Blog
This is a blog for anyone looking to transition to corporate Learning & Development. Posts include tips for a successful job search, explanations of basic instructional design concepts, and stories from my own career pivot.
When I decided to leave education and seek a corporate ID role, reading content by people in the field confirmed that I was on the right path. I hope to pay it forward and provide some insight into the job change process for others by documenting my experiences.
The PMP’s Relevance to L&D
The PMP is particularly useful for senior IDs and learning program managers.
Elements of Enablement
Although my focus at CSG is primarily customer education, I’ve done some internal enablement work recently and wanted to explore a few key differences.
My ATD “TD at Work” Guide
Exciting news! I wrote the March issue of ATD’s TD at Work guide, and it’s now available to the public.
Find a Niche in L&D
It’s good to have a wide range of skills in Learning and Development. It’s also good to have a specialty, or something you are known for.
Project vs. Program Management
You may have the opportunity to serve as a project or program manager, so I want to highlight some key differences and give an example of what each looks like.
Skills-Based Organizations
Roles and work assignments at a company are traditionally based on a job title, but many organizations are shifting to a skills-based approach.