Learning Journal Blog
Catherine’s ruminations on this and that
Challenges – where learning and work intersect
When you recall some of the most intense learning experiences of your working life, they are often associated with some big project or assignment that was at the edge of your comfort zone. Challenges are exciting – the work is [...]
Modeling the role model role
One of the ways leaders coach others is by example – by demonstrating skills and attitudes. Often, you can show expertise in technical skills to people coming up behind you. But even if you don’t have your team’s full skill [...]
Coaching for growth and development
I suspect I’m going to regret choosing “coach” as the catch-all title for developmental moves that introduce and hone knowledge and skill. It has a lot of different connotations. For some, coaching has a specific meaning related to providing a [...]
Growth is not necessarily about learning
You know me, I’m all about learning. But in her new book, Julie Winkle Giulioni makes a compelling argument that when employees say they want career growth, there are many possible means to that end – and learning is only [...]
Bringing development in focus
If you don't know where you are going, you might wind up someplace else. ~ Yogi Berra When setting out to encourage development of a member of your team, moves to clarify are often an important place to start. Clarity [...]
Introducing The Leader’s Guide to Developing People
In the wake of all the disruptions and workplace changes precipitated by the pandemic, employees are looking for more from their employers. They want flexibility, of course, but they are also expecting a more humanistic management style. Employees want to [...]