Are you ready to discover the secret to making a lasting impression and landing your next big opportunity? In this week’s episode of Fabulous Learning Nerds, Scott, Dan, and Zeta break down the strategies that help professionals stand out, tell their story, and build confidence to crush interviews and beyond.

Here’s what’s in store:

1️⃣ Crafting the perfect elevator pitch: Learn how to tell your story in 15 seconds, 1 minute, or 2 minutes, and make it unforgettable.

2️⃣ Mastering the interview mindset: From nailing your wardrobe to preparing for tough questions, we've got you covered.

3️⃣ Building confidence through preparation: Discover how to create a story toolbox and practice your way to polished perfection.

This is an episode you don’t want to miss! Get ready to laugh, learn, and level up as the Nerds dive into the art of putting your best foot forward! 

Welcome back, Nerd Nation, to another egg-ceptional episode of Fabulous Learning Nerds! This week, we crack open the mysteries of “Right-Sizing Your Training” with our incredible guest, Stephen Rhyne, CEO of ConveYour.com. Stephen is a true innovator in the world of learning and development. His expertise lies in helping organizations optimize their recruiting, onboarding, and training processes to create high-performing dream teams. Through ConveYour, Stephen has transformed seller onboarding, leveraging personalized micro-learning and cutting-edge tech to address inefficiencies that cost billions in revenue annually.

In this Episode:

• The Danger of Lowest Common Denominator Training: Why generic solutions might be your team’s biggest obstacle.

• The Role of Personas: Learn how segmenting by job roles and experience levels leads to more effective training.

• Adaptive Learning at Scale: Discover how micro-learning, data-driven workflows, and automation can transform how teams onboard and retain critical knowledge.

Our Guest: Stephen Rhyne’s mission is simple yet impactful: help organizations “right-size” their training to fit their learners' exact needs. With over a decade of experience, Stephen is passionate about infusing marketing and sales techniques into training to drive engagement and retention. His philosophy? Effective training isn't just about what you teach—it’s about why your learners care. Learn more at ConveYour.com.

Get ready for an incredible episode as Scott, and Dan dive into the art and science of e-learning design with special guest Karlis Sprogis. Tune in to discover why design matters as much as content and how the right visual and instructional mix can elevate learning experiences. Join us as we uncover the secrets to designing visually stunning, effective e-learning experiences with Karlis Sprogis from FasterCourse—your learners (and your results) will thank you!"

In this Episode:

• Good Design is Non-Negotiable: Why outdated visuals can undermine even the best instructional content.

• Tools and Templates are Game-Changers: How templates like those from FasterCourse can save time and enhance quality.

• Motivation Meets Modern Design: How appealing visuals combined with clear WIFM (What’s In It For Me) statements can engage today’s learners.

Our Guest: Karlis Sprogis brings over 17 years of experience in e-learning and instructional design, having worked with renowned clients like NASA and Coca-Cola. He's the founder of FasterCourse, a company that crafts ready-to-use e-learning templates for modern instructional designers. His passion? Making e-learning both functional and visually stunning. Check out his work at FasterCourse.

It’s that time of year—are you ready to make your talent calendar work for you? As companies gear up for a new year, the pressure is on to align talent strategies with business goals. But how do you ensure your people plans don’t get lost in the shuffle? In this episode of The Fabulous Learning Nerds, we’re joined by Jennifer Brown, a seasoned Leadership and Development expert, to help you master Talent Development 101 and kick off 2025 with confidence.

In this Episode:

• Plan Proactively: A well-structured talent calendar can help organizations align goals, prioritize development, and avoid last-minute chaos.

• Focus on Big Rocks: Discover how identifying key priorities like calibrations and AOP early in the year leads to smoother talent management processes.

• Invest in Personal Growth: Why emphasizing personal development goals increases retention, boosts morale, and enhances company culture.

Our Guest: Jennifer Brown is a seasoned Leadership and Development professional with extensive expertise in HR, talent management, and employee relations. She's mastered the art of creating tailored programs for leadership development, succession planning, employee retention, and more. Jennifer is passionate about driving individual and organizational growth, using data to optimize talent, and creating career progression pathways that align employee aspirations with company goals. Learn more about her work at Learn Better, Do Better, Be Better.

What if the key to changing the world wasn’t a grand invention, a revolutionary idea, or a heroic leader—but a single, everyday manager? In this episode of The Fabulous Learning Nerds, we’re exploring how the seemingly ordinary role of a manager holds extraordinary potential with the insightful and empowering Brian Walch. Brian explains why managers are the “translation layer” between strategy and action. This episode is packed with actionable tips, humor, and heart, designed to inspire managers to see their role as a noble profession—one that can ripple positivity far beyond the office walls.

In this Episode:

• The Power of One-on-Ones: Build trust and alignment with consistent, structured conversations.

• Crafting a Personal Productivity System: Management success starts with upgrading your systems for time and task mastery.

• Management Culture Matters: Collaboration and shared values among managers can create an unstoppable ripple effect.

Our Guest: Brian Walch, founder of ShiftFocus, is an Anchorage-based executive coach who helps organizations develop their management cultures. With years of experience scaling a consulting firm from 20 to over 200 employees, Peter combines technical know-how and people-centric strategies to transform workplaces. He’s passionate about empowering managers to own their development and make meaningful impacts on their teams, organizations, and communities.

Get ready for a brain-boosting ride with this week’s episode of The Fabulous Learning Nerds! We’re joined by the brilliant Peter Wallis and we break down what makes learning “good” with humor, practical insights, and a sprinkle of nerdy fun.  

In this Episode:

• Make Learning Useful: Why learning without application is like candy without Halloween—it just doesn’t stick.

• Challenge Your Learners: The best learning happens in the "zone of proximal development," where it’s hard enough to engage, but achievable enough to inspire.

• Focus on Habits Over Mastery: Great learning isn’t just about passing a quiz; it’s about building habits that transform behaviors long-term.

Our Guest: Peter Wallis has dedicated his career to making learning more impactful. From leading digital transformations at the University of Washington to delivering innovative solutions at startups like Learnexus, he’s a true master at blending research-backed strategies with practical application. Whether building cross-functional teams or designing habit-forming education, Peter’s all about creating learning that matters.