In the inaugural episode of the Practitioner-Scholar, The Penn Chief Learning Officer Podcast, host Melissa Monti talks extensively with Dr. Keith Keating, Chief Learning and Talent Officer for BDO, a global consulting firm. Dr. Keating shares his challenging personal learning journey, having dropped out of formal schooling at 15 and subsequently recognizing the power of learning.

They discuss Dr. Keating's detailed insights on effective and strategic learning in the business sector. Dr. Keating emphasizes the role of technology, particularly artificial intelligence, in creating efficient learning frameworks. He also reflects on the shift from a transactional to a strategic approach in learning leadership. They address the talent gap issue in organizations and the need for skills development, retraining, and continued learning among workers. The conversation encompasses views on the value of lifelong learning, design thinking, and the role of learning leaders in alleviating job loss fears associated with AI.

The episode also deep-dives into Dr. Keating's cumulative work, "The Trusted Learning Advisor," which looks to redefine the perception of learning leaders in organizations today. The book caters to every L&D practitioner while emphasizing strategic and value-driven relationships.

You can connect with Dr. Keating on LinkedIn, or through his personal website

If you would like to learn more about the book, visit https://www.thetrustedlearningadvisor.com/

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