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The pandemic has been a game-changer for the world of work and learning, pushing organizations to embrace remote and hybrid strategies
This disruption has helped us realize that Learning & Development can happen in multiple ways and need not be limited to traditional face-to-face training.
On this week’s episode of She Leads Now, I am joined by Sonya Overstreet. Tune in as we explore how L&D professionals can step up and bring their unique perspective and skillset to drive the business forward.
Sonya Overstreet is the North America Learning and Development Manager for Leadec and a Certified Performance Technologist. She has over 20 years of experience in engineering, performance improvement, and workplace learning. Sonya holds a Master of Science degree In Instructional Design And Performance Technology.
Throughout her career, Sonya managed the development of technical and leadership training within various industries. She has presented at conferences for the American Society for Engineering Education and the International Society for Performance Improvement. Her awards include Technology Rising Star 2017 from the Women of Color STEM Conference and the Excellence in Practices Operation 2016.
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of L&D professionals thinking of themselves as business leaders with L&D expertise, rather than just learning leaders.
- How to address the increased demand for upskilling present-day leaders and their approach to leadership.
- How developing programs to transfer knowledge and skills from retiring workers to new hires, such as retiree-part-time training programs can help organizations maintain their workforce.
Resources Mentioned:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soverstreet
Book Recommendations:
- Be More Strategic in Business: How to Win Through Stronger Leadership and Smarter Decisions (Strategic Leadership, Women in Business, Strategic Vision)
- Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
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