical (actionable), rather than important knowledge.

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Conference Community Knowledge Embed 100

Axonify

APRIL 5, 2017

Many business stakeholders don’t even know they have a Learning Management System (LMS), let alone understand the role it plays within their organization. This is because the LMS is an L&D tool and doesn’t play an important role in daily business operations. Speak the same language as the CEO. Click to Tweet.

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Axonify

MAY 27, 2016

While sessions on an array of topics were well-attended, much of the chatter centered on formal training concepts, including eLearning authoring software, PowerPoint, leadership development and instructional design. Formal training tactics are and will continue to be an important part of workplace learning. What do you think?

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Authoring Tools Performance Support LMS eLearning Guild 100

Axonify

MARCH 2, 2018

To develop a multi-dimensional data profile for your employees, JD suggests capturing six key areas of data to provide a more holistic, meaningful picture of the employee. An employee’s past experiences also play an important role in shaping their performance. 6 key employee data points to build an adaptive learning experience.

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Axonify

MAY 1, 2015

Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, consider creating sessions that are tailored to the needs of specific individuals and their roles within the organization to increase overall comprehension and memorability. This definitely requires more effort, but the payoff will be greater in the long run.

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Axonify

MAY 9, 2017

If that picture failed to, at least, somewhat match reality, I would have had a problem engaging in my role. But, even if L&D doesn’t own the entire process, the L&D team is in a position to play a central organizing role, especially in this early part of the story. No, we don’t all work for Apple. Match Facade and Reality.

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Axonify

JANUARY 26, 2018

My goal is to provide specific, achievable ideas you can use this year to evolve your L&D (learning and development) practices for the better. What one topic or skill should an L&D professional (regardless of role) focus on, in order to deliver the best possible support experience for their audiences this year?

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Axonify

MAY 9, 2017

If that picture failed to, at least, somewhat match reality, I would have had a problem engaging in my role. But, even if L&D doesn’t own the entire process, the L&D team is in a position to play a central organizing role, especially in this early part of the story. No, we don’t all work for Apple. Match Facade and Reality.

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Axonify

AUGUST 18, 2017

Like any other function, learning and development (L&D) must assess the impact technology is having on its role within the workplace. What tools play a role in digital learning? The working world is finally realizing that technology isn’t just a bolt-on. But what does “digital learning” mean? by David Kelly. by JD Dillon.

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