In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Michael Watkins. Michael is the co-founder of Genesis Advisers and the best-selling author of The First 90 Days and The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking. He is Professor of Leadership and Organizational Change at the IMD Business School in Switzerland and previously served on the faculty at INSEAD and Harvard University, where he earned his PhD in Decision Sciences. In this episode, Michael discusses the six disciplines that separate the great leader from the good one and shares strategies and practical tools used by some of today’s most successful first-time CEOs and new business leaders.

If you’d like to learn more about Michael, visit his company’s website.

Additional resources mentioned by Michael:

10 Ways to Prove You Are a Strategic Thinker – Harvard Business Review article on communicating like a strategic thinker.

A Strategic Thinker’s Daily Workout – a mental fitness routine of games you can play every day.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org.

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Jodi Glickman. Jodi, the CEO and founder of Great on the Job, is passionate about developing leaders both seasoned executives and next generation talent. Jodi has appeared on the TEDx stage (Why You Should Stop Looking for Work You Love), she is the author of the critically acclaimed book Great on the Job, and she is a writer for the Harvard Business Review. In this episode, Jodi discusses practical tips that will help you make genuine connections and network like a pro.

If you’d like to learn more about Jodi, visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org.

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Jeff Gothelf. Jeff helps organizations build better products and executives build the cultures that build better products. He is the co-author of Sense and Respond, Lean UX and Lean vs Agile vs Design Thinking. His most recent book is called Forever Employable: How to stop looking for work and let your next job find you. In this episode, Jeff discusses what Lean UX is and shares how training professionals can leverage it to focus on learner experience rather than deliverables.

If you’d like to learn more about Jeff, visit his website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org.

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Kandi Wiens. Dr. Wiens is a Senior Fellow at The University of Pennsylvania, and is an alum of the PennCLO Executive Doctoral Program. Her research focuses on how leaders in high-stress professions or roles use their emotional intelligence to protect themselves from burnout. She has written extensively for Harvard Business Review and is the author of the forthcoming book Burnout Immunity: Use Your Emotional Intelligence to Develop Resilience and Heal from Work (HarperCollins, 2024). In this episode, Kandi shares strategies that will help you develop your emotional intelligence, avoid burnout before it strikes, and enjoy happier relationships with work.

If you’d like to learn more about Kandi, visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org.

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Liza Wisner. Liza is an award-winning television personality and the founder of PowerUp.org, whose mission is to bridge the divide and provide opportunities where everyone rises up. She is a diversity, equity, and inclusion talent development expert, workforce optimization keynote speaker, and was a top three finalist on the television show, “The Apprentice” on NBC. In this episode, Liza discusses the importance of embracing inclusive learning and shares the strategies needed to become a hero of inclusive learning practices.

If you’d like to learn more about Liza, visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org.

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Bob Mosher. Bob, the chief learning evangelist at APPLY Synergies, has been an active and influential leader in the learning and training industry for over 40 years, and is renowned worldwide for his pioneering role in eLearning and new approaches to learning. He is an influential voice in the IT training industry, speaking at conferences and participating in industry associations. In this episode, Bob explains the 5 Moments of Need framework and discusses how it can revolutionize your organization’s approach to employee development, boost workforce productivity, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

If you’d like to learn more about Bob, visit his company’s website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org.

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Kelly Jones and Jody Lumsden. Kelly is a researcher, leader, consultant, and problem solver with expertise in building solutions that help people and organizations learn. Jody is a consultant, speaker, and facilitator with expertise developing and implementing strategy and data-driven performance metrics in the areas of adult and workplace learning, curriculum planning, change management, and leadership coaching. Kelly and Jody are the authors of the ATD’s Needs Assessment on a Shoestring book. In this episode, Kelly and Jody discuss how to build a needs assessment strategy, gather insight through data analysis, and put forward effective solution recommendations.

If you’d like to learn more about Kelly, checkout her LinkedIn profile. To learn more about Jody, visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org.

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Josh Cavalier. Josh has been creating learning solutions for corporations, government agencies, and secondary education institutions for nearly thirty years. He is an expert in the field of Learning & Development and has applied his industry experience to the application of ChatGPT and other Generative AI frameworks for business and life skills. In this episode, Josh discusses potential applications of ChatGPT in learning and development and shares tips on how to produce engaging content using ChatGPT to enhance your L&D strategies.

If you’d like to learn more about Josh, visit his website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org.

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges