Episode #4 Celebrating Neurodiversity in the Workplace. With guests Amy Brann, Ele Stevens & Nathan Whitbread.

This week we take you back to the classroom as we discuss and explore the frictions within the UK education sector.

In this wide-ranging conversation with a teacher, Jamie Slater, and a home-schooling parent, Amy Brann, we explore the real races in education.

Jamie is a fantastic educator (but I am biased, as Jamie is also my husband), who shares his insights from working in education with strict government guidance. He also uses his love of his area of expertise to teach classes more effectively, preparing young people with life skills for work.

Amy has explored the world of home schooling and shares the way her approach to feeding curiosity has helped to grow a love of learning in her daughter that we can all aspire to.

Our guests help us to consider many questions which link education and workplaces. Why do we seek to teach how to absorb and recall knowledge, especially now with the advances of AI?
Should we nurture an explorative curiosity where students are encouraged to follow lines of interest in what they are learning about?
Stifled by the system, is it workplace expectations which are holding the education sector back?   

For all these and more, listen in and then take the conversation further by following our guests via the links below.
Jamie Slater linkedin.com/in/jamie-slater-32a83948
Amy Brann linkedin.com/in/amybrann

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

This week we dive into the subject of sustainability in L&D, why it matters to absolutely everyone, and how L&Ders can impact the bigger needs of the business. Sustainability is not a simple decision to put on another round of face to face workshops or choose to move online. There is a lot more nuance to the situation which our guests Tess & Rob walk us through.

Founders of award winning learning provider LAS and founders of the Green L&D community on LinkedIn. Tess Robinson & Rob Hubbard are two brilliant brains who share some fantastic insights and experiences into how they create effective solutions to delivering what is needed and not just what is requested.

If you are interested in hearing more from Tess & Rob on Green L&D  be sure to join their Linked In Community, Green L&D linkedin.com/groups/12660009.

You can also hear Tess & Rob speak on L&D Sustainability at the Learning Technologies Conference in London in April 2024 https://www.learningtechnologies.co.uk/

If you're ready to further the conversation directly with our guests from this episode, use the links below to find out more using the following links: 

Tess Robinson linkedin.com/in/tessrobinson1

Rob Hubbard linkedin.com/in/robhubbard16

LAS linkedin.com/company/learningage-solutions-ltd

Note: This podcast was recorded in September 2023 following a heat wave in the UK. 

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

This week Michelle speaks with Doug Shaw, who shares his views and experiences from the various roles he has and continues to play from outside of organisations looking in.

By giving voice to those who need to be heard, Doug talks about whether you are a consultant or an internal voice, it’s important to value the vital skill of listening, not just to pause and reply. Doug encourages us with a variety of suggestions to pause and be present to be more effective in our work.

Connect with Doug on Linked In www.linkedin.com/in/dougshaw1

Doug also invites you to join him in taking the moment to invest in yourself this Leap Day 29th February 2024. Follow Doug, and your curiosity, to try something different. Click here for details:
www.tickettailor.com/events/consultingartist/1138750

For those keen to learn more about Enso, which Doug references during the episode, learn more here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ens%C5%8D

There are a few shout outs in this episode:
Elizabeth Day's How to Fail podcast  with Claudia Winkleman in this episode: open.spotify.com/episode/68PqGTCWYDoBLTorz5OE1C?si=c6ad50c4402a4270

David Pearl's Street Wisdom: streetwisdom.org

Meg Peppin with Nancy Kline's Thinking Environment:
www.timetothink.com/coach/meg-peppin
www.linkedin.com/in/meg-peppin-89136a27

Neil Usher & Doug Shaw collab: consultingartist.com/engagement/human-resource-a-song-about-work

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

Welcome back to the first Learning From the Edges podcast episode of 2024!

We hope you've had a good start to the year and wonder if you have made learning your priority?

We can all learn something new, from the experienced expert to the new, fresh perspective thinker. Let's start with considering a couple of questions that come from within this episode.

How do we build relationships at work?

What judgements and assumptions do we make about what people want to give and take away from work?

