EdUp EdTech, hosted by Holly Owens

In this engaging conversation, Holly Owens and Chelsea Maude Avirett discuss the evolving landscape of learning and development, particularly focusing on the interview process and job searching strategies. Holly shares her journey from teaching to instructional design, highlighting the importance of resources for job seekers. They explore trends in interviews, the impact of AI, and the differences between corporate and higher education interviews. Networking strategies and the significance of confidence in job searching are emphasized, encouraging listeners to value their experiences and create opportunities for themselves.

Connect with Chelsea + Access Her Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠Skip

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chelsea on Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠

Connect with Holly + Access Her Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠Holly's Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠

• ⁠Holly's "Interview Pocket Guide"⁠

• ⁠Holly's "Unlock Your L&D Career:  The Ultimate Resource Guide"⁠

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Holly on Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠

Grab your official EdUp L&D merch here:

• ⁠⁠L&D Store Link⁠

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Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡

In this “Ask Holly” edition of the EdUp Learning and Development podcast, Holly Owens shares her personal journey and insights on navigating career transitions, particularly for those moving into learning and development roles. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's direction, taking actionable steps, and building a portfolio. Holly also discusses the significance of community engagement and maintaining a positive mindset while overcoming challenges like imposter syndrome. The episode concludes with practical advice on how to approach job searching and professional growth.

Ask Holly

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit Your Questions Here⁠

Connect with Holly + Access Her Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠Holly's Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠

• ⁠Holly's "Interview Pocket Guide"⁠

• ⁠Holly's "Unlock Your L&D Career:  The Ultimate Resource Guide"⁠

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Holly on Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠

Grab your official EdUp L&D merch here:

• ⁠⁠L&D Store Link⁠

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Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates

In this episode, Holly Owens interviews Ashley Lonie, CEO and founder of Teamed. They discuss Ashley's journey from being a teacher to leading a platform that connects professionals in learning and development with job opportunities. The conversation covers the importance of understanding career paths in L&D, the significance of bridge jobs, the dynamics of the job market, and how to leverage AI in job searches. They also emphasize the need for upskilling, building a strong portfolio, and the value of community connections in navigating the professional landscape.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

• Teamed
• Teamed Job Board

Guest Contact Information:

• ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠

Connect with Holly + Access Her Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Holly's Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠Holly's "Interview Pocket Guide"⁠⁠⁠

• ⁠⁠⁠Holly's "Unlock Your L&D Career:  The Ultimate Resource Guide"⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Holly on Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Grab your official EdUp L&D merch here:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠L&D Store Link⁠⁠

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Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡

In this episode of EdUp L&D, host Holly Owens speaks with Rebecca Barnes, the program director for the business management and leadership degree program at Bellevue University. They discuss Rebecca's transition from a business background to education, the integration of AI in learning, and the unique needs of adult learners. The conversation highlights the importance of flexibility in education, the use of technology and tools, and the power of storytelling in making learning engaging. Rebecca also shares insights on innovative learning approaches and offers advice for aspiring educators.

Guest Contact Information:

• ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠

Connect with Holly + Access Her Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Holly's Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Holly's "Interview Pocket Guide"⁠⁠

• ⁠⁠Holly's "Unlock Your L&D Career:  The Ultimate Resource Guide"⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Holly on Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Grab your official EdUp L&D merch here:

• ⁠⁠⁠L&D Store Link⁠

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Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡

In this episode of Ask Holly, host Holly Owens dives deep into the essential strategies for standing out in the Learning and Development (L&D) field. She discusses the importance of crafting a compelling portfolio and resume, emphasizing storytelling and impact over mere tasks. Holly also shares insights on how to excel in interviews by showcasing authenticity and personal narratives. The episode concludes with a recap of key points and a bonus tip for leveraging video recommendations to enhance job applications.

Ask Holly

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit Your Questions Here⁠

Connect with Holly + Access Her Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠Holly's Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠Holly's "Interview Pocket Guide"⁠

• ⁠Holly's "Unlock Your L&D Career:  The Ultimate Resource Guide"⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Holly on Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠

Grab your official EdUp L&D merch here:

• ⁠⁠L&D Store Link⁠

___________________________________

Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡

In this episode of EdUp L&D, Holly Owens introduces a new segment called 'Ask Holly,' where she addresses common questions about breaking into the learning and development field. She emphasizes the importance of standing out in a competitive job market and provides actionable advice on how to communicate one's value effectively. Holly suggests incorporating video or audio introductions in job applications to create a more personal connection with potential employers. She also teases future episodes that will delve deeper into strategies for career advancement and offers resources for listeners.

Ask Holly

• ⁠⁠⁠Submit Your Questions Here

Connect with Holly + Access Her Resources:

• ⁠⁠Holly's Coaching Services⁠⁠
• Holly's "Interview Pocket Guide"

• Holly's "Unlock Your L&D Career:  The Ultimate Resource Guide"
• ⁠⁠⁠Holly on Linkedin⁠⁠⁠

Grab your official EdUp L&D merch here:

• ⁠L&D Store Link

___________________________________

Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡

In this episode of EdUp L&D, Holly Owens interviews Andy Shean, the Chief Learning Officer of Penn Foster Group. They discuss the transformative power of technology in education, the need for reimagining traditional educational pathways, and how Penn Foster is making education accessible and career-aligned for working adults. The conversation also delves into the role of AI in education and offers valuable advice for aspiring learning and development professionals

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• ⁠Penn Foster Group

Guest Contact Information:

• ⁠LinkedIn⁠

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Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡

In this episode of EdUp L&D, host Holly Owens interviews Dr. Jennifer Berry, CEO of SmartLab, who shares her inspiring journey from professional dance to leading a STEM education organization. Dr. Berry discusses the importance of STEM identity in learners, SmartLab's mission to create engaging learning environments, and how they prepare students for a future influenced by AI. She also offers valuable advice for aspiring leaders and CEOs, emphasizing curiosity, learning without expectations, and staying rooted in one's values.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• ⁠SmartLab

Guest Contact Information:

• ⁠LinkedIn⁠

___________________________________

Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡

Thanks for tuning in! 🎧

In this episode, Holly Owens explores the intersection of Learning and Development (L&D) with the engaging experiences offered by Disney and Taylor Swift. She emphasizes the importance of creating loyal learners by designing immersive and emotionally connected learning experiences. By drawing parallels between the fandoms of Disney and Taylor Swift, Holly discusses how storytelling, community building, and authenticity can enhance learner engagement and retention. The episode encourages instructional designers to think creatively about their courses, making them more than just checklist items, and to foster a sense of belonging among learners.

Get some Swiftie-inspired L&D podcast merch:

• In My Instructional Design Era
• In My E-Learning Era
• Holly's Version

Connect with Holly:

• Holly on Linkedin
• Holly's Coaching Services

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Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions

🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iSpring Learning Exchange Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.

Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