Performance Matters Podcast

Most of us have been in a situation where we felt cornered, or defensive, or misunderstood in some way, and in the moment it almost felt like we were taken over by an evil twin. We watched ourselves react in… Read more › The post Episode #50 | Overcoming Emotional Hijacking appeared first on GP Strategies.

The importance of effective change management tactics and communication cannot be overstated. It has always been the life blood for any change, but now with the majority of executives, stakeholders, project teams, and employees working remotely, it is even more… Read more › The post Episode #49 | Communications Management appeared first on GP Strategies.

It is difficult to understand change impacts in a world where many employees are working remotely and it’s not as easy to directly understand how disruptive a change initiative is when you’re not on site and observing firsthand how people… Read more › The post Episode #48 | Understanding Change Impacts in a Virtual World appeared first on GP Strategies.

The role of sponsorship in a virtual setting might feel daunting for many leaders. Can you be an influential sponsor when you’re not face-to-face? Is it possible to advocate, coach others, and effectively recognize and manage resistance in a virtual… Read more › The post Episode #47 | Effective Change Sponsorship in the New Normal appeared first on GP Strategies.

When organizations rushed to a virtual work environment overnight due to the pandemic, many were forced to carry on, business as UNusual, in Zoom or Teams with no plan or strategy. But once people started to tire of figuring out… Read more › The post Episode #46 | FACE the Future: Learning Strategies for the New Normal appeared first on GP Strategies.

A lot of us are working from home lately and it’s great for getting a head start on that pile of laundry and cutting out the commute time. But what about on the workfront? Working from home can quickly become… Read more › The post Episode #45 | Creating Connection in Blended Teams appeared first on GP Strategies.

Your organization needs a new learning solution, and you found the right platform. You’ve crossed off some major milestones from your to-do list: Get initial buy-in and secure funding Write up an SOW Start the design process Identify stakeholders and… Read more › The post Episode #44 | Modern Learning Technologies: Implementing for Success appeared first on GP Strategies.

Research shows that we make about 35,000 decisions every single day, from the pants you’ll wear to how you’ll word that email. Amidst the sea of decisions we have to make, having a ton of options makes the experience even… Read more › The post Episode #43 | Modern Learning Technologies: The Art of the Possible appeared first on GP Strategies.

Many organizations have equipment they rely on, day-in and day-out, hour-to-hour, minute-to-minute. Any downtime could prove costly and maybe even disastrous. Maintenance and care for these assets is vital to keeping the health and ability for them to perform at… Read more › The post Episode #42 | Building a Technical Workforce to Achieve Asset Performance Management... appeared first on GP Strategies.

Whether you’re a technophile who seeks out every new gadget out there or a Luddite who fiercely opposes them, the fact that technology is changing the way we live and work is undeniable. This is especially true for careers in… Read more › The post Episode #41 | The Future L&D Career: How technology is shaping the... appeared first on GP Strategies.

When most of us hear the term “augmented reality” or “virtual reality”, we imagine someone wearing VR goggles being transported to another world or someone trying to catch invisible creatures with their phones. Immersive reality might seem like sheer entertainment,… Read more › The post Episode #40 | AR is Not Just for Gamers: Immersive Learning for... appeared first on GP Strategies.

Picture this. Your organization is getting a new application to replace the one you are using today. Did you roll your eyes and say “Oh, brother,” or were you curious to learn more, maybe even excited? Believe it or not,… Read more › The post Episode #39 | Change Management Needs to Change: Challenging the Model of... appeared first on GP Strategies.

You’re on a website and you have a question. You’ve scrolled through the FAQs, but you still can’t find your answer. That’s when something pops up in the corner of your screen that says “Hello! Can I help you with… Read more › The post Episode #38 | Chatbots in Learning: Enhancing the Learning Experience with Digital... appeared first on GP Strategies.

When organizations curate learning experiences they tend to lean towards aggregating content. Matt Donovan, Chief Learning and Innovation Officer and Cara Halter, Director, Digital Learning Strategy and Solutions, join the podcast to help listeners go beyond off the shelf content… Read more › The post Episode #37 | Content Curation: The Three Layers of Relevance appeared first on GP Strategies.

For many leaders, Diversity, Inclusion and Equity has been a topic that is addressed as part of their organizational strategy. Unfortunately, these efforts often feel hollow and fail to facilitate change because they are not systemic. Leah Clark, Director of… Read more › The post Episode #36 | Leaders: It’s Time To Amplify the Conversation around Diversity,... appeared first on GP Strategies.

During turbulent times many people are worried about the future of their careers. By redirecting the worry to empowerment, organizations and individuals can help create better career development practices. In this podcast, Keith Keating and Mary Ann Masarech sit down… Read more › The post Episode #35 | Future-proof Your Career appeared first on GP Strategies.

The automotive industry has been severely disrupted by changing shopping patterns in wake of the global Covid-19 pandemic. Join Cathy Palochko, Senior Vice President of Global Automotive Solutions at GP Strategies, to discuss the ways in which dealership owners and… Read more › The post Episode #34 | Digitizing the Automotive Dealership appeared first on GP Strategies.

If your organization is like most, you have had to take reactionary measures based on the disruption we’ve experienced. This approach, however necessary, often fails to thrive. A well thought out vision, strategy, and organizational structure that supports a changing… Read more › The post Episode #33 | Thrive Beyond the Chaos: Be Strategic About Organizational Design appeared first on GP Strategies.

Two months ago organizational plans were in place and strategies were moving forward. Then the COVID-19 pandemic halted the economy as we know it. Peter Dean, Strategy and Culture Lead and Greg Long, Vice President of Organizational Excellence for GP… Read more › The post Special Report | Restarting The Economy appeared first on GP Strategies.

Reverse Mentoring is not about business as usual. It’s a powerful tool for gaining new perspectives within organizations. Breaking down harmful assumptions and unhelpful perspectives, Reverse Mentoring is pivotal in supporting the Diversity and Inclusion agenda, technology advancements, and for… Read more › The post Episode #32 | Reverse Mentoring – New Perspectives for the New Normal appeared first on GP Strategies.