This week you are in for a treat as host Michelle is joined by Deeksha Hegde, one of the inspiring Learning Technologies 30 under 30 cohort from 2023. Together they dive in, to explore the friction that surround us at work. Deeksha shares her insights into organisational culture and how we treat each other whilst completing tasks, giving and receiving feedback.

If you wish to further the discussion, please do connect with Deeksha on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/deeksha-hegde

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

Thank you for listening to the Learning From The Edges Podcast during 2023. As with everything it's important to pause and take a moment to reflect. No better time of year to do that than the Christmas break. 

This week Michelle takes a moment to thank you for listening. She starts to look at some of the themes which are emerging from this podcast. Plus she encourages you to do your own reflection, expand your network and set yourself a learning challenge for 2024. Remember that we can learn more from the friction in work by considering the different people involved and their perspectives.

As a member of the Learning From The Edges podcast community, we would love to hear what you have taken from this project and where you think we should go from here. Drop Michelle at email with your thoughts, or connect on LinkedIn - be sure to mention the podcast in your connection message. 

Thanks once again for joining us throughout this series, recorded in 2023. We look forward to speaking with you in the next episode when we're back from our festive break and resuming our regular schedule in 2024.

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

In this enlightening episode of the Learning from the Edges Podcast, our host Michelle engages in a thought-provoking conversation with seasoned experts Sharon Green and Tom Robinson.

Together, they delve into the intricate world of interim team members, unravelling the unique dynamics that define their employment and exploring how these individuals can be invaluable assets to organisations, easing frictions.

Join us as we unravel the strategic advantages that interim teams bring to the table, shedding light on the transformative perspectives that come with their temporary yet impactful presence.

From navigating change to decoding the untold stories of ephemeral excellence, this episode promises a deep dive into the world of transient talent and its crucial role in shaping organisational success. Tune in for a compelling exploration of the strategic advantage that interim team members bring to the forefront of business evolution.

Sharon Green linkedin.com/in/sharongreenchiara

Tom Robinson linkedin.com/in/talenttom

Sharon's community is The HR Interim Networking community It’s for people professionals wannabe, soon–to-be or actually working as freelancers, contractors, coaches, interims and independent peeps. There are lots of other communities too, which are signposted from time to time to members. 

Other links referenced in this week's episode:

IIM - The Institute of Interim Management - and here’s their annual survey. They also have a community on Linked In called – The Voice of Interim Management – with interims and agencies on it. 

The Association of Professional Interims,  provides the  ‘what is a professional interim quote’ interim-management-purchasing.co.uk/assoc-professional-interims.html 

 IPSE is another organisation recommend for freelancers and the EO Executives report provided us with some useful statistics. 

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

Welcome to this episode that is charged ready to challenge traditional notions of leadership and learning. Join Michelle and Julian Stodd, as they delve into the importance of cultivating trust, compassion, and understanding within leadership, exploring how these qualities can transform the development of individuals within a business.

In a world that is constantly evolving, where uncertainty is the only constant, we discuss why it's crucial for our leaders, and Learning and Development experts to embrace the chaos of learning. 

Dive into the insights Julian and Michelle explore from how to champion new ways of thinking to fostering an environment that encourages innovation and growth.

Consider how we can challenge the notion that learning should follow a singular, uniform approach. Instead, we advocate for recognising the individuality of the learning journey and understanding the unique needs of each team member.

To further the discussion with Julian, find him on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/julian-stodd-6774377

Julian refers to his many books and publications throughout the podcast. You can find them here seasaltlearning.com/books

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

Welcome to episode 17 of Learning from The Edges. You join us this week as we explore the concept of learning from outside of work. Inviting us to look wider, our guests unravel the impact of untapped potential in our learning from our adjacent communities within the professional sphere.

Discover how individuals can break free from the constraints of job descriptions and harness the wealth of knowledge gained outside the workplace, turning personal experiences into powerful assets we can use at work. From unlearning and its significance in our everyday lives to what we get from our communities, our panel discussions go beyond traditional learning approaches, encouraging a dynamic mindset that values curiosity, continuous learning, and adaptation. 

Whether you're a seasoned Learning and Development professional or someone navigating the challenges of increasing productivity at your organisation, this podcast provides practical insights, real-world examples to help get you started on a journey of growth and transformation.

To dive in further to the benefits of learning from your adjacent communities, be sure to check out the book co-authored by David and Steve.

Adjacent Learning by David Hayden & Steve George, published by Kogan Page

Link: koganpage.com/product/adjacent-learning-9781398608238

Or reach out to our guests using the following contact details;

David Hayden linkedin.com/in/david-hayden-8176919
Steve George linkedin.com/in/steve-george-frsa-assoc-cipd-gmbpss-1a80931b

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

Join us this week as we explore the thought-provoking episode discussing the transformative power of transparency and how building open and collaborative structures within the workplace can help us reach 'Transparent Horizons'. Surely by fostering a culture of openness and honesty can revolutionise the way we work and collaborate?

As well as the theory, we were interested in how this works practically. In our longest episode to date, we delve into real-world examples, providing insights into the challenges and triumphs of organisations that have successfully embraced transparency in their working practices.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in work, this episode equips you with actionable insights to create workplaces that thrive on openness, trust, and collaboration. Tune in to for a guide on reshaping your organisation's structure for a more connected and empowered working community.

If you want to further the discussion with one of our guests, please find them using the following links.

Lisa Gill linkedin.com/in/lisa-gill-23815a4

Dave Hewett linkedin.com/in/dave-hewett-b97609

Perry Timms linkedin.com/in/perrytimms

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose

Welcome to this second bonus episode of the Learning From The Edges podcast, where we're switching the format to hear from regular host Michelle as she is interviewed for an article in the Belgian Learning and Development Training Newspaper.

In this interview by Robbert Flyppo, we continue from bonus episode 1 to explore our perspectives on learning culture, uncovering practical strategies, and highlight learning culture's pivotal role in organisational growth and employee development.

Whilst not originally recorded for a podcast, we felt the insights and ideas complement both Michelle's live Keynote at Stimulearning's L&D Talks, and Robbert's magazine article. As multi-modal learning options are part of a socialised learning culture, we are living our truth by sharing this second episode as a deviation from the usual pod.

Below are links to the full article, the interviewer and other resources that were mentioned in the creation of this episode.

This interview was recorded to produce an article for the Belgian magazine Leren & Ontwikkelen Opleidingskrant Volume 17 Edition 61 (Learning and Development Training Newspaper). The article can be found on pages 31-33 at this link www.bedrijfsopleidingen.be/documenten/opleidingskrant/opleidingskrant_nl61.pdf

The interviewer is Robbert Flypo www.linkedin.com/in/robbert-flypo-042907141

Robbert is a senior L&D Specialist at Paulig, an international company in the food industry. A teacher who, after his studies, didn’t find the way back to school and instead started his journey in the wondrous world of L&D. His mission: to spice up ‘a life full of flavour’ with lifelong learning using practical know-how and empowering local teams. His current focus is improving the on-the-job training across all Paulig production sites.

Also mentioned in the recording are:

Sarah Nicholl Learning Habits
www.koganpage.com/hr-learning-development/learning-habits-9781398609129 

David Marquet Turn The Ship Around
davidmarquet.com/turn-the-ship-around-book

Nigel Harrison Performance Consulting
performconsult.co.uk/what-is-performance-consulting

Frederic Laloux Reinventing Organisations
www.reinventingorganizations.com

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Learning from the Edges is hosted by Michelle Parry-Slater, Director, Kairos Modern Learning.

Michelle is the author of The Learning and Development Handbook - a practical guide for all professionals looking to offer effective, efficient, enjoyable and engaging people development, but not sure where to start. This book is full of practical tips and advice. Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this is urgent reading for anyone working in people development.

Join us with your thoughts on Twitter @LearningEdges and connect with Michelle on LinkedIn/michelleparryslater

Purchase your copy of The Learning and Development Handbook: thelndhandbook.com

Work with Kairos Modern Learning: kairosmodernlearning.co.uk

Podcast production by Liam Gardner Record and Repurpose