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The Secrets of Learning & Development
Our podcast is designed for business leaders, managers, consultants, industry experts, and individuals who are passionate about driving change and promoting growth in their organisations or personal development.
Each episode will delve into crucial topics such as mindset recalibration, visibility, and strategic planning. We will have insightful conversations about change management and innovative initiatives that can transform your approach to learning and development.
Our aim is to equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your leadership skills, business acumen, and personal growth. We are focusing on our leaders and professional guests' unique journeys and the key moments that have shaped their careers. We are passionate about sharing stories that inspire, educate, and ignite a spark within our listeners
Join us on this journey as we unlock the secrets to success in the dynamic world of learning and development.
Stay tuned and get ready to be inspired!
Host Information:
Julia Bend
Executive Career Coach
https://www.premier-coaching.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-bend-premier-coaching
Valerie Merrill
Learning & Development Trainer & Advisor
https://www.merrillconsultants.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrillvalerie/
The Secrets of Learning & Development
Latest Episodes
The Career Crossroads that doesn't feel like a crisis
In this bonus episode of The Secrets of Learning and Development, Valerie Merrill is joined by co-host Julia Bend, Executive Career Transition Coach and founder of Premier Coaching, to explore the kind of career crossroads that doesn’t look lik...
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From CFO to Female Founder Champion: David Horne’s Story
In this episode of The Secrets of Learning and Development, Julia and Valerie are joined by David Horne, award-winning businessman, CFO, author and advocate for fairer funding for female founders.David shares the pivotal moments that sh...
Critical Thinking in the age of AI
In this bonus episode of The Secrets of Learning and Development, Valerie leads a timely conversation with Julia on critical thinking in the age of AI and everyday decision-making.Together, they explore why it is no longer enough to acc...
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From Cancer Research to ADHD Girls: Dr Samantha Hiew’s Remarkable Journey
In this episode of the award-winning Secrets of Learning and Development, we speak with Dr Samantha Hiew, founder of ADHD Girls, speaker, writer and advocate.Sam’s story is one of reinvention, self-discovery and purpose. From a career i...
The strength of weak ties: Why your opportunity isn't where you think it is.
In this bonus episode of The Secrets of Learning & Development, Julia and Valerie explore Mark Granovetter’s influential idea, The Strength of Weak Ties, and why the people we know less closely can often lead us to fresh ideas, unexpected o...
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